Bartlett ties blood drive to National Night Out

Bartlett will hold a blood drive during its National Night Out event next month. Walk-ins are welcome for the drive, set for 3-7 p.m. Aug. 4, in the police department's training room, 228 S. Main St. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and free of symptoms of colds, flu and allergies. Donors can schedule an appointment by visiting Heartlandbc.org and clicking on the "New Donor Portal and Online Scheduling System." Or, contact Heartland Blood Centers representative Therese Frawley at (630) 723-2565.