DCSO, Republic Services sets free document shred event; old medications, worn flags also accepted for disposal

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, with the assistance of Republic Services, will be providing a free document-shred event on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at their main office in Bend, 63333 Hwy. 20 West.

The information can also be located on the DCSO website (sheriff.deschutes.org) under the Community/Public Notices tab.

This is a residential free shred event and is not intended for business/commercial shredding., Lt. Bryan Husband said.

"We can accept paper clips and staples, but cannot take plastic bags or three-ring binders," Husband said. "We are asking that people limit the number of documents to be shredded to no more than four boxes. If you have more than four boxes of material to be shredded, we are asking that you contact Republic Services at 541-352-2263 to determine how to dispose of your items."

 Medications accepted are prescription, patches, ointments, over-the-counter, vitamins, samples, and medications for pets.

NO SHARPS, THERMOMETERS, INHALERS, ETC.

This event also provides an opportunity for flag disposal. If anyone has an old tattered American flag, they would like properly disposed of, it can be done at these events.  

Food donations are also accepted during the event, which will go to a local food bank.