Augusta, GA
Drug Take Back Day: How to safely dispose of unused medications
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day was established to provide a safe, effective way to get rid of prescription drugs. (MGN/weisspaarz.com/CC BY-SA 2.0)
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WFXG) –
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, and many organizations across the CSRA are hosting events, so residents can safely dispose of their unwanted and unused medications.
Rates of prescription drug abuse continue to rise across the United States. The number of drug overdose deaths involving prescription opioids in 2021 was nearly five times the number in 1999, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Drug Take Back Day was established to provide a safe, effective way to get rid of prescription drugs, raise awareness of drug abuse, and prevent drug misuse at home.
Community members in the CSRA can take their medicines to various locations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- CVS: 1520 Walton Way
- CVS: 2902 Peach Orchard Rd.
- Kroger: 2801 Washington Rd.
- Sheriff’s Office Substation: 650-A Ronald Reagan Dr.
- Kroger: 435 Lewiston Rd.
- Parks Pharmacy North Augusta: 437 Georgia Ave.
- North Augusta Public Safety Headquarters: 444 E. Buena Vista Ave.
- Aiken County Sheriff’s Office: 420 Hampton Ave. NE.
- Burnettown Police Department: 3187 Augusta Rd.
Residents can drop off medicines from 10 a.m. to noon at the following location:
- Sheriff’s Office: 225 Hwy. 24 S.
Officials say don’t bring any liquids or needles. Click here for more information on Drug Take Back Day and to find a location near you.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Families had the chance to sharpen their money skills at a financial literacy event hosted by local nonprofit Crown Her Mentoring at the Bernie Ward Community Center.
The free event offered resources for all ages, from kids learning the basics to adults planning for their financial future.
Attendees could sit in sessions about budgeting, credit, opening banking accounts and insurance options.
Organizers said the event was designed to make financial education accessible during Financial Literacy Month.
“People need to understand the importance of a checking account, a savings account—how to manage your money. How to invest your money. People need to learn about life insurance,” said Torrecka Davis, organizer.
Crown Her Mentoring will host a mental health awareness event on May 23. Open enrollment for new mentees will begin on May 10.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Shoppers in Augusta will soon lose a longtime retail option, as Lane Bryant’s store inside Augusta Mall is set to close for good this weekend.
Employees at Lane Bryant inside Augusta Mall confirmed that the store will permanently close starting Sunday, April 19.
After the closure, the nearest Lane Bryant location for customers will be in Lexington.
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With deepest and heartfelt sympathy, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Mr. Willie J. Tanksley who entered into rest April 18, 2026.
Mr. Tanksley, a native of Richmond County, was a 1985 graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. He was a member of Greater Young Zion Baptist Church where he served in the Brotherhood Ministry.
Survivors include his wife, Sabrina Tanksley; two daughters, Ashley Tanksley and Taylor Tanksley; siblings, Elise Tanksley of Augusta, GA, Wilhelmina Roland of Atlanta, GA, Terry Tanksley, Tommy Tanksley, Watler Tanksley and Elder Claude (Kimberly) Tanksley all of Augusta, GA; an aunt, Frances Tate; an uncle, James Tanksley; mother-in-law, Sandra Harrison of Beech Island, SC; father-in-law, Jimmy (Elnora) Bing; three sisters-in-law, Fonda Rainey, Nicole Harrison and Nina Bing; a brother-in-law, Eric Bing; a host of nieces , nephews, along with other loving relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Greater Young Zion Baptist Church with the Rev. William A. Blount officiating. Interment will follow at Walker Memorial Park. Viewing will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.
The family will not be receiving visitors at the home. We ask that you continue to pray for them during this time.
Professional Services are under the compassionate care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.
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