disaster relief

American Red Cross Volunteering & Community Adaptation Programs (CAP)

Jul 10, 2026 at 11:12 am

When disaster strikes, the speed of emergency response relies entirely on local readiness rather than outside help. This deep dive with John Mitchell, Executive Director of.... Read More

Overcoming the Summer Blood Donation Shortage and local disaster response with the American Red Cross

Jul 09, 2026 at 10:36 am

A critical blood donation shortage historically hits during the summer months, but the life-saving need for blood never takes a vacation. John Mitchell, Executive Director o.... Read More

American Red Cross Volunteering & Blood Donation in Rutherford County

Apr 10, 2026 at 11:09 am by Producer

Rutherford County thrives on the pulse of volunteerism, and few embody this spirit more than Ginny Williams. As the outgoing Board Chair for the Heart of Tennessee Chap.... Read More

Serving from the Heart: Red Cross Heroes Making a Difference in Tennessee

Oct 23, 2025 at 10:26 am by Producer

Dr. Bill Kraus talks with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross, and Dr. Amy Atchison about their dedication to serving.... Read More

Red Cross | Volunteers, Texas Flooding, Blood Drives and More

Jul 11, 2025 at 11:07 am by Producer

Bryan Barrett talks with John Mitchell, Executive Director of the Heart of Tennessee chapter of the American Red Cross. He talks about great area volunteers, volunteer opportu.... Read More

Rutherford County Unites for East Tennessee Hurricane Relief Efforts

Oct 03, 2024 at 07:00 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN - A local church in Murfreesboro is collecting goods to be taken to Newport, TN, which is an area that was devastated by the recent flooding that was caused b.... Read More

Federal Aid Denied for Rutherford County After Severe Weather

Jun 25, 2024 at 10:08 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN - Earlier this month, in the wake of severe weather and tornadoes that struck Tennessee on May 8-9, 2024, Governor Bill Lee requested a Major Disaster.... Read More

Murfreesboro Jeep Fundraiser: Helping Clarksville Tornado Victims

Feb 12, 2024 at 06:25 am by Chandelar Williams

Murfreesboro, TN - Despite the inclement weather, a significant turnout was witnessed at a fundraiser in Murfreesboro on Saturday afternoon (2/10/2024), aimed at supporting th.... Read More