The Ohio Wildlife Council received proposals for the spring 2026 wild turkey hunting dates Aug. 20. The council also voted to approve a new waterfowl hunting zone map for the 2026-30 seasons. Would you like to provide input? Here’s how.
Author: Buckeye Firearms Association
News item: Growing number of Ohio school districts embracing armed staff
An Aug. 19 article by WBNS-10TV highlighted a rural Ohio school district in its report about a growing number of districts in the state choosing to arm teachers and staff. The story…
Tenth Circuit: New Mexico 7-day ‘cooling-off’ period violates 2A
The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals on Aug. 19 held New Mexico’s seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases unconstitutional in Ortega v. Grisham, a case brought by the National Rifle Association and Mountain States Legal Foundation, with the support of the National Shooting Sports Foundation.
Cue the clown car: Everytown wants to train gun owners
Some things are just so insanely foolish that they can’t be made up. This is one of those. Get in the clown car because this Everytown for Gun Safety’s “Train Smart” campaign is crazy.
Legal win: Civilian gun club returns to Fort Devens for first time in 5 years
The Ft Devens Rifle & Pistol Club Inc. is growing, and it’s well deserved. The small gun club took on the U.S. Army over range access and won after a lengthy legal fight.
Barrel length tyranny: Activist courts twisting law on 2A rights
The fight over short-barreled rifles isn’t just about barrel length — it’s about whether courts will follow the clear rules laid out in District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) and N.Y. State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen (2022), or will find creative ways to sidestep them.
Will NC House override Dem governor’s veto on constitutional carry?
Many Ohioans frequently visit North Carolina. One issue in the Tarheel state worth watching is how the legislature handles constitutional carry. Senate Bill 50 was passed in both chambers, but the Democratic governor vetoed it. The Senate came back and overrode the veto, but now it’s up to the House to follow suit. Are the votes there? It’s tight. Really tight.
SAF files amicus with SCOTUS in short-barreled rifle case
The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, urging the court to hear David Robinson Jr. v. United States of America, challenging restrictions on short-barreled rifles (SBRs).
Trump EO bans banks from discriminating against gun owners
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Aug. 7 banning banks from discriminating against firearms companies, removing one of the tools that previous administrations have used to curtail the rights of Americans to keep and bear arms.
Registration for 2025 Fall Youth Shoot now open
Register today for the 2025 Fall Youth Shoot, scheduled Sept. 13-14 at the Tusco Rifle Club in Dennison.