American Red Cross

American Red Cross Blood Donation Crisis: How to Donate & Save Lives

Aug 14, 2026 at 11:11 am

A critical American Red Cross blood donation emergency has pushed national supplies below a single-day threshold—making this the second-largest blood crisis in history.... Read More

MFRD Promotions, Election Day Preview, Wildfire Relief & Papa Murphy’s Closures | Aug. 5, 2026

Aug 05, 2026 at 04:45 am

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 The Rutherford Roundup In Today’s Episode: Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department promotes 11 employees to leadership and specialty roles f.... Read More

Heart of Tennessee Red Cross Responders Deploy to Major Spokane Wildfires

Aug 04, 2026 at 07:41 pm

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS) - Three local volunteers from the Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross are currently deployed on a two-week mission to Washington St.... Read More

Emergency Blood Shortage Hits Home...Red Cross Pleads for Donors Now!

Jul 13, 2026 at 06:54 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Murfreesboro’s Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross is sounding the alarm. A steep drop in blood donations since late May has p.... Read More

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

* Summer Safety Essentials: Red Cross Water Safety & Lifesaving Skills

May 08, 2026 at 11:09 am by Producer

Summer safety isn’t just a checklist; it’s the difference between a memorable vacation and a preventable tragedy. As families head to Middle Tennessee’s la.... 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

Celebrating Hometown Heroes: Heart of Tennessee Red Cross & Community Philanthropy

Mar 13, 2026 at 10:57 am by Producer

Murfreesboro is a special place where community leaders and local legends unite to ensure no neighbor is left behind during a disaster. In this deep dive, John Mitchell, Exe.... Read More

Heroes Luncheon Offers a Front‑Row Seat to Service in Action

Mar 04, 2026 at 08:17 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (TN) - New data from the American Red Cross paints a vivid picture of who’s stepping up to serve across Tennessee—and it turns out the answer sp.... Read More

Rutherford County Red Cross Says Blood Supply “Flatlined” After Ice and Snow--Please Give Blood!

Feb 07, 2026 at 03:57 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Winter weather has a way of reminding Middle Tennessee who’s in charge, and this latest round of snow and ice certainly made its point. Roads.... Read More

Give the Gift of Life: Red Cross Calls for Holiday Blood Donations

Dec 08, 2025 at 10:47 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, TN — As December unfolds, the American Red Cross is urging Murfreesboro residents to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets. The need i.... Read More

Blood Shortage Continues: Murfreesboro Urged to Step Up

Oct 23, 2025 at 06:25 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - The American Red Cross remains critically low on blood, and the Heart of Tennessee (HOT) Chapter in Murfreesboro is calling on the community to help. Locate.... 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

Bleed Blue, Jazz Vibes, and True Blue Pride – Inside MTSU’s Fall Highlights

Oct 20, 2025 at 09:12 am by Producer

? Podcast Description: In this three-part episode of The Action Line with host Bryan Barrett, we shine a spotlight on some of Middle Tennessee’s biggest community and ca.... Read More

Making a Difference: The Heart of Tennessee Red Cross Impact Report

Aug 08, 2025 at 11:08 am by Producer

In this episode of Rutherford Issues, host Bryan Barrett welcomes John Mitchell, Executive Director of the American Red Cross Heart of Tennessee chapter. Together, they discus.... 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 Firefighters Control Early Morning Blaze in Murfreesboro

Mar 11, 2025 at 06:42 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN - Rutherford County Fire and Rescue (RCFR) responded to a residential fire on Compton Road in Murfreesboro early this morning around 3:00 AM. Compton Roa.... Read More

Red Cross Responds as Winter Weather Causes Blood Drive Cancellations, Power Outages, Dangerous Conditions

Jan 08, 2025 at 05:13 pm by Bryan Barrett

STATEWIDE — A major winter storm covering a large part of the country is impacting millions of people in the U.S., a situation expected to continue as a n.... Read More

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Swift Response by Murfreesboro Firefighters Prevents Major Damage in Residential Fire

Dec 30, 2024 at 03:30 pm by WGNS Radio News

MURFREESBORO, TN - On Sunday, December 29, 2024, Murfreesboro Fire & Rescue units responded promptly to a residential fire located on W. Molloy Lane, situated behi.... Read More