Authorities ready for big Rock County party Saturday

The Capital Times

Rock County deputies will be out in force on Saturday, April 18, for the 33rd annual Break in the Weather party in Newville, where the Rock River meets Lake Koshkonong.

Sheriff Robert Spoden said deputies will be on "saturation patrol" to reinforce the point that drinking and driving don't mix.

"We also will have deputies assigned on foot patrol, conducting youth alcohol compliance checks inside taverns and enforcing liquor sale laws to minors," Spoden said in a news release.

The extra enforcement is not intended to dampen the party, the sheriff said.

"We simply are asking businesses and people attending this event to fulfill their responsibilities in regard to the sale and consumption of alcohol," Spoden said.

"Let's work together as a community to ensure a safe evening."