GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - The current COVID pandemic has affected many things, not least of which is the availability of blood units for life-saving treatments.  With many schools, churches and community buildings currently closed, blood donors are needed to make up for a shortfall of thousands of uncollected donations.  There is a critical need for O+ and O- blood types, and with the typical holiday season shortfalls, all blood types.

A Vitalant blood drive will be held Tuesday December 1st at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 400 Spruce St. in Gridley from 2-7 pm. Covid safety protocols will be in place, facemasks will be required, and temperatures will be taken upon entry. Appointments are necessary in order to maintain social distancing. Please call Kathy Sannar at 530-570–8144.