September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. In partnership with The Blood Connection and Piedmont Health Services and Sickle Cell Agency, The Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary, Court #388 is hosting a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Sept. 10, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Goldsboro.

Blood transfusions are still crucial in the care of those living with Sickle Cell. Donations of this drive will directly serve those in Wayne County. To schedule an appointment for the blood drive visit donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/213841.