Author: Gunner Quinn

More than 200 unwanted firearms are now off the streets following a community gun safety event in Encinitas, California. Organized by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office and local law enforcement, the event resulted in the collection of 226 firearms, including handguns, rifles, and assault weapons, with participants receiving up to $200 in gift cards for their contributions. This initiative aims to reduce gun violence and promote public safety throughout the region. Notably, all collected firearms will be processed to determine if they are stolen or linked to criminal activity, with any remaining weapons set for safe destruction. The event…

Early Friday morning, a shooting at the University of New Mexico results in the death of a 14-year-old and critical injuries to another individual. The incident prompted a campus lockdown for over ten hours, while the suspect, 18-year-old John Fuentes, was later apprehended by U.S. Marshals in Los Lunas. With a rising trend in campus shootings, including 19 reported occurrences in 2025 alone, student advocates like Bo Wilson from Students Demand Action are calling for greater accountability from lawmakers. Wilson emphasizes the importance of community support and urges students affected by this traumatic event to voice their concerns to government…

Ukrainian Defense Forces have successfully eliminated Colonel Lebedev, the commander of the Russian 83rd Motorized Rifle Regiment, during ongoing military actions in the Kharkiv region. Reports indicate that Colonel Lebedev was leading assault operations in the Velykyi Burluk area, which has seen increased conflict as Russian troops attempt to expand their frontlines. This development comes amidst escalating military activity, with Ukrainian forces closely monitoring recent advances by Russian troops near Vovchansk and Mylove. The elimination of such a high-ranking commander could impact the operational capability of Russian forces in the area, making it pivotal for future strategic movements. Read full…

Tennessee state representative Justin Jones passionately argues that the safety of schoolchildren must take precedence over Second Amendment rights in the ongoing debate over gun violence. After his expulsion from the legislature earlier this year for advocating gun reforms during a protest, Jones remains undeterred, vowing to continue his fight for change. Highlighting the urgent need for action, he emphasizes that no right should come at the cost of children’s lives, making a poignant statement that the Second Amendment is “not more important than second graders.” This strong stance is part of a broader movement aimed at addressing the rising…

This article originally appeared in the July 1945 issue of The American Rifleman. To subscribe to the monthly magazine, visit NRA’s membership page.  An official USAF photo, taken by Karl Gaston, with Strategic Air Force in England. Made with a 4×5 Speed Graphic (5”-focus Ektra lens), setting F.8, at eight feet, open flash, on Kodachrome Daylight. Camera was set on a tripod, lens open, with two synchronized flash bulbs, one on camera shooting in, one at upper left. When the events of this war become masses of type on the countless pages of history, the work of the aerial gunner…

The Missouri Department of Conservation proposes increasing hunting and fishing license fees in response to rising inflation and competitive pricing from neighboring states. If approved, residents would see their firearms deer hunting permit increase from $18 to $19.50 and fishing licenses rise from $13 to $14. Significant hikes are also planned for nonresident licenses as part of the initiative. This proposed adjustment aims to bolster funding for wildlife services, property maintenance, and program enhancements. The department has opened a period for public comments until the end of the month, inviting residents to share their thoughts on these potential changes before…

Editor’s Introductory Note: This young man is prayerfully seeking a wife. He is offering an after-marriage gift of up to $50,000 to whoever introduces him to his bride with $18,000 after their marriage and another $16,000 to the individual who provided the introduction after the first two births of healthy children born to him and his wife, for a total potential gift of $50,000. For further details, see this link to his article posted on July 13th, 2025: My Quest for a Wife: I’m Willing to Move. — (Continued from Part 5. This concludes the article.) Five Hundred Dollar Prepper…

A Florida legislator is urging law enforcement agencies to suspend the use of the SIG Sauer P320 handgun due to alarming safety concerns. State Representative Danny Alvarez highlights that the firearm has been linked to over 100 incidents of unintentional discharge, resulting in at least 80 injuries since 2016. Notably, retired Tampa police officer Bob Northrop was injured when the weapon fired unexpectedly while he was adjusting his jacket, raising questions about the gun’s reliability in critical situations. While some departments, like the Tampa Police, are reviewing alternatives, others, such as Plant City Police, currently have no plans to discontinue…

On July 27 1897, a record-setting 14.75 inches (37.5 cm) of rainfall was gauged at Jewell, Maryland.  This was a state 24-hour record. — July 27th is the birthday of Captain Samuel Whittemore (born in 1694, died February 3, 1793). He was an English-born American farmer and soldier. He was eighty years of age when he became the oldest known colonial combatant in the American War of Independence. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 119 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three Day Course…

The Billings Public Schools board is reviewing a policy that would enable the appointment of a certified school marshal to carry a firearm on campus. This policy, outlined by Superintendent Dr. Erwin Garcia, aims to address safety concerns by allowing a vetted employee to possess a gun as a deterrent against potential threats, signaling a shift in how schools may respond to security challenges. While proponents argue this measure could enhance safety, community members express significant concerns. Critics, including representatives from Moms Demand Action, have voiced that increasing armed personnel lacks a solid evidence base and could lead to unforeseen…