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    Visiting for a few days from Virginia

    Hey folks, I'll be coming down from Virginia to Avon for a few days to enjoy some vacation days (finally!). I have a Virginia CHP which according to my research is recognized along with all other state permits by NC. I'll be carrying, although probably concealed for the most part compared to my...
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    Suspected Burglar Killed By Homeowner in Roanoke

    http://www.wset.com/story/15093629/suspected-burglar-shot-killed-by-homeowner?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter It looks like this is a pretty clear cut case for once.
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    Man shot after garage break-in 911 call, home owner arrested

    http://www.wset.com/story/14942315/man-found-shot-killed-on-pittsylvania-co-road "51-year-old Samuel Smith has been charged with first degree murder in the death of 40-year-old Anthony Cobbs." There are very few details available right now, but I think I'll be following this story closely.
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    I'm closing my Wachovia account this month - no more "gun free zones" for me

    I'm closing my Wachovia account this month - no more "gun free zones" for me I've been increasingly unhappy with Wachovia in the last year (where I've had an account since 2006). Last fall I noticed a "No guns" sign on the door of the branch in Forest and I have since found out that this is...
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    Man scares away burglar with his gun

    imported post http://www.wset.com/news/stories/0610/742765.html I've just recently started carrying my 1911 in its holster around the house, figuring it would be better to have it close rather than in the safe. It looks like this man had the same idea, and it may have saved his life. This is...
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    Considering first OC for a road trip at night

    imported post Hi folks! If this is in the wrong section, please feel free to move it. I've been lurking around here reading everything I can about OC and CC since I bought my first handgun last month (a Rock Island 1911 Tactical). It seems like this is a great community, and I feel like I'm...
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