Union County Agencies Host Drug Take-Back Event

Law enforcement and health organizations team up to provide safe medication disposal for residents.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:00pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a prescription pill bottle cap, focusing on the intricate texture and subtle reflections of the plastic material in dramatic lighting, conceptually representing the importance of proper medication disposal.A community-wide effort to safely dispose of unused medications aims to prevent accidental poisonings and environmental contamination.Marysville Today

Union County residents will have the opportunity to safely dispose of excess or unwanted medications at an upcoming drug take-back event organized by local law enforcement agencies, the Drug Enforcement Administration, Memorial Hospital, the Union County Drug Free Coalition, and other community partners.

Why it matters

Proper disposal of unused or expired medications is an important public health and safety issue, helping to prevent accidental poisonings, drug misuse, and environmental contamination. These take-back events provide a convenient and responsible way for residents to get rid of unwanted prescriptions.

The details

The drug take-back event will take place later this month at multiple collection sites throughout Union County. Residents can drop off medications with no questions asked, ensuring they are disposed of safely and securely.

  • The drug take-back event will be held later this month.

The players

Union County Law Enforcement Agencies

Local police departments and the county sheriff's office are organizing the take-back event in partnership with other community organizations.

Drug Enforcement Administration

The DEA is collaborating with local agencies to host the medication disposal program.

Memorial Hospital

The local hospital system is participating in the drug take-back event.

Union County Drug Free Coalition

A community organization focused on substance abuse prevention is supporting the take-back initiative.

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The takeaway

These regular drug take-back events play a crucial role in keeping unused medications out of the wrong hands and protecting the environment, demonstrating the value of collaboration between law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community groups.