Community Charitable Cookout at Teutopolis and Sigel
2025-05-09

Effingham FFA and EESPA Raffle of Firepit
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Red Cross Blood Drives in May
2025-05-09
This May, the American Red Cross urges donors to give now to help ensure a stable blood supply as summer approaches.
Details on all May donor offers can be viewed at RedCrossBlood.org/May.
* MAY 1-31: It’s time for an adventure! Those who come to give May 1-31, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a U.S. trip of their choice for two. Terms apply.
* MAY 1-18: All who come to give blood May 1-18, will receive a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. Brighten your day with a coffee or summer swag from your favorite shop!
* MAY 19-31: Shine a light on saving lives! All who come to give blood May 19-31, will receive an exclusive Red Cross solar lantern, while supplies last.
Red Cross Blood Drive Dates:
5/6, Tuesday, Teutopolis Banquet Hall, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM
5/6, Tuesday, Casey United Methodist Church, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
5/9, Friday, Altamont High School, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM
5/9, Friday, Cornerstone Church, Effingham, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
5/12, Monday, Altamont Elementary School, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
5/12, Monday, Centenary United Methodist Church, Effingham, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
5/19, Monday, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
5/21, Wednesday, Dieterich Bank Corporate Building, 300 Sur Woods Drive in Effingham, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
To make an appointment and learn more about your health, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or download the Red Cross Donor App.
May is Trauma Awareness Month. Accidents can happen at any moment. Don’t wait; schedule your donation appointment now to keep blood readily available for patients when seconds count. Type O negative and O positive blood is especially important for trauma patients.
