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Kennesaw to host blood drive

By Rich McKay
June 20, 2011

The American Red Cross Southern Region and the Kennesaw's Parks & Recreation Department are hosting a blood drive from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 at the Ben Robertson Community Center, 2753 Watts Drive in Kennesaw. Schedule an appointment online by visiting www.kennesaw-ga.gov/pkrec  or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Walk-ins will also be welcomed. Most healthy people who are at least 17 years old and weigh 110 pounds or more are eligible to donate blood every 56 days.

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