SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Prescott Valley and Chino Valley Host Dump the Drugs
Episode Date: September 28, 2026Send us a text and chime in!In a collaborative effort, MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization focused on preventing youth drug use, has partnered with the Prescott Valley Police Department, Fry�...�s Pharmacy and the Chino Valley Police Department. These joint partnerships offer residents a safe and appropriate method for disposing of unwanted medications. Since 2008, Yavapai County has successfully collected and safely disposed of over 47,000 pounds of medication. This significant achievement is a result of dedicated efforts, such as Dump the Drugs events, and a countywide network of drop box locations, all made possible through strong community partnerships. The Prescott Valley Police Department is partnering with... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-and-chino-valley-host-dump-the-drugs/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network
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In a collaborative effort, Matforce, a primary prevention organization focused on preventing
youth drug use, has partnered with the Prescott Valley Police Department, Fries Pharmacy, and the Chino
Valley Police Department. These joint partnerships offer residents a safe and appropriate method for
disposing of unwanted medications. Since 2008, Yavapai County has successfully collected and safely disposed
of over 47,000 pounds of medication. This significant achievement is a result of dedicated efforts,
such as Dump the Drug's events, and a countywide network of drop box locations, all made possible
through strong community partnerships. The Prescott Valley Police Department is partnering with
Fry's pharmacy while the Chino Valley Police Department hosts a separate event at the same time
for the Dump the Drugs Prescription Drug Takeback Day. These events will take place on Saturday
October 24, 26, offering community members a safe and convenient method to dispose of unwanted or
expired medications. Both events will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Locations. Fries Pharmacy,
look for the pop-up tent in the Fries parking lot, 3,100 North Glassford Hill Road, Prescott Valley.
Chino Valley Police Department, 220 North State Route 89, Chino Valley. To promote the continued
proper disposal of medications throughout the year, 14 prescription drug dropboxes are conveniently
located throughout Yavapai County. For more details on these locations, visit matforce.org
slash yavapy county slash. For additional information about medication disposal events,
nearby dropbox locations, or Matforce, please visit matforce.org, call 928-708-01010 or email at info
at matforces.org. Learn who else is making a difference in the Quad Cities with
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