“We will not be destroying this 8.5 million pound boulder – which is the size of a house. Instead, we’re going to make a new state landmark and save taxpayers money.” –Governor Jared Polis
Talk about taking lemons and making lemonade. This massive boulder that came tumbling down a Colorado hillside and finally came to rest in the middle of a highway will remain there and the highway will be rerouted around it. Governor Jared Polis is calling it the state’s newest tourist attraction and will now and forever be called Memorial Rock. Well play Gov, well played:

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....