National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is April 26, 2025
April 26 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and the Linn County Sheriff’s Office will have several drop-off sites set up around Linn County.
April 26 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and the Linn County Sheriff’s Office will have several drop-off sites set up around Linn County. These sites can be used to dispose of any unwanted, unused, or expired medications in your home.
- Mill City, City Hall — 9:00-10:00 am, City Hall (444 S. 1st Avenue)
- Scio Fire Hall –10:30-11:30 am, Scio Fire Hall (38975 SW 6th Avenue)
- Halsey City Hall — 1:00-2:00 pm, City Hall (100 Halsey Street)
- Harrisburg City Hall — 2:30-3:30 pm, City Hall (120 Smith Street)
Accepted: Any type of prescription or over-the-counter medications are acceptable collections. Make sure lids are on tightly if they are liquid.
Not Accepted: Intravenous solutions, injectables, syringes, medical waste, and any type of needles are not accepted.
There is also a permanent drop box located in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office at 1115 SE Jackson St in Albany. For additional information about Prescription Drug Take Back Day, contact the Linn County Sheriff’s Office at 541-967-3950.