Blood is desperately needed; a blood drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 5, at the Vons in Yucca Valley (57590 Highway 62). All blood donors must wear a face mask and undergo a COVID-19 health screening on arrival. All donors should be free of infections or illness, weigh at least 115 pounds, and not be at risk for AIDS or hepatitis. Donors will receive a free cholesterol screening and incentives. To make an appointment to donate blood, call 800-TRY-GIVING.