Monticello Lions give blood, help save lives

To the Editor and the Monticello Community,

   The Monticello Lions Club will be assisting at the Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, April 4, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Monticello Berndes Center, located at the Jones County Fairgrounds.

   Individuals who are at least 17 years of age (16 years with written parental permission), weigh at least 100 pounds, and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood.

   To make an appointment, please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and search the sponsor code MonticelloIA.

   The Lions are here to serve the Monticello community. If you are able to donate blood, please join us on April 4.

   Thank you for donating.

John Lacock and the Lions

Blood Drive committee