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Amsterdam Deli & Beer

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Amsterdam Deli & Beer

Location: Amsterdam Deli & Beer

Address: 128B Main Street, Tupelo, Mississippi

(Downtown Tupelo, across from Reed’s)

Amsterdam Deli & Beer is a bar & grill serving authentic Mediterranean food with an Italian twist along with imported, specialty, domestic beers.

Many have already experienced the fresh flavors of Amsterdam’s Mediterranean spices, sauces, and marinates at their previous location in Belden. After relocating to Downtown Tupelo, the crew is back in business with a fresh look, relaxed atmosphere, and ready to serve.

Their menu choices include wings, wraps, gyros, shawarma, subs, salads, pizza, and more. For some very tasty veggie only options, they have Falafel’s, hummus, Baba Ganoosh, specialty salads, and several sides to choose from.

What I ordered:
5 piece boneless wings $$6.99.
Cheesy Garlic Bliss $6.99
12” Chicken Shawarma pizza $14.99

For my first visit since the reopening, I started with the boneless wings with the ranch dry rub and Cheesy Garlic Bliss.

Although I normally go for bone-in wings, I was very impressed with the tenderness and flavor packed boneless option. They had a nice layer of crunch covered in ranch rub with a bowl of dipping sauce on the side.

The Cheesy Garlic Bliss is a whole lot of cheesy garlic flavored goodness! This isn’t a lot of bread with a little cheese. This is house flat bread topped with their signature garlic base, oregano, and a blend of Italian cheeses. Served with a side of Main Street sauce (marinara).

For my entree, I went with the 12 inch Chicken Shawarma pizza. This combination of toppings is a true taste of the Mediterranean. The pizza is topped with Shawarma spiced chicken, Amsterdam’s signature five cheese blend, garlic sauce, and thinly sliced tomato, and red onion.

Although many restaurants have a single signature dish that is a must try, Amsterdam Deli & Grill has a full selection of unique specialties and must try menu items. Making each experience as unique as the last. See y’all there!!!

See the Amsterdam Deli & Beer Facebook page for more information.

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Christmas in Dixie

MyLove Barnett
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Christmas in Dixie

Not all holidays are created equally. And sometimes, even your favorites don’t turn out quite the way you’d planned. But sometimes, they go so far off course, you just want a complete do-over

A few years back, we had one of the rockiest beginnings to a Christmas day that I can ever remember in my life.

We are a blended family, and so we take turns with the older kids’ other parents so that the kids wake up with us one Christmas, and wake up with their other parents on the next. This particular year was not our year for early morning wake-ups.

Since all of the older kids were at their other parents’ houses on this Christmas morning, and Spawn was so little, he didn’t know the difference anyway, we made the executive decision to sleep in. We desperately needed the rest, and holidays are a rare day off that we’d both get to enjoy sleeping late together.

But alas, it was not meant to be.

I was awakened around 8 a.m. by my smoke alarm going absolutely nuts, and my husband Eric shouting from the other end of the house:

LOVE!!! GET UP!
GET UP!
Get out of the house!
Get out of the house!
The house is on fire!
Get out!
The house is on fire!

I got up, dread pooling in the pit of my stomach, quickly pulled on a nightgown and my boots, and ran up the hall. The living room and kitchen were under a thick cloud of black smoke, and Eric was out on the porch with Spawn, hopping around foot to foot, hollering “The house is on fire!”

I looked in the kitchen, where I could see there were flames coming out of the oven. A more careful person would have just dialed 9-1-1 and left for safety, but no one has ever accused me of being overly cautious.

As he’s still outside doing the decapitated chicken dance of doom, I made the split second decision to go see if there was anything I could do quickly to save my house from burning down. I went to the kitchen, filled a glass with water, and threw it in the oven.

Pssssshhhhhhhhooosh!

It put the fire out, thankfully, but now the smoke was really billowing. And it smelled noxious. Almost like the smell of burning car tires.

I turned on the vent hood, the air conditioners, and opened all the windows.

We hung out on the porch for about half an hour, keeping an eye on things, and trying to make sure the majority of the smoke was dissipated before returning inside to inspect the damage.

Yall.

Whew.

