The NLCRPD collected nearly 100 pounds of pharmaceuticals at the drug take back day held this past Saturday. Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. This surrender for proper disposal also prevents chemicals from entry into the water and sewage systems. This safe disposal helps preserve and provide clean water in our communities. That's why it was great to see residents from across the county clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in - safely and anonymously - a record amount of prescription drugs.