Dayton Dragon’s host blood drive at Day Air Ballpark Wednesday

DAYTON — The Dayton Dragons are partnering with the Dayton Community Blood Center to rebuild the community’s blood supply.

A blood drive will take place today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Day Air Ballpark on North Patterson Blvd.

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Appointments are encouraged, but not required. To make an appointment visit www.DonorTime.com or call (937) 461-3220.

Everyone who registers to donate can choose a free item of Dragons gear and will also get the new “Cancer Fighters are the GOAT” t-shirt, according to a news release from the Dayton Dragons.

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Donors must be 17 years old or 16 years old with parental consent. A photo ID that includes the donor’s full name is also required. Past Community Blood Center donors are also asked to bring their CBC donor ID card.