Stories from Friday, June 9, 2023

The 50th Annual Bushwhacker Days Vernon County Festival kicked off Thursday evening with the opening ceremonies on the Downtown Nevada Square. Reading the Bushwhacker Days Declaration was Nevada Mayor Kendall Vickers. Following this, Bushwhacker Museum Director Will Tollerton gave a brief history of the Bushwhackers...

A concerning shortfall in blood donations last month could stress the American Red Cross blood supply. The Red Cross collected over 26,000 fewer blood donations than needed in May to meet the needs of patients. The need for blood is constant, with someone needing a blood transfusion in the U.S. every two seconds. Platelet donors are especially needed at this time. The public can help ensure continuity for patients by making an appointment to give blood or platelets now and in the weeks ahead...