Full announcement from the city of Asheville:
ASHEVILLE – Operation Medicine Drop is a partnership of Safe Kids North Carolina, the Riverkeepers of North Carolina, Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of North Carolina and local law enforcement agencies working together to encourage the public to safely dispose of unused and unwanted medication. By providing safe and secure ways for people to get rid of unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications, Operation Medicine Drop helps prevent accidental poisonings and drug abuse while protecting our waters.
The prescription drug take-back is scheduled for this Saturday, September 29, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the front of the Asheville Police Department located at 100 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville.
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