Labor Day weekend incentive for those donating to Red Cross | Events

PADUCAH, KY (KFVS) - The American Red Cross is offering an extra incentive for anyone who donates blood on Labor Day weekend from September 2 to 7.

The Red Cross says anyone who presents to donate blood during those days will automatically be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $1,000 gas card.

The Paducah Donor Center, located at 4635 Falconcrest Drive will be open:

• Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 5 - 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Tuesday - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Thursday - Please call 270-442-9141 for hours
• Friday - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Saturday - 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• 1st, 4th and 5th Sunday - 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

For more information about blood drives closer to you, you can visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-Red-Cross to schedule an appointment.

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