Lubbock Community news in brief Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Back the Badges blood drive ongoing Vitalant presents the Back the Badges Blood Drive through Sunday, July 18, to show support for first responders and support blood transfusion needs in the community. All donors will receive two movie tickets and popcorn from Premier Cinema, a T-shirt, and a family four pack to Joyland (all while supplies last). Donate at: South Plains Mall (at the previous location of Candy Wrapper by Grand Court) from noon to 6 p.m. daily. Appointments are recommended and can be scheduled online at vitalant.org Learn more about blood donation and eligibility at Vitalant.org/donate.