Batesville Kroger has partnered with Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati to host a Community Blood Drive Friday, March 22, noon to 6 p.m. The Hoxworth Donor Bus will be parked on Kroger’s lot, located at 1034 State Road in Batesville.

To schedule your appointment, please visit www.hoxworth.org/groups/batesville or call Kroger Customer Service at 1-812-933-6201. Priority will be given to donors who have scheduled an appointment. Walk-in donors are welcome and will be seen as soon as possible.

Donors must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with a signed parental consent, and in good health. Individuals must weigh at least 110 pounds and bring identification to donate. It is recommended that donors eat a good meal and drink plenty of water within four hours before donating.