Apparently, Eric and Spawn had gotten up much earlier. Spawn had thrown a toy in the oven, at some point previously. And then Eric went to pop some food in the oven for himself, and didn’t notice the toy laying there below the rack.

Nothing, besides the melty ruins of an unidentifiable toy, had suffered any real damage. But the house smelled like melting plastic and burning tires for the rest of the day.

Christmas really had nowhere to go but UP from there.

Here’s wishing a very merry and SAFE Christmas to you and yours!

p.s. Regarding my completely ill-advised tossing of the water into the oven: Don’t YOU do that. I have been informed since this happened that you should always use salt to put out kitchen fires, since most kitchen fires are caused by grease, and water would just exacerbate a grease fire. i could have really hurt myself or made the fire worse, and it’s just pure luck that it worked out okay.

The Rundown – December 19, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The Rundown – December 19, 2019

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Thursday, December 19, 2019. It is the 353rd day of the year. There are only 12 days left. Winter officially starts in 2 days, Hanukkah begins in 3 days, and Christmas is just 6 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business.

For home business or people who work from home, you can use business class internet at home instead of xfinity, which gives them no data cap, commercial grade equipment, and a 3-hour (versus 7-day) residential response time! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 1-2:00 p.m., and again from 5- 6:00 p.m..

Storyplay at the Lee County Library in Tupelo is today at 9:30am. Storyplay is a storytime program featuring songs, rhymes, activities, and books more suitable for the baby to toddler set. Play will be highlighted and embraced during this program and modifications will be presented to accommodate different abilities and age groups.

The Queen’s Reward Meadery will be hosting their Second Annual Ugly Sweater Contest and Trivia Night. The Gypsy Roadside Mobile arrives at 6pm to dish out the goods. Make sure to get there early for a prime seat! Then at 7pm, sign your team up with the enigmatic trivia host extraordinaire, Brian! Immediately following trivia will be the ugly sweater competition.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

In Tupelo:

Outside of Tupelo, we found these events for you to check out:

  • Legends Sports Grille in Fulton will have Vinnie C at 7:00 p.m.
  • Lep’s BBQ in Pontotoc will have Jason Carter N The Healers at 7:30 p.m.
  • In West Point, catch Robbie Ross at The Hill

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

The Rundown – December 18, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The Rundown – December 18, 2019

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Wednesday, December 18, 2019. It is the 352nd day of the year. There are only 13 days left. Winter officially starts in 2 days, Hanukkah begins in 3 days, and Christmas is just 7 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business.

For home business or people who work from home, you can use business class internet at home instead of xfinity, which gives them no data cap, commercial grade equipment, and a 3-hour (versus 7-day) residential response time! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 1-2:00 p.m., and again from 5- 6:00 p.m..

The Queen’s Reward Meadery will be hosting their Second Annual Ugly Sweater Contest and Trivia Night. The Gypsy Roadside Mobile arrives at 6pm to dish out the goods. Make sure to get there early for a prime seat! Then at 7pm, sign your team up with the enigmatic trivia host extraordinaire, Brian! Immediately following trivia will be the ugly sweater competition.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..

In Nettleton, the Carolina United Methodist Church invites you to The Sounds Of Christmas On Violin at 6pm, with Abbey and Gracie Swartzendruber for an evening of beautiful Christmas music. These two amazing young violinists have performed at New York’s Carnegie Hall and are sure to delight the audience and set the tone for the rest of your holiday season.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

In Tupelo:

  • Steele’s Dive will have Michael Thomas at 7:00 p.m.
  • Blue Canoe will have Adam Gaffney at 7:30 p.m.
  • Old Venice Pizza Co. will have Misbehavin’ at 7:00 p.m.
  • The Shade Tree Lounge will have Big Daddy Karaoke at 8pm. Wednesday is also ladies’ night — Ladies get happy hour prices all night!
  • Mugshots will have Robbie Ross from 6:30 until 9:30 this evening for Wine Wednesday. All house wines will be half off and all other wines will be $1 off. Wine Wednesday is every Wednesday from 6 until 10, with regular happy hour from 2 until 6.

