KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Six locations across Kenosha County hosted collection events Saturday as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, giving residents a free and safe opportunity to get rid of unneeded or expired medications while also learning how to save a life with Narcan.
County Executive Samantha Kerkman and Pleasant Prairie Police Chief David Smetana assisted staff at the Pleasant Prairie Police Station, one of the busiest collection points throughout the day. Visitors at another location — the BMO Bank parking lot on 52nd Street in Kenosha — were welcomed by the Kenosha Police Department’s new therapy dog, Winnie, who has quickly become a fan favorite at community events.
Additional collection sites were located at the Kenosha County Center in Bristol, Somers Fire & Rescue Station 1, the University of Wisconsin–Parkside, and the Twin Lakes Police Department. The county’s Division of Behavioral Health Services coordinated the effort in partnership with each host site.
Officials emphasized that clearing homes of excess or unwanted prescription drugs helps reduce the risk of misuse and addiction and keeps dangerous medications away from children and others who could be harmed.
Organizers also provided training and free doses of Narcan, the overdose-reversing medication that has become a critical tool in the fight against opioid-related deaths.
For those who were unable to attend Saturday’s events, Kenosha County maintains permanent drug disposal boxes at various law enforcement buildings and partner facilities throughout the year. Residents are encouraged to use these secure drop-offs to continue reducing the supply of unused prescription drugs in the community.
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2 Responses
A story that mentions Sammy without a picture of Sammy!?
Refreshing.
I don’t know why you want to sue her, but I sure AF hope you do! She’s running the county straight down into the dirt.
Waste of money.