Operation Medicine Cabinet IV, held on Oct. 29th in Saline County, took in 537 lbs. of prescription drugs.  Officers from the Benton Police Department, Saline County Sheriff’s Office, and Haskell Police Department all participated with drop-off locations throughout the county. 

    People were encouraged to drop-off all of their old and unused medicines at various locations and were rewarded with gift cards from Wal-Mart and Sonic Drive-In.  At Benton locations people were also given a raffle number with the chance of winning a $100 Wal-Mart gift card or gift certificates from Hog Heaven Diner. 

    In Benton alone there has been 1,617 lbs. of prescription pills taken back since the first event was held two years ago, including 483 lbs. during this event.  Anybody who missed the opportunity to drop-off medicine during the event are still encouraged to use the permanent drop box located at the Benton Police Department which can be utilized 24/7. 

    The winning numbers for the raffle were:  565415, 656377, 565430, 565375, 565350, and 565410.  Those with winning numbers should contact the Benton Police Department at 776-5948 during regular business hours, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.