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WWII Red Cross Girl
I thought this vintage photo and the attached caption were very affecting.The caption reads: “It hardly matters whether the evocation of Joan of Arc in this photograph was intentional or […]
First-aid for when you are LOST
If you don’t know, I am a huge fan of the TV show LOST! The finale airs Sunday, and with the show ending props are being sold off at auction. […]
Mount St. Helens: 30 Years And Still Going Strong
Thirty years ago today, Mount St. Helens erupted. And even though there wasn’t a dramatic loss of life, it’s definitely one of the most notable disasters in Pacific Northwest history. […]
Poll: Would You Wear One On A Yacht?
Our Canadian friends at RedCrossTalk have asked for a little help with a poll: Help them out by sharing your answer. And, to get you in the mood for boating, […]
Double Red Donation Program Expands!
A reporter from KCBY in North Bend participated as one of the first double red donors on the Southern Oregon Coast this week, as the program expands state wide. Double […]
In Case Of Emergency…Yell!
From Oddly Specific via former Red Crosser @tknopeasnt!
Who Knew? Tornadoes
Another cool YahooNews Who Knew? video, this time about a disaster that’s not often seen around these parts… Since tornadoes are pretty unfamiliar here in Oregon, I don’t expect you […]
“Pint for Pint” Blood Drive
I don’t know about you, but after a blood drive on a hot spring day there is one thing I really want… ice cream! Apparently I’m not the only one. […]
May 8th Military Family Appreciation Day
Last Saturday was Military Family Appreciation Day at North Clackamas Park! The beautiful park setting (and really great weather!) provided the backdrop to a day filled with good food, fun […]