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Study: Extreme Heat Waves Ahead

Jul 3, 2008

Being a native Oregonian, it should be no surprise that I love the weather around here…most of the time. Last weekend, it got HOT — heading into the triple digits […]

Bella’s Ball: Books, Blood and Vampires

Jul 3, 2008

We’re I’m not a Harry Potter fan, but we I know people (and they’re our my age…and older!) who are. For those of you who like waiting in line for […]

i’ming for a good cause. Yes, that’s a word. Read on…

Jul 3, 2008

Today’s the day for you to email and instant message your heart out. Send “Happy Day Before Independence Day” messages to everyone you know! Why? Because it’s American Red Cross […]

Help Pick Our New Domain Name — Vote Now!

Jul 3, 2008

Just a reminder before we all leave on a long weekend… If you haven’t done so already, please visit the blog and vote on the options for our new domain […]

Hello again!

Jul 2, 2008

I’m back in Portland, safe and well.  Only partially buried under a backlog of emails that piled up while I was away. I’ll dig myself out eventually! I have a lot […]

Red Cross Reality Show Causes Ratings Sensation?

Jul 2, 2008

So the national folks have just posted a couple of videos that they’re calling the Red Cross Video Diaries. And they’ve just compared them to shows like The Real World […]

Having a Blast, Safely

Jul 2, 2008

What would July 4th be without fireworks…besides quiet? As the sun sets on America’s birthday, for many people the fun is just beginning. A recent report from the U.S. Consumer […]

Celebrating the Fourth of July, Safely

Jul 2, 2008

This Fourth of July – whether barbecuing in the backyard, enjoying a day at the ballpark or spreading a picnic blanket in the cool grass of a local park or […]

Your Help Needed: Pick Our New Domain Name!

Jul 2, 2008

For the last few months, our amazing Web specialist — Erica Arevalos — has been working hard on a new site for our chapter. Those who have seen it can […]

Mommy, Where Does Blood Come From?

Jul 2, 2008

Well honey, I’m glad you asked — The Oregonian has everything you need to know about the blood supply chain. Reporter Andy Dworkin wrote a very comprehensive article that appeared […]