Your chance to give a lifesaving gift

Start the new year off right by giving the lifesaving gift of blood.

A Community Blood Drive in Roscoe is planned on Tuesday, Jan. 14 from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Roscoe American Legion.

To make an appointment contact Carol Geier, 605-287-4740.

A Community Blood Drive is also planned in Ipswich on Thursday, Jan. 16 from 1:15 to 6 p.m. in the Holy Cross Catholic Hall.

To make an appointment contact Jerald Brooks, 605-380-1925 or online at Vitalant.org . The Lions Club is sponsoring the drive.

Blood donations are needed daily to maintain a strong blood supply and meet ongoing patient needs. One donation can save up to three lives.

For more information visit vitalant.org or call 877-258-4825.