Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is hosting a blood drive Sept. 6 at Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston.
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is the sole supplier of blood, platelets and plasma to patients at 45 area health care facilities.
Successful donors will receive a voucher for two free general admissions to the Dickerson Park Zoo, valued at $38. Zoo admission vouchers are valid through July 31, 2025. No other discounts or coupons apply. Donors will also receive a limited-edition zoo themed T-shirt, while supplies last.
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks donors provide all the blood for patients at Texas County Memorial Hospital, as well as dozens of health care facilities across the Ozarks. Houston community residents are encouraged to donate from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Safe Room.
To help avoid wait times, appointments are strongly encouraged. Donors can schedule an appointment at https://www.cbco.org/donate-blood/ or by calling 417-227-5006.
Photo identification required. Please eat well and drink plenty of fluids prior to the blood drive.