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Three Things You Should Know…

Aug 12, 2008

Just wanted to add three things:1. I’ve started a poll in the upper right corner of the blog. Vote now for why YOU give blood. I’ll be donating soon myself, […]

Biffle Kidnapping: No Laughing Matter

Aug 12, 2008

Lesson learned: the kidnappers have no sense of humor. I sent them a note yesterday, implying that their ransom requests sounded like little more than a picnic in the cafeteria […]

ICRC Sends Assistance To Georgia

Aug 11, 2008

I just ran into a man and woman who stopped by the chapter to ask how they might volunteer in Georgia — the country, not the state. While it’s rare […]

Gearhart Memorial Service Tonight

Aug 11, 2008

Aside from providing emotional support following a disaster, the Red Cross may well be called upon for other things. Included on the list? Arranging memorial services. Tonight, the Oregon Trail […]

Biffle’s Kidnappers Spell Out Their Demands

Aug 11, 2008

The kidnappers have spoken. Below you’ll find exactly what the evil-doers who snatched Greg Biffle [‘s lifesize cardboard cutout] want from all of us. I assure you, these are their […]

Photos from M-cubed and Gail’s Visit

Aug 9, 2008

Don’t have time for a long post because I’m off to this event, but I wanted to show you these photos from Gail’s visit.  Have a great weekend, everybody!

Spotted: Proof Of Greg Biffle’s Capture

Aug 8, 2008

So it has been determined. On Monday morning, the marketing and development staff have scheduled an urgent meeting. We’ll be discussing how to raise money for the “Save Greg Biffle […]

Greg Biffle’s Captors Speak — What Should We Do?

Aug 8, 2008

If you’re following the breaking news about Greg Biffle [‘s lifesize cardboard cutout], you shouldn’t be surprised to hear about the voicemail I received this morning. Gave me chills, I […]

Single? Come Meet Us Tonight!

Aug 8, 2008

If you’ve been reading the blog, you’d know that tonight is the Portland Picks for Men singles event, benefitting the Oregon Trail Chapter. I’m told that there will be tons […]

Disaster Action Team Responses

Aug 8, 2008

On the afternoon of Aug. 7, a family in Portland had a fire in their house. When the Red Cross volunteers arrived, they assisted the family of 3 adults and […]