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

Christmas Tree Promises

Jerry Thompson
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Christmas Tree Promises

The old man lived alone, or at least he’d been living alone since his wife had gone on. He missed her always, but especially this time of year. Lily was the one who really loved Christmas; she just seemed to thrive during this season! She always had him get a tree. She’d said, “It just can’t be Christmas without a tree!”

Since her passing, he just couldn’t bring himself to enjoy this time of year, much less put up a tree. It was just too sad for him. The only family they had, had long since moved away, so he wasn’t in the mood to get a tree.

He had new neighbors moving in up the road. Maybe that would take his mind off this dreadful holiday season he seemed to be stuck with.

The neighbors had gotten settled in. The family consisted of a man and woman, and two little girls, one eight and the other one five. They seemed nice enough; he had seen them pass by and the little girls always had to wave! They had even brought him supper! He sure enjoyed the home cooking — he didn’t get much of that since Lily had died. Lord he did miss her cooking!

Those little girls sure were sweet! Made him feel almost alive after each visit! Oh sure, they asked a lot of questions. He hadn’t forgotten that about kids! Then one day, they asked “Why don’t you put up your tree?”

Before he had time to answer, their mom quickly changed the subject. He knew why but didn’t think he could explain all that to two little bright eyed girls. How do you explain to someone that you’re sad and alone and a brightly lit tree wasn’t going to change that? All the lights in the world weren’t going to change that!

A couple of weeks before Christmas, he heard a car in the driveway. He looked out to see his neighbors and those two little girls. They each had a box and couldn’t wait for him to open the door! They burst in the door with smiles from ear to ear!

They shouted, “We have a surprise!” But before they could tell him, their mom asked if she could she speak to him in the old kitchen, and of course he said yes.

He followed her into Lilly’s kitchen and had her sit at the table. She said, “I’m Sorry, but these girls have about drove us crazy! They were worried about you not having up a tree! They look each time we pass to see if you have one up, to see the lights!”

This brought tears to his eyes! He couldn’t let her see him cry, so he said “Must have gotten something in my eye!” She understood. She said, “Would you please humor these girls?”

He followed her back into the living room, where the little girls couldn’t contain themselves any longer! They said, “We have you a Christmas Tree! It’s a small one but it’s already got the lights on it! And it has little balls and icicles and candy canes to decorate it with! So can we please, please, help you put it up?”

How could he not say yes? They unboxed the little tree and flew in to decorating!

He set it on a small table by the window, plugged it up, and they all marveled at the little tree!

He thanked them, and as they left, he asked if he could have a hug. They were glad to give!

He waited till they had gone and just sat down and cried.

He felt bad because he had been so lonely!

And in the glow of that little Christmas tree, he said a prayer.

Even though he was lonely, he wasn’t alone!

It had taken two beautiful little girls to show him what Christmas was all about! It’s about giving and caring for one another. He made a promise to never forget that again.

This is a real Christmas story. The old man was Mr. Langston, our neighbor, and Lily was his wife. The little girls in the story were my daughters Kelly and Melanie.

After his death, his daughter found the tree and a note explaining it and asking that it be returned to these little girls.

We still have it and the memories!

And life goes on, on Thompson Hill.

The Rundown – December 17, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The Rundown – December 17, 2019

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Tuesday, December 17, 2019. It is the 351st day of the year. There are only 14 days left. Winter officially starts in 2 days, Hanukkah begins in 5 days, and Christmas is just 8 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business.

For home business or people who work from home, you can use business class internet at home instead of xfinity, which gives them no data cap, commercial grade equipment, and a 3-hour (versus 7-day) residential response time! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, there are several things going on!

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 1-2:00 p.m., and again from 5- 6:00 p.m..

Tupelo Community Theatre is holding an additional audition for men for Puffs by Matt Cox auditions on December 17 at 6 p.m. at TCT Off Broadway 213 East Franklin Street. No advance preparation is needed but those auditioning should men be at least 21 years of age or older. Marley Maharrey will direct and production dates are February 13-15, 2020. For more information contact the director at msmaharrey@gmail.com or call the TCT office at 662-844-1935.

GumTree Museum of Art invites you to join them this evening at 5pm as Artist Alison McLean Schuchs unveils the painting of William Dexter. William was the lucky winner of a free portrait during the Guild’s Annual GumTree Gala fundraiser.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..

