DESMOINES- There were 17 blood donors registered who volunteered their time to make a life-saving blood donation at the Oct. 18 Tama and Toledo Communities blood drive.

A total of 22 units of blood were collected at this blood drive.

A special thanks also goes out to Bob Benda and Knights of Columbus for helping to organize and sponsor this blood drive. Committed volunteers are key to maintaining the blood supply in our local community.