Homes, rather than bars, will be ringing in 2021 with party hats, balloons and noisemakers.
Butte-Silver Bow Undersheriff George Skuletich doesnât foresee Dec. 31 being too busy for his department, but itâs best to be prepared.
So, to err on the side of caution, rather than the usual five or six officers working the graveyard shift on a Thursday night, 10 to 12 officers will be out cruising the streets. They will be making sure the bars are closed long before midnight and that residents are being safe and sensible drivers.
Particularly this year, Skuletich thinks there will be an increase in the number of house parties, which, according to health department guidelines, isnât recommended.