An annual event to support the American Red Cross is set for Monday and Tuesday, July 20th and 21st, in Manhattan. The 17th annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2900 Kimball Ave.
Hours for the blood drive on the 20th will be 11:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. and on the 21st 7:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
Donations this year are by appointment only due to COVID-19. Visit rcblood.org/cQOxhh or call 1-800-RED CROSS ( 1-800-733-2767 ). There will be a free t-shirt for everyone who comes in to donate.