Blood drive Saturday at Town and Country Bank

[August 08, 2013]  In partnership with the Central Illinois Community Blood Center, Town and Country Bank in Lincoln will host a blood drive Saturday, Aug. 10, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the bank, 303 Pulaski St.

Community members interested in donating blood are highly encouraged to preregister by calling 217-241-7550.

All those who donate will be given a free T-shirt from the blood center along with other giveaways provided by Town and Country Bank. A light breakfast will be provided by Peggy's Place, and there will be face painting for children. The community is encouraged to stop by.

Donating blood is safe and easy. Individuals must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with a signed parental consent form (available on Central Illinois Blood Center's website at www.cicbc.org); weigh at least 110 pounds; and be in good health. Individuals can donate whole blood every 56 days or double red cells every 112 days.

Donors are encouraged to eat and drink before donating and must have their donor or photo ID card with them.

For more information, call Town and Country Bank at 217-787-3100 or the Central Illinois Blood Center at 217-241-7550.