Chippewa County Healthy Communities (CCHC) is partnering with the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Department and Lake Hallie Police Department for National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026. This event offers a safe, free, and easy way to dispose of unused medications at Walmart in Lake Hallie.
Everyone is welcome. No questions asked. Cleaning out your medicine cabinet is a simple step that helps prevent medication misuse and protects our environment. “Events like this, and collaborative efforts between law enforcement and Public Health have a significant impact on controlled substance abuse.” said Sheriff Travis Hakes of Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office. “These events not only help the environment by keeping these chemicals out of our waterways but also keep the substances off our streets.”
Drop-Off Location and Hours
Residents can drop off medications at:
- Walmart Supercenter, 2786 Commercial Blvd, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Accepted Items
The following items will be accepted for safe disposal: - Prescription medications
- Over-the-counter medications
- Capsules and pills
- Creams and ointments
- Inhalers
- Non-aerosol sprays
- Medication patches
- Medication vials
- Pet medications
P: 715-726-7900
F: 715-726-7910
health@chippewacountywi.gov
chippewacountywi.gov/ccdph
711 N Bridge Street, Rm 121
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
Items Not Accepted
The following items will not be accepted at this event: - Sharps/syringes
- Aerosol cans
- Anything containing blood or bodily fluids
- Household hazardous waste (paint, pesticides, oil, gas)
- Vape pens/e-cigarette devices
- Mercury thermometers
- Personal care products (shampoo, soaps, lotions, sunscreens, etc.)
- Liquids not in their original container
