April 21, 2023 3:50 a.m.

Through Saturday, its National Volunteer Week and the American Red Cross Cascades Region is recognizing the work of those who generously give their valuable time to support people in need.

A release said across the country, more than 275,000 volunteers serve their communities by responding to disasters of all sizes, supporting the collection of blood to help patients receive critical care they need, and much more.

For more information about volunteering with the Red Cross, go to: www.redcross.org/volunteertoday.