Blood

A rising number of flu cases in Arkansas is having an impact on blood donations. Joshua Gwin with Our Blood Institute says a public desire to stay safe and healthy can have an immediate effect on blood supply.

Caleb talks to John Mitchell, the vice chair of the Blood Drive Committee, about the winter blood drive coming up on Feb. 4-7.

Last week, the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks brought its mobile donation center, the Bloodmobile, to Fayetteville’s downtown square. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis visited the Bloodmobile to learn more and give back.

On today's show, we consider the future of reproductive rights in Arkansas. We also learn how giving blood is a 15-minute opportunity to help another in the future. Plus, how co-workers destined for future iconic status inspired a new play.

Hospitals' need for blood never slows. However, during the month of January, donations typically do. Winter weather and other complications make the month one of the most challenging to gain donors. Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams spoke with Our Blood Institute's executive director, Carvin Brown, about why people should consider giving during the cold season.

On today's show, speaking with the creators of a new film about the 1919 Elaine Massacre and Dispossession. Plus, learning more about the critical need for winter blood donations. Also, the summer musical event, SweatFest, has a new winter counterpart: SweaterFest.

Today on The Outline: Crawford County Quorum Court approves a grant for the Alma Public Library. Also, Our Blood Institute reminds Arkansans to give blood in preparation for Labor Day weekend.

From December: Many blood suppliers in the region, and nationally, face record low levels heading into the holiday season.

Namida Lab, a private biotech startup headquartered in Fayetteville, commercial COVID-19 serology antibody testing to the public and expanded blood…

The American Red Cross is in need of donations from donors of all blood types. This summer, the nonprofit is testing all blood, platelet and plasma…