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SUMMARY: Petal area police officers and firefighters held a special Memorial today to honor the heroes of 9/11 while raising funds for First Responders in need. The annual Memorial stair climb at Petal Panther football stadium saw dozens of residents participating, each climbing the equivalent of 115 flights of stairs to commemorate those who attempted to save lives during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. The event not only paid tribute but also aimed to raise around $5,000 for local charity Local Legends, to assist First Responders like firefighter Kaylee Randolph, who faced significant medical expenses after an accident.

Petal first responders honor 9/11 heroes, memories

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SUMMARY: Volunteer firefighters in Jones County organized a blood drive with Vitalant to address the urgent need for blood donations, as there’s a nationwide 30% decline since May. During the recent event, around two dozen people donated, contributing to the local blood supply. Vitalant representatives emphasized the critical need for all blood types, highlighting that the situation affects communities everywhere, not just locally. Powers Fire and Rescue holds two blood drives annually in partnership with Vitalant to support this vital cause.

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-09-15 00:24:07

SUMMARY: Volunteer firefighters in Jones County are actively contributing to the local blood supply by hosting a blood drive with Vitalant. Amid a nationwide 30% drop in donations since May, there is a critical need for blood of all types. Approximately two dozen people donated during the event, helping save lives, but organizers emphasize that more donations are needed. To find donation opportunities, individuals can visit www.vitalent.org, enter their zip code, and get information on where to donate. Powers Fire and Rescue organizes two blood drives for Vitalant each year to support this essential cause.

Powers VFD stages blood drive in Jones Country.

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