Author: Gunner Quinn
True story: My first conversation regarding the new PR57 occurred in the form of a guessing game initiated by a colleague approximately six months prior to its public launch. He described the upcoming pistol in as much detail as he knew at the time; my task was to try to divine its maker. The longer his description went on, the more unorthodox the firearm in question was revealed to be, the more my personal interest in it grew and the more convinced I became that the curious gun in question was a KelTec. Got it in one! And the simple…
This week, Cal covers a fishing controversy in Maryland, criminal duck hunters, Neanderthal art projects, and getting hit on at the grocery store. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Week in Review Merch Read the full article here
The following recipe for Grandma’s Cinnamon French Toast is from SurvivalBlog reader Ellen H. She says: “For some variety, you can substitute the cinnamon with allspice, or nutmeg, or cardamom, or some pumpkin pie spice.” Ingredients An unsliced loaf of bread. I use white bread or brioche, and slice it about 1″ thick. Pre-sliced sandwich bread is too thin for proper French Toast! 5 large eggs. Heavy cream. (Whole milk will also suffice, but cream is best.) Cinnamon, to taste. Sugar, to taste. Vanilla, to taste. Maple syrup, for topping. Directions Slice the bread. Slice into 3/4- to 1-inch slices.…
Most commonly when folks hear the word “bison” they think of the American West. It is rarely, if ever, recognized that there was once a population of bison in the East. In this episode of Understand The Wild we will take a deep dive into the history of bison East of the Mississippi River. We will learn about them as species, we will gain an understanding of their deep impacts on the country’s landscape, and ultimately, we will find out what led to their demise. Read the full article here
Testing for lead, free chlorine, total alkalinity, MPS, iron, nitrite, pH, bromine, fluoride, total chlorine, hardness, cyanuric acid, copper, nitrate, QUAT/QAC, carbonate and coliform/e. Coli bacteria, the Liberty Gold Standard Complete Water Test Kit gives a pretty good overview of the quality of a water source using a simple testing process. Costing $27.99 at the time of this writing at the Liberty Gold Standard website, the kit contains 140 test strips and three bacteria culture kits. For a quick, easy, and inexpensive preliminary assessment of a drinking water source, the kit seems to provide a good solution. (Note: I am…
On June 9, 1732, a royal charter for Georgia was granted to British military officer and philanthropist James Oglethorpe. — Today is the birthday of Jean Alexandre Francois LeMat (1824–1883). He is best known for the percussion cap revolver that bears his name. This clever revolver design has a cylinder that rotates around a 20-gauge shotgun barrel. — On June 9, 1940 Norway surrendered to the invading German army, during World War II. The citizenry was then quickly disarmed by the Nazis, so resistance was limited. (The invaders had access to the Norwegian police gun registration lists.) To limit reprisals…
In a significant community initiative, the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office, led by Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey, collaborates with the Trenton Thunder to combat gun violence during National Gun Violence Awareness Month. This partnership was highlighted at a recent Trenton Thunder game, where local leaders, including Trenton Mayor W. Reed Gusciora, came together to promote awareness and prevention strategies. The joint effort serves to educate the community on the impacts of gun violence and encourages dialogue about safety and prevention. With gun violence affecting numerous lives nationwide, the engagement of local government and sports teams seeks to harness the power of…
Worcester Police report that as of June 6, 2025, the city has experienced no homicides this year, a significant shift from last year’s tally of 16, the highest recorded since 1986. Chief Paul Saucier attributes this decline to various community outreach programs, including initiatives within Worcester Public Schools aimed at educating students about gang involvement and the risks of drug use. While the statistics for homicides have drastically improved, Worcester has seen seven nonfatal shootings and 27 nonfatal stabbings in 2025, underscoring the ongoing challenge of gun violence. The police department is taking a proactive approach, implementing a Crime Gun…
Phoenix police apprehend an armed robbery suspect who attempted to pull a gun while being chased in a dramatic incident on Saturday afternoon. Officers responded to a report of a purse theft at a hotel, quickly tracking down a man in his 20s with the stolen item near a gas station, where he engaged in a foot chase upon spotting the police. As the suspect reached for a handgun tucked in his waistband, a police officer intervened by striking him with a patrol vehicle, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries. Following his recovery at a nearby hospital, the man will face multiple…
A vibrant wave of orange filled Main Line Brewery in Richmond as survivors, advocates, and community members convene for the annual “Wear Orange” rally, aimed at honoring gun violence victims and urging legislative change. Hosted by Richmond Moms Demand Action, the event features emotional testimonials from those like Laverne McMullen, who lost her son to gun violence three years ago, highlighting the personal stakes behind this national issue. Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards and Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan also address the assembled crowd, stressing the urgent need for societal transformation to prevent further tragedies. With gun violence now the leading cause…