Author: Gunner Quinn
On the one-year anniversary of his death, family and friends gather to honor Diondre Overton, a former Clemson University football player who was tragically killed in a shooting in Greensboro. The event, held at Northeast Park in Gibsonville, serves not only as a celebration of Overton’s life but also as a poignant reminder of the impact of gun violence on communities. During the memorial, loved ones launched the Diondre Overton Foundation, aimed at empowering youth and combating gun violence. This initiative underscores their commitment to ensuring Overton’s legacy lives on through positive community action and support for those affected by…
This excerpt comes from the NRA Firearms Sourcebook, written by American Rifleman staff, which is a go-to resource for anything firearm-related. To purchase your own copy, visit your NRA’s Store here. Terminal ballistics is the study of projectiles as they strike and penetrate the target. This includes changes to the bullet itself and its effect on the target. Terminal ballistics are of interest to: hunters, to match the terminal ballistic performance of projectiles to their game law enforcement agencies seeking incapacitation without overpenetration military forces seeking incapacitation while conforming to international law civilian gun owners seeking suitable loads for self-defense…
Three young men are shot in a series of incidents across Brooklyn and the Bronx early Saturday morning, prompting an active police investigation. The violence begins around midnight in Bedford-Stuyvesant, where a 19-year-old is shot in the leg at the Brevort Houses; he is transported to Kings County Hospital in stable condition. Following this, a 29-year-old man is shot at Tompkins Houses a few hours later, and a third shooting occurs in the Bronx involving a 22-year-old victim near the Justice Sonia Sotomayor Community Center. All three individuals are reported to be stable, but no arrests have been made, and…
In a clever twist of battlefield strategy, the Ukrainian army utilizes thousands of decoys, ranging from inflatable tanks to plywood artillery, to mislead Russian forces. Volunteers have crafted around 160 M777 howitzer replicas that can be assembled in just three minutes, allowing Ukrainian troops to draw enemy fire away from real artillery, potentially saving vital military resources. These decoys not only serve to confuse and waste enemy ammunition but also demonstrate the creative tactics being employed in modern warfare. For instance, the Ukrainian military claims that about half of the drones involved in Russian air attacks are cheap imitations, designed…
At its essence, a prepper lifestyle is geared toward avoiding trauma and drama. This explains why most preppers are: Well-trained, well-armed, well-stocked, morally upright and altruistic, geographically well-situated in inland rural areas, well-informed/situationally aware, and, self-sufficient. This contrasts us from society’s normal sheeple, who are generally the inverse, to wit: Poorly-trained, unarmed or very poorly armed minimally stocked, morally ambiguous and opportunistic, choose to live in vulnerable regions (i.e. high-population coastal cities) generally oblivious and under-informed, and, system-dependent. Media and Politics One of the great ironies of 21st-century society is that the mass media is fixated on trauma and drama,…
A 19-year-old employee, Jaidan Dozier, is arrested at Ordinary Joe’s Bar in Oakville after allegedly pointing a gun at a coworker during a disturbance. Witnesses report that the confrontation escalated when Dozier exited the bar, only to return with a firearm, leading to a chaotic scene that prompted police intervention. Upon arrival, officers noted that Dozier fled the area but was quickly apprehended with the assistance of K9 units. Authorities discovered he was armed with a ghost gun featuring a high-capacity magazine, which adds a serious layer to the charges filed against him, including threatening and reckless endangerment. Dozier is…
On September 7, 70, the Roman army under General Titus occupied and plundered Jerusalem. — On September 7, 1876, the Younger Brothers outlaws, who were often allied with Jesse James, were captured following an unsuccessful bank robbery in Northfield, Minnesota. There, armed townsmen bested the robbers in a protracted gun battle. — Today is the birthday of novelist Taylor Caldwell. (Born 1900 – August 30, 1985). — And September 7th is also the birthday of Richard Cole, born in 1915. He passed away on April 8, 2019, at age 103. Cole was the last living Doolittle Raider. He was General…
Hopewell Police swiftly apprehend Johnnie Terrell McGhee, 42, less than 24 hours after the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Travis Lamont Coleman on September 5. McGhee faces serious charges, including second-degree murder and the use of a firearm in a felony, following the incident in the Arlington Road-Raleigh Street area. Police Chief Greg Taylor highlights the critical role of community support and the tireless efforts of law enforcement in achieving this rapid arrest. As Hopewell grapples with its sixth murder of the year, the investigation continues, raising questions about the motive behind the shooting and the safety of the community. Read…
Paterson police are bracing for possible gang violence on September 7 during the city’s annual Dominican parade, with concerns about a planned gun battle between rival factions of the Trinitarios street gang. An internal police alert details how gang members may hide firearms in backpacks and vehicles, escalating tensions ahead of the festivities. Officials have deployed over 150 local officers, supplemented by law enforcement from New Jersey State Police and neighboring jurisdictions, in response to intelligence suggesting a confrontation with the “BB7 Trinis” from New York. This potential violence comes on the heels of a recent fatal shooting alleged to…
The dove hunting season in Arkansas kicks off on September 6, 2025, with 19 wildlife management areas (WMAs) prepared to welcome eager hunters. The season offers more than 600 acres of public access designated for dove hunting, providing a variety of landscapes, including sunflowers and top-sown wheat fields to attract birds. Hunters who applied for permits during August will gain exclusive access to certain areas on the opening weekend, enhancing the excitement of the hunt. Wildlife management officials note the importance of habitat diversity, as fields planted in wheat not only draw doves but also sustain local deer populations as…