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Democrat councilwoman confronted with vote on Mentel Ban while stumping

12:10am Thursday, November 03, 2005

In a story about how Republicans for Columbus City Council are working largely grassroots campaigns, the Columbus Dispatch is reporting that one Democrat incumbent who hit the streets to campaign was confronted over her vote for the Columbus Assault Weapons (or Mentel) Ban... [Democrat Councilwoman Mary Jo] Hudson, her friends, her supporters, and her parents and their friends have spent the past...

Toledo Blade's Steve Pollick offers good info for NW OH hunters

12:05am Thursday, November 03, 2005

Readers of the Toledo Blade have been treated in the past few days to two informative articles about this years hunting seasons by outdoors writer Steve Pollick. From where to find a bumper crop of pheasants in northwest Ohio counties to how to make sure a bumper crop of acorns doesn't ruin your deer season, click on the "Read More..." link below to read exerpts from Pollick's stories, and for...

Pro-Gun Punditry: Wednesday's Buckeye State Roundabout

3:26pm Wednesday, November 02, 2005

There are more stories pertaining to our gun rights in Ohio then we can possibly draw attention to with individual daily commentary. But they are worthy of comment. What follows is our weekly view of headlines from around the state though a pro-gun rights lens. Click on the "Read More..." link below for seven days of headlines accompanied by short, concise pro-gun analysis. Thursday from Dayton:...

Two-time Buckeye Firearms Assoc. endorsee urges defeat of Issues 2-5

12:15am Wednesday, November 02, 2005

By Chad D. Baus On October 25, I listened in as Rep. Jim Trakas addressed attendees at the Fulton County Republican party's annual Fall picnic. In a speech that I expected to be a kickoff for his 2006 bid to become Ohio's next Secretary of State, this strong friend to gun-owners spent very little time discussing himself or his campaign. The focus of his attention? Defeating Issues 2, 3, 4 and 5...

NRA 1st VP to Speak at the Ohio Rifle & Pistol Association's Annual Meeting!

12:10am Wednesday, November 02, 2005

Please plan to attend the Ohio Rifle & Pistol Association's 2005 Annual Meeting on Saturday, November 12. Located at the Canton McKinley Rifle and Pistol Club, about 8 miles southeast of Hartville, Ohio, this venue is 10-12 miles from the Akron-Canton Airport. Committee Meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 12:00 p.m. A Membership Meeting will be held at 2:00 p.m. The Banquet at 6...

Virtual Hunting: Entertainment or Alternative Hunting Opportunity?

12:10am Tuesday, November 01, 2005

Recently, NBC4i.com published a story examining an Internet phenomenon known as "virtual hunting", and noting that Ohio Division of Wildlife Officials would like to see Ohio join the 13 states, including Michigan, that have outlawed virtual hunting. Two of Buckeye Firearms Association's resident experts on hunting have taken a look at some of the complex questions surrounding the practice of "...

State of Michigan considers Castle Doctrine, cops discount gun ban lobby

12:05am Tuesday, November 01, 2005

The Port Huron (MI) Times Herald is reporting that legislation introduced in the Michigan state House would allow residents who feel they are being threatened to use force against an intruder without facing criminal or civil prosecution. From the story: The legislation, introduced by state Reps. Tom Casperon, R-Escanaba, and Rick Jones, R-Grand Ledge, will allow a resident to use whatever force...

Dayton newspaper reports 'short list' of running mates revealed for Blackwell

12:10am Monday, October 31, 2005

The Dayton Daily News is reporting that State Rep. John White, R-Kettering, and Sen. Jim Jordan, R-Urbana, are on Secretary of State J. Kenneth Blackwell's "short list" of possible lieutenant governor running mates in next year's governor's race. Buckeye Firearms Association can report that both of the named front-runners have a strong history of supporting gun rights for individuals. Click on...