By Laura C. Morel
Crime/Immigration Reporter
Got prescription drugs? The DEA will take them off your hands.
The Drug Enforcement Administration will hold its fourth National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day throughout the country April 28.
People with unwanted prescription drugs will be able to turn them into law enforcement at different locations for free. No questions will be asked and they can remain anonymous.
Since the DEA launched this initiative, nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs have been collected.
Fun fact: more Americans abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens, and heroin combined, according to a media release.
There are Take-Back locations in Manatee and Sarasota counties. To find one near you, click here.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Saturday, April 14, 2012
From crime scenes to cookoffs
By Laura C. Morel
Crime/Immigration
From Tuesday through Friday, I'm the crime and immigration reporter for the Bradenton Herald.
But Saturday is my wildcard. I cover, well, everything else, including parades, festivals, fairs, rallies, contests, and the list goes on.
Food fests are also a big chunk of my Saturday coverage.
Today, I was the lucky reporter who covered the Gulf Coast Rhythm & Ribfest, which includes a barbecue ribs cookoff with both local and out-of-state cooks. I interviewed barbecue enthusiasts about their secrets to a good rib and a tasty sauce. Time and patience seemed to be key ingredients.
After two hours of interviews, I smelled like barbecue.
Earlier this month, I covered the annual Seafood Festival.
In late February, I covered the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival. Food for sale included squid fries (delicious!) and smoked mullet.
And in the beginning of the year, I was among 12 teams of cooks who whispered to their team members so their opponents wouldn’t hear their beef brisket secrets.
The irony of it all? I can't even cook.
Crime/Immigration
From Tuesday through Friday, I'm the crime and immigration reporter for the Bradenton Herald.
But Saturday is my wildcard. I cover, well, everything else, including parades, festivals, fairs, rallies, contests, and the list goes on.
Food fests are also a big chunk of my Saturday coverage.
Today, I was the lucky reporter who covered the Gulf Coast Rhythm & Ribfest, which includes a barbecue ribs cookoff with both local and out-of-state cooks. I interviewed barbecue enthusiasts about their secrets to a good rib and a tasty sauce. Time and patience seemed to be key ingredients.
After two hours of interviews, I smelled like barbecue.
Earlier this month, I covered the annual Seafood Festival.
In late February, I covered the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival. Food for sale included squid fries (delicious!) and smoked mullet.
And in the beginning of the year, I was among 12 teams of cooks who whispered to their team members so their opponents wouldn’t hear their beef brisket secrets.
The irony of it all? I can't even cook.
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