On Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 11-2 p.m., The Free Clinics will offer free flu shots and a variety of preventative health screenings to the community at The Meeting Place Senior Center. Residents of Polk County are encouraged to take advantage of free blood sugar and blood pressure testing as well.

This free event is presented in partnership with Walgreens. The Meeting Place is located at 75 Carmel Lane, Columbus. For more information about the screenings, or to learn about the programs and volunteer opportunities at The Free Clinics, call 828-697-8422 or visit thefreeclinics.org.

– article submitted by Jolie Singletary