A local blood donation initiative is underway in an effort to address a summer blood shortage. South Texas Blood & Tissue is offering an incentive to donors, with a chance to win concert tickets. Donors who give by August 9 will be entered into a giveaway for tickets to see prominent rock bands.

The donation drive is particularly seeking Type O blood, which is urgently needed. Further details about the donation process and the ticket giveaway can be found through South Texas Blood & Tissue, the organization behind the initiative.