Mankato Blood Drive Exceeds Goal



MANKATO-September 17, 2012-(KMKO)-The Rock n Roll up your Sleeve blood drive in Mankato was a big success.  The event, sponsored by the Mankato office of the American Red Cross, had a goal of 235 units.  Donations exceeded expectations, with 254 units of blood collected September seventh through the 10th.  That's an 8% increase over the goal.  25% more units were collected this year versus 2011.