(MURFREESBORO)  You have heard about the critical shortage of blood at the Red Cross. Murfreesboro Police and Firefighters are competing to raise awareness and blood for this cause with BATTLE OF THE BADGES. This blood drive will be in the community room of Murfreesboro Police (1004 N. Highland Avenue) on Monday, May 3, 2021 from noon to 6:00PM.

All blood is tested for COVID-19, so that's some bonus information that you get. Plus, blood donors receive a Red Cross T-shirt.

In addition to police and firefighters donating blood, the drive is also open to the public.

To make an appointment, phone 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). There is more information on their website: www.RedCross.org.