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Here is today's news on mymix1041.com, sponsored by Toyota of Cleveland: From the Chattanoogan… Volkswagen unveiled its new ID 4 electric SUV that w

Here is today’s news on mymix1041.com, sponsored by Toyota of Cleveland:

From the Chattanoogan…

Volkswagen unveiled its new ID 4 electric SUV that will be produced at the Enterprise South Industrial Park in Chattanooga.

Officials said it will have a suggested retail price of just under $40,000. With a $7,500 federal tax credit, the price is around $32,500.

The ID 3 is available only in Europe.

This one will be sold in America and China as well as Europe.

The first new electric SUVs to be produced in Chattanooga are slated for 2022.

In news today…

Blood Assurance is making an appeal for millennial and Gen Z donors due to low donor turnout and continuous blood drive cancellations throughout their schools and work places. Less than one day’s supply of O-negative, O-positive, and B-negative remains on the shelf.

A-positive, A-negative and B-positive red cells are also in need at this time, with only two day’s supply available.

Blood Assurance is asking everyone with these blood types who can donate blood to please do so during this time of critical need. As the community starts to return to their normal activities such as work, school, and vacation, hospital usage also increases because of things such as auto accidents, major surgeries, babies getting sick, and cancer patients needing treatments.

All donors 18+ who give twice between June 1 and Sept. 30 can be entered to win a Big Green Egg grill. It is not too late to win. Donors can donate two units of red cells at one time if they are eligible and will be entered to win as well.

To be eligible to donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old (16 years old with parental consent), weigh 110 pounds or more and be in good health. Donors are asked to drink plenty of fluids — avoiding caffeine — and eat a meal that is rich in iron prior to donating. To schedule an appointment or find a donor center or mobile drive near you, please visit www.bloodassurance.org/schedule, call 800-962-0628 or text ‘BAGIVE’ to 999777.