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Hazelwood Residents Give Blood, Get Oil

A blood drive at the Midas on Lindbergh Boulevard in Hazelwood raised more than 17 pints of blood.

It's a rule of science that oil and water don't mix, but the same can't be said for oil and blood, at least blood donation.

For a little bit of donated blood, the in Hazewlood gave away a this weekend.

The blood drive effort is an event that the Midas Corporation has been hosting for more than seven years, according to Midas employee Carol Kerr. Kerr has been an active part of the Hazelwood Midas' events since she started with the company, and said they are “a worthy cause.”

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Kerr said Midas hosts these events three-to-four times a year, and on average the drive brings in 20 or more people who are willing to give their time and blood to this effort.

Kevin Rehg stopped by Midas on Saturday and decided to give a little blood. He said he gives blood on a regular basis, mainly because he understands the need for donors.

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"It’s not a big deal," he said. "(It's) a good way to help out.”

For Cynthia Knox the oil change was the incentive she needed to donate. She said the free oil change was the main reason she pulled into Midas early Saturday morning, but also said she has given blood before and understands how important it is to help out others.

Mike Ayres, Hazelwood Midas' store manager said his location isn't the only store to feature the promotion.

"All of the fives Midas’s in the area participate in this as a way to give back to the community," he said.

Ayres said more than 17 people gave blood and received oil changes. Those that weren't able to get their oil changed on Saturday due to time constraints were handed vouchers to come back at a later date.

All-in-all, Ayres said it's a good day when you can say you did a good deed bringing together the community, promoting social involvement and educating.

"Not only does (the drive) bring people in for a good cause but it allows (us) to educate the customers on proper car care," he said.

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