PD seeks unwanted drugs

Residents with unwanted prescription drugs can take them to a drop off box at Smith’s Food and Drug Saturday.

The drop off is sponsored by the Green River Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration and takes place from 10 a.m., to 2 p.m.

The event is designed to give residents a chance to safely rid their homes of unused pills and patches. The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles. The service is free and anonymous.

During a similar event last fall, Americans turned in 456 tons of prescription drugs at more than 5,300 drop off sites. Overall, during the past seven years, the DEA...