{"id":749,"date":"2014-10-18T12:41:24","date_gmt":"2014-10-18T12:41:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grnc.org\/wp\/index.php\/2014\/10\/18\/grnc-alert-10-17-14-free-police-escorts-to-be-provided-at-state-fair\/"},"modified":"2014-10-18T12:41:24","modified_gmt":"2014-10-18T12:41:24","slug":"grnc-alert-10-17-14-free-police-escorts-to-be-provided-at-state-fair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grnc.org\/wp\/2014\/10\/grnc-alert-10-17-14-free-police-escorts-to-be-provided-at-state-fair\/","title":{"rendered":"GRNC Alert 10-17-14: Free Police Escorts to be Provided at State Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
 
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STEP RIGHT UP! GET YOUR ARMED ESCORTS HERE!<\/strong><\/span>
 
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Three weeks ago, Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler vowed to flout state law and disarm law-abiding citizens at the State Fair. Since then, activist Judge Donald Stephens upheld the commissioner\u2019s decision to ignore the law. <\/span><\/p>\n


Unfortunately, Troxler and Stephens have teamed up to put NC families at risk by creating a criminal-friendly gun-free zone at the State Fairgrounds. The good news is that the Agriculture Commission\u2019s Chief of Police, Joel Keith, has kindly offered a solution to fair goers who would like to insure their family\u2019s safety as they exit the fair. Chief Keith has stated that, upon request, uniformed police officers will escort fairgoers back to their vehicles. <\/p>\n

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Click here<\/a><\/strong> to see the video of the Chief extending this offer.  (OR: http:\/\/www.wral.com\/news\/video\/14084038\/<\/a>). <\/span>The pertinent portion is around the 37:40 <\/strong>mark.<\/span> It may be difficult to hear, so below is the text of the question asked by Sean Sorrentino, of NC Gun Blog<\/em><\/a>. The question was addressed to Troxler, but was ultimately answered by Chief Keith: <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/td>\nMr. Troxler, by actively fighting licensed concealed carry at the State Fair, and by loudly declaring to everyone that no one may carry so much as a can of pepper spray into the fair, haven\u2019t you basically announced to every criminal in North Carolina that if they want easy targets all they need to do is lurk in the parking lots and wait for the people to come to them? . . . <\/p>\n

And [Chief Keith], if a person feels unsafe, and wishes to have an escort, will you send an escort with them, anybody who asks?<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n

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GRNC strongly recommends that fair goers accept the Chief\u2019s offer to protect and serve the law-abiding citizenry. See the \u201cImmediate Action\u201d section below.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED!<\/strong><\/span>
 
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Upon exiting the State Fair, find the closest uniformed police officer, and request an escort back to your vehicle. If necessary, let the officer know that Department of Agriculture Chief of Police Joel Keith specifically promised that officers would be available for escorts in order to protect fairgoers in the parking lot, a \u201cgun-free zone.\u201d <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n


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You can also inform the officer that you wouldn\u2019t be troubling him or her, but your ability to protect your own family was denied by Commissioner Troxler when he instituted a gun ban at the fair. <\/p>\n

It is strongly recommended<\/strong> that all individuals and families attending the fair take Chief Keith up on his offer for armed escorts. Generally speaking, it is the fair\u2019s parking lot that is most likely to be unsafe, and particularly after dark. Thanks to Chief Keith, the dangers of a gun-free zone can be mitigated by requesting a police escort. <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Lies Told by Moms Demanding Action<\/strong><\/span>
 
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Click here<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/a> to learn the full details of the deceptions spread by the so-called Moms Demanding Action (or rather Moms Demanding Gun Bans).<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Additional Skills Needed for the GRNC Alert Team<\/strong><\/span>
 
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A person is needed to expand the GRNC alert team.  Good writing skills is a must along with the ability to coordinate with personnel at various levels.  Knowledge of HTML and ability to manipulate HTML style emails on the code level.  Strong understanding of desktop publishing concepts and Microsoft Office tools.  Person should be able to translate legal, political, technical and firearms jargon into layman’s terms and make the public care about the issue.  Familiarity of a mass emailing system like Constant Contact is a nice to have.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

If interested, please contact GRNC via the following e-mail address: <\/span><\/span>alert@grnc.org
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GRNC Sponsors<\/strong><\/span>
 
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Support these PRO RKBA merchants who, as GRNC sponsors, are supporting your Second Amendment rights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nCorporate Benefactors<\/strong><\/span>
 
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The Range at Ballantyne<\/strong><\/a>, 704-896-3155, 10913 Bailey Road, Cornelius, NC, www.therangeatballantyne.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The Range at Lake Norman<\/strong><\/a>, 704-896-3155, www.therangeatlakenorman.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Hyatt Gun Shop<\/strong><\/a>, 3332 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208, 704-394-0387, www.hyattguns.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Dixie Deer Classic<\/strong><\/a>, www.dixiedeerclassic.org<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Tigerswan Range Complex (TRC)<\/strong><\/a>, World class outdoor shooting range that meets & exceeds the new Cumberland County range requirements. Built by former members of the elite “DELTA FORCE”. 2850 Tigerswan Drive, Autryville, NC 28318. 910-208-4117 – tigerswan.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Carolina Shooters Club<\/strong><\/a>, The largest\/ most active Online firearms community in the Carolinas. Come join the discussions with our firearms enthusiasts and trainers. We have dedicated sections for the ladies, training topics, political and 2A-related issues. www.carolinashootersclub.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

37 Public Shooting Range & Gun Club<\/strong><\/a>, 1333 Loop Road, Bunnlevel, NC 28323, 910-893-9887, www.range37.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Point Blank Range<\/strong><\/a>, 743 River Highway, Mooresville, NC 28117, 704-230-0262, www.PointBlankRange.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

C & E Gun Shows<\/strong><\/a>, 4225 Fortress Drive, Blacksburg, VA 24060; Phone 540-953-0016 or 888-715-0606; www.cegunshows.com\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Dixie Gun and Knife Shows<\/strong><\/a>, PO Box 21049, Raleigh, NC 27619, ph: 919-781-1287, www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

2A Friendly<\/strong><\/a>, 2AFriendly.com<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

NCGunOwