Certain observers would say that I have an unhealthy obsession with punctuality. The fact that those observers are my children does not necessarily mean that they are correct. Children have been known to misunderstand their parents. They may even rebel against their upbringing by arriving at events exactly on time rather than 30 minutes early. Thus, the world spirals into decay. In any case, accurate time keeping is as a balm to my soul. If civilization collapses and chaos ensues, I want to know exactly what time it is when everything goes down. In June of 2023, SurvivalBlog published my…

A man is in serious condition following a shooting incident Wednesday evening in Chesapeake, Virginia, prompting police to launch an investigation for a suspect. Officers responded to a report of an adult man suffering from a gunshot wound in a vehicle at a shopping plaza located on Western Branch Boulevard. Upon further investigation, authorities discovered that the shooting occurred at close range in a nearby residential area on Stafford Drive. As of Wednesday evening, the victim remains hospitalized, and details surrounding the suspect are scarce. Police urge anyone with information to contact the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Read full story…

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On this day in 1618, the “Rodi” avalanche destroyed the town of Plurs, Switzerland (now Piuro, Italy, pictured) at the base of Monte Conto, killing 1,500 residents. — September 4, 1862 is the fateful day that General Lee invaded the North with 50,000 troops. — Today’s feature piece is a product review that was authored by SurvivalBlog staffer Tom Christianson. — We are in great need of entries for Round 120 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. More than $960,000 worth of prizes have been awarded since we started running this contest.  Round 120 ends on September 30th, so get…

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has established new regulations for the 2025 spruce grouse hunting season, notably reducing daily and possession limits for the first time since the late 1970s. Starting September 13, hunters may now harvest a maximum of two spruce grouse per day, with a possession limit set at four, while still maintaining a total limit of five grouse overall. This change is attributed to several factors, including notable shifts in spruce grouse populations, habitat usage, and increased access due to ATVs and UTVs. Adult spruce grouse populations are significantly smaller compared to ruffed grouse, and…

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Firearm injuries have become the leading cause of death for children and teenagers in the United States, prompting urgent discussions about preventive strategies. This Thursday, an insightful segment featuring a pediatrician and researcher will explore potential solutions to tackle this growing crisis. As stories of gun violence continue to make headlines, the upcoming discussion highlights the need for innovative and effective approaches to safeguard young lives. With a focus on actionable insights, the pediatrician aims to shed light on this critical issue affecting families across the nation. Read full story at www.mprnews.org Read the full article here

Vice President JD Vance’s visit to Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis to honor the victims of a recent mass shooting, which took two children’s lives and injured 21 others, faced significant protests. Outside the church, demonstrators chanted phrases like “do better” and “you’re a coward,” emphasizing growing frustrations regarding gun violence and political inaction on the issue. Inside the church, Vance met with grieving families and expressed the importance of focusing on the lives lost rather than the assailant, who was identified as Robin Westman. As he promised to advocate for policies addressing root causes of such tragedies, attendees outside…

A reported sighting of an armed individual on UMass Lowell’s South Campus led to a campus-wide shelter-in-place order on the first day of the fall semester. The lockdown, issued shortly after 2:30 p.m., was lifted by 5:15 p.m. as police confirmed the suspect was no longer believed to be in the area following a comprehensive search involving nearly 100 officers, drones, and K-9 units. Despite the warning of a potential gunman, authorities stated there was no evidence of shots fired during the incident. In response to the threat, UMass Lowell implemented emergency alerts throughout the situation, and although classes will…