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Blood drive at Horseshoe Hammond Casino on Thursday

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CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Red Cross is taking a gamble on a blood drive Thursday at the Horseshoe Hammond Casino.

In the wake of a blood shortage, the Red Cross will head to one of the casino's ballrooms. The Red Cross has a goal of signing up 69 volunteers to help patients in area hospitals.

You're encouraged to stop by from 1:30 to 6:30, after that, you're free to hit the slots or tables. The event is happening at the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, Indiana.

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