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Prescription Drug Take Back Day to be held Saturday

MARQUETTE, MI— The Drug Enforcement Administration is reminding people about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday.

Officials say it’s a safe, responsible way to dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired medications. Flushing them can contaminate the water supply and have a lasting effect on the environment. Children, pets, or even wildlife can accidentally ingest medications that are thrown out.

Various police and medical agencies around Michigan will accept medications for proper disposal from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. To find your nearest drop-off site, go to www.dea.gov.

Nicole was born near Detroit but has lived in the U.P. most of her life. She graduated from Marquette Senior High School and attended Michigan State and Northern Michigan Universities, graduating from NMU in 1993 with a degree in English.