Priebe Strong Blood Drive

The community will have a chance to support first responders and dozens of local hospital patients at Wednesday’s “Priebe Strong Blood Drive.”

The event takes place from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Republic School District Central Offices at 636 North Main Street.

Officer Mark Priebe suffered career-ending injuries when he was run over by a man in an SUV on the parking lot of police headquarters in Springfield.

Appointments are strongly encouraged to help avoid wait times. You can call 417-227-5006.