While the holidays are a great time for fun, family, and relaxation, sometimes the situation goes too far. Lt. Shane Cox of the Pella Police Department says that it’s very common to see an influx in alcohol and domestic disturbances. Cox adds that when people are together for an extended period of time, issues tend to arise and it worsens when alcohol is involved. He continues to say that with people also having time off for the holidays there is a rise in drunk driving. He encourages the community to remember what the holidays are about, and if you are going to consume adult beverages, to do so responsibly.