Also in Fulton, check out STEM Story Time at the Itawamba County Pratt Memorial Library every Tuesday at 4pm.

In Columbus, Santa will be making an appearance at McAlister’s Deli for Kids Night. They will have a lot of fun activities and free pictures with Santa!

The Corinth Theatre of Arts presents “A Christmas Carol Live” daily through December 17. All showings start at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $10 each.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

In Tupelo:

In Pontotoc:

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

Tupelo Flea Market: Special December Market

MyLove Barnett
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Tupelo Flea Market: Special December Market

The Tupelo Flea Market is held monthly, every second weekend, with additional dates seasonally. This is an additional holiday market!

Dates: Friday, Dec. 20 – Sunday, Dec. 22

Special Flea Market Hours
Friday, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address:
1879 N Coley Rd
Tupelo, Mississippi 38801

PUBLIC PARKING
Free parking, including handicapped spaces, is available.

ADMISSION
Admission is $1.00 per person. Children 5 and under are free.

If any of you guys need some Scentsy come see these lovely ladies!

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If you’re in the Tupelo area today, stop by and see us and OUR BLING!!!!

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The Rundown – December 16, 2019

MyLove Barnett
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The Rundown – December 16, 2019

Good morning Tupelo! Today is Monday, December 16, 2019. It is the 350th day of the year. There are only 15 days left. Winter officially starts in 3 days, Hanukkah begins in 6 days, and Christmas is just 9 days from today.

Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business.

For home business or people who work from home, you can use business class internet at home instead of xfinity, which gives them no data cap, commercial grade equipment, and a 3-hour (versus 7-day) residential response time! For new service, contact your local account executive Kyle Barker at (662) 372-0567.

FOOD TRUCKS

Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:

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HAPPENING TODAY

Today in Tupelo, there are several things going on!

You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Also, Paw-fect Pics with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing means that you can bring your pets for photos with Santa tonight as well! *Dogs and cats only please, and pet photos are available from 5:00 p.m. to set close.

Tupelo-Lee Humane Society invites you to Kitten Yoga! Kitten Yoga is held every Monday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.. Classes are $10 per person and will be taught by professional yoga instructors in an environment filled with kitten happiness!

There’s a Wrapping Party for the children at the Children’s Mansion today from 1:00 pm. to 6:00 p.m. at Room to Room Furniture.

Local Events Outside of Tupelo

Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:

In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..

The Corinth Theatre of Arts presents “A Christmas Carol Live” daily through December 17. All showings start at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $10 each.

Santa is visiting the Booneville Library today from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m., and will be serving milk & cookies, stories, music, and fun! Bring your camera!

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Blue Canoe will have Brandon Whyde at 7:30 p.m.

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

NYE Party List!

MyLove Barnett
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NYE Party List!

New Year’s Eve this year is on a Tuesday, but we’re not going to let a little thing like that get in the way of a good time! If you’re looking for somewhere to count down the New Year in Tupelo, we have plenty of options for you!

To kick things off, in Downtown Tupelo, we’re going to have a NYE Street Party! This celebration will feature two live music stages, featuring a diverse lineup of incredible bands, special children-friendly events, a Toyota Corolla giveaway, fireworks, and a ball drop to coincide with the countdown to ring in the New Year. There will be something for everyone! Check out the schedule and lineup here.

The Elvis Presley Birthplace will be hosting David Lee to ring in the new year with Dinner, Party Favors, Champagne Toast At Midnight. For tickets, call 518-307-9691, 205-266-2030, or purchase tickets online.

Steele’s Dive is hosting a Roaring 20s NYE Bash from 9:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.. Dress as a gangster or silent screen star; come as a flapper or come as you are! Admission will be $10 each. Live entertainment will be the Spunk Monkees with Special Guest Misbehavin to keep the party rocking. Steele Magnolia Beard Company will also be on hand, hosting their 1st Annual Beard Contest. Categories Include: Best Full Beard under 6”, Best Full beard 6”+, Longest Beard, Best Partial Beard (Goatee), Best Mustache, Best creative beard (women). A Special Glam Selfie Station will be available for photos, and of course, A Customary Champagne Toast at Midnight!

Mr. Tony’s is hosting Hell’s Heathens from 5:00 p.m. until 3:00 a.m. with both inside and outside events. Inside will be a full bar and live music by Hell’s Heathens, Killjay, and Lick The Tip. Outside, there will be on site tattooing provided by the Body Art Bus, a Bonfire, & Grilled food, inside a 2000 sq. ft. Heated Tent with Acoustic Music, and Drinking Games (Beer Pong, Cornhole, ect.) Also provided with a Full Bar & Smoker Friendly. $10 admission.

The Shade Tree will host a Party on the Patio with live music by Tim D. Sheffield, Vinney C., and Madison Grace Rhodes from 8:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.. $15 buys you all the Bud Light Draft you can drink out on the patio!

Woody’s will be hosting a NYE Bash with DJ-E Karaoke and Dance as well as DJ Mike Barnes. The party kicks off at 8 p.m. and lasts until 1 a.m., with a champagne toast at midnight.

Old Venice is hosting a NYE Masquerade Ball with Karaoke starting at 7:00 p.m..

#SupportTupeloMusic

If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!

Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.

Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!

Get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!

* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.

Donate Blood Today for a T-shirt & Chance on a $500 Amazon Gift Card

MyLove Barnett
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Donate Blood Today for a T-shirt & Chance on a $500 Amazon Gift Card

Receive a T-shirt & Chance on a $500 Amazon Gift Card

TUPELO, MS — From Vitalant:

Vitalant’s mission to ensure blood is available to patients when it is needed doesn’t stop during the holiday season. Vitalant needs the help of volunteer blood donors to help bolster the blood supply Dec. 15 through Jan. 5. This time of year sees over a 20 percent decline in blood donations, despite blood being used every two seconds in the United States. Blood usage tends to increase over the holidays due to an increase in travel and surgeries. Give blood and be the reason a patient gets to go home to their family.

All blood types are needed, especially type O and platelet donations.

Vitalant is asking donors to donate now to ensure that blood is ready to serve patients when it is needed. Vitalant relies on donors to donate regularly, especially during the holiday season when your donation is vital. Blood is needed every 2 seconds in the United States and the need stays constant, regardless of any holiday.

To ensure an ample blood supply, Vitalant is encouraging donors to skip the shopping lines and save lives with us. It’s the blood already on the shelf that helps in an emergency. That’s why it’s crucial for Vitalant to maintain a safe and ready supply at all times. It takes up to 2.5 days to process, test and distribute each blood donation before it is delivered to hospitals. All blood types are needed especially type O, A-negative , B-negative and platelet donations.

When you donate with Vitalant at the donation center — located at 4326 South Eason Boulevard in Tupelo — any time from Dec. 16 through Jan. 5, you will receive a long-sleeve “Experience the Wonder” T-shirt while supplies last. 

Additionally, one $500 Amazon gift card winner will be drawn EACH DAY from Dec. 16 through Jan. 5!

Let the best gift you give this year be the gift of life through blood donations. To find a Vitalant donation center visit vitalant.org or call 877-25VITAL.

Blood donation takes about an hour from check-in to refreshments. Donors can save about 20 minutes by completing their Fast Track Health History the day they donate. It’s at vitalant.org.

Volunteer blood donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Additional height/weight requirements apply to donors 22 and younger, and donors who are 16 and 17 must have signed permission from a parent or guardian.

Contact: Mitzi Breaux 
mbreaux@vitalant.org 
337-298-9342

About Vitalant: Vitalant is the nation’s second largest community blood service provider, supplying comprehensive transfusion medicine services for nearly 1,000 hospitals and health care partners for patients in need across 40 states. Vitalant inspires local communities to serve the needs of others and transform lives through the selfless act of donating blood. Every day, almost 5,000 blood donations are needed to meet the needs of people throughout the country, and Vitalant’s 780,000 donors supply 1.8 million donations a year. In addition to blood products, Vitalant offers customers transfusion services, medical consulting, quality guidance, ongoing education, research and more. For more information and to schedule a donation, visit vitalant.org or call 877-258-4825 (877-25VITAL). Join the conversation about impacting the lives of others on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

*United Blood Services and Lifeblood are now Vitalant*

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