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Local gun stores try to meet demand as gun and ammunition sales spike

Price says it all started last March when the pandemic first hit.
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FARGO, N.D.- Local gun stores are seeing a spike in gun and ammunition purchases. Michael Price from Bill’s Gun Shop and Range in Fargo says it’s been a while since they’ve been able to take a break. “Oh, we’ve definitely been busy,” Price said. He says meeting demand has been quite a task. “It’s been a little bit of a…
Minnesota News

Minnesota DNR Rejects Ban on Lead Ammunition, Tackle

Environmental groups argued that lead poses a threat to wildlife and human health.
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ST. PAUL, Minn.–Minnesota wildlife officials have rejected a request from environmental groups to ban the use of lead in rifle bullets, birdshot and fishing tackle. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources denied the petition Monday. DNR officials say restrictions on the use of lead ammunition and tackle should instead be considered by Minnesota lawmakers. Environmental groups argued that lead fishing…