Murfreesboro, TN – Residents in Rutherford County are encouraged to safely dispose of unused or expired medications during the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Friday, October 24, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
According to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office, two drop-off locations will be available in Murfreesboro: Murfreesboro Medical Clinic, located at 1272 Garrison Drive, and MMC Westlawn, at 3325 Shores Road.
The initiative allows residents to anonymously dispose of solid medications and vapes in a safe and environmentally responsible way. Liquids, needles, or sharps will not be accepted.
Officials say the event helps prevent prescription drug misuse and keeps potentially dangerous medications out of the hands of children and others. The Take Back program, organized by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), partners with local law enforcement agencies nationwide to make disposal convenient for communities.
Residents are encouraged to check their medicine cabinets before Friday and gather any unused prescriptions for drop-off. Both Murfreesboro locations will operate during the event window only.
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