Locals will have two opportunities to donate blood this week.

An American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Thursday, Aug. 15, at Sitel, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided for donors. All blood types are needed – especially O-positive, A-positive and B-negative.

A LifeSouth blood drive will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Opp Goody’s from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.

To give blood, one must weigh at least 110 pounds; be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), and in general good health. All donors must have a photo ID.