Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Set for July 21-22

The Fallon Police Department and Churchill County Sheriff's Office will once again face off in the annual Battle of the Badges blood drive July 21-22, challenging the community to donate blood in support of local first responders and lifesaving medical care.

The friendly competition encourages residents to donate blood on behalf of either agency, with the organization receiving the most donor support earning bragging rights in the annual event.

Hosted by The Ladies Behind the Badge in partnership with Vitalant, the blood drive honors the memory of Sheriff Richard Hickox and carries the theme, "Do it for The Dash."

Donations will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 21 and 22 at the Fallon Convention Center, 100 Campus Way.

According to event organizers, the Battle of the Badges blood drive has become a community tradition that helps maintain local and regional blood supplies while raising awareness of the ongoing need for blood donations.

All donors will receive a Battle of the Badges T-shirt while supplies last. Participants also may be eligible for additional donor incentives offered through Vitalant.

Appointments may be scheduled by scanning the event QR code or by calling Vitalant at 775-329-6451. Walk-ins will also be accepted.

Organizers encourage community members to participate and support either the Fallon Police Department or the Churchill County Sheriff's Office while helping save lives through blood donation.