COCKROACHES REINTRODUCED TO STATE

(Colona) Cockroaches, some the size of small humans have been dropped right out of the sky this summer as part of an attempt to bring Western Colorado in line with the rest of the country. These hard-shelled flat-bodied insects of the family Blattidae develpmentus speculatum hide in dark places (like under septic systems and even historic mining structures) then run for their lives if somebody has the good sense to turn the light on.

Focal points of the drops have been pastoral Colona, the still wild Slate River Valley Floor and pristine Red Mountain Pass where there’s lots to gobble up while the townspeople are tending their flocks or asleep.

The roaches have accumulated more than enough fodder to make it through the winter but are motivated to get even more. Their appetites are incredible, causing many of us to ask: How much is enough? Often they align themselves with other more powerful species/agents, even elected officials, to get what they want.

In addition to the initial infestation, residents should be sure to keep an eye out for the frightening multiplication of this specie mentality in the light of public apathy. The roaches are going to do their thing and there’s nothing we can do about it so we might as well benefit from it…Remember: If you spray, keep a clean house and keep the lights on these pests cannot proliferate. Unfortunately these cockroaches have no conscience and should be squashed at every opportunity. So wear them big old shoes!

(Editor’s note: We respect the rights of private property owners and everyone deserves to make a living here in the good ol’ grab all you can USA, but nobody has the right to create such a negative impact on our countryside.)