Breckinridge County Hosts Drug Take Back Day

Local police departments will accept prescription and over-the-counter medications for safe disposal.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:44pm

A minimalist neon outline of a medicine bottle glowing against a dark background, conveying the concept of proper medication disposal.A local drug take-back event offers a safe solution to dispose of unused medications and prevent potential misuse.Irvington Today

Breckinridge County, Kentucky is hosting a 'Drug Take Back' Day on April 27th from 10am to 2pm Central time. The event will have drop-off locations at the Breckinridge County Sheriff's Office, Irvington Police Department, and Cloverport Police Department to collect prescription pills, over-the-counter medications, and pet drugs. Organizers say this is a safe, anonymous, and convenient way for residents to properly dispose of unused or expired medications and prevent misuse or overdose.

Why it matters

Drug Take Back events help address the opioid crisis by providing a way for people to safely get rid of unused prescription medications that could potentially be misused. Proper disposal also prevents medications from ending up in landfills or water supplies, which can be harmful to the environment.

The details

The Drug Take Back Day will accept prescription pills, over-the-counter drugs, and pet medications, but will not accept needles, liquids, or syringes. Residents can drop off their unwanted medications at the Breckinridge County Sheriff's Office, Irvington Police Department, or Cloverport Police Department during the 4-hour event window.

  • The Drug Take Back Day is scheduled for April 27, 2026 from 10am to 2pm Central time.

The players

Breckinridge County Sheriff's Office

One of the drop-off locations for the Drug Take Back Day event.

Irvington Police Department

One of the drop-off locations for the Drug Take Back Day event.

Cloverport Police Department

One of the drop-off locations for the Drug Take Back Day event.

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The takeaway

Drug Take Back events provide a safe and convenient way for residents to properly dispose of unused or expired medications, helping to address the opioid crisis and protect the environment.