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(Continued from Part 5.) 3.4 – Seeds From Stores Stores have seeds in the dry goods aisle, produce section, and on garden seed displays. If it is safe to do so, honestly acquire additional seeds and/or encourage local leaders to protect them for the community’s future use early in a T2E. I don’t believe that evil means can ever produce good ends. The teachings of Jesus Christ clearly don’t give me that option if I honestly want to be His disciple. A crisis is not a time to find exceptions but to find courage, creativity and faith to see who…

A chaotic crime spree in Charlotte has resulted in one death, another person in critical condition, and a kidnapping, all involving innocent victims caught in the crossfire. The series of violent events unfolded on Thursday afternoon when 28-year-old Joseph Andrade shot Justin Carlton while the latter was simply returning home from work, leading to a dramatic police pursuit after Andrade crashed a stolen vehicle and kidnapped a woman in front of her child. Witnesses recount the harrowing scenes as Andrade fired at police during the chase, which ended in a confrontation that left him dead. Authorities are still piecing together…

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60 years ago today, on October 25, 1965: Bobby Hatfield’s solo performance of “Unchained Melody” on The Andy Williams Show went down in music history as perhaps the greatest live television love song performance by a male vocalist ever recorded. The then-25-year-old Hatfield still sounds amazing today, even though the recording was made with a low-quality microphone. — This is the birthday of explorer and pilot Admiral Richard Byrd (1888–1957). His autobiography titled Alone is a must-read. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 121 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round…

Yuma Police Department has arrested a suspect for an armed robbery that occurred at the Wells Fargo on Avenue B on October 24. The incident unfolded around 12:26 p.m., when a man entered the bank, brandished a firearm without showing it, and fled with stolen cash. Authorities acted promptly and apprehended the suspect, ensuring that no injuries were reported during the robbery. This incident raises concerns about public safety in the area, prompting local residents to engage in discussions about crime prevention. The quick response by law enforcement underscores their commitment to addressing such incidents effectively. As the investigation continues,…

The Promise Center, a nonprofit in Homewood, claims it was unfairly excluded from this year’s Pittsburgh Stop The Violence grants due to political affiliations. Executive Director Nate Goodson believes his support for a rival mayoral candidate influenced the decision, despite having received a grant of $15,000 the previous year to aid local youth services. City officials assert that the selection process was merit-based, yet concerns have been raised about the scoring system used to evaluate applicants. Councilman Bobby Wilson notes that critical tax dollars are being rushed through the system, leaving some high-scoring organizations behind. As Goodson continues to advocate…

With less than two weeks until the election, Democratic mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani’s campaign actively lobbies New York City Council members to support his proposal for a new agency tasked with handling mental health calls and other responsibilities currently managed by the NYPD. During a virtual briefing led by campaign manager Elle Bisgaard-Church, progressive Council members and other stakeholders discussed the creation of the Department of Community Safety, which could feature a $1 billion annual budget to combat gun violence, homelessness, and mental health issues. The campaign’s early engagement with Council allies is significant, as it reflects Mamdani’s strong polling…

Federal data reveals that Wisconsin gun dealers have repeatedly violated regulations, with 93 incidents of lost or stolen firearms reported between 2017 and 2023. This alarming trend highlights a significant public safety risk, as the average incident involved over seven missing guns, culminating in a total of 694 firearms unaccounted for. Notably, the lack of accountability for these violations raises concerns, as only one dealer lost their federal license despite multiple infractions. Opposing this trend, the Milwaukee Common Council recently suspended a store license following an unsecured weapon theft, emphasizing the importance of holding businesses accountable for maintaining public safety.…

Gun safety advocates express alarm over a significant rise in untraceable 3D-printed firearms, with police recovering over 300 such weapons in 2024—up from just 30 in 2020. This alarming trend is drawing parallels to the earlier boom of ghost guns, which are assembled from DIY kits and have largely eluded federal regulation. During a summit in New York City, the advocacy group Everytown for Gun Safety aims to address this emerging crisis by collaborating with policymakers, academics, and law enforcement to explore new legislative measures. As technology makes 3D printers more accessible and blueprints spread online, concerns mount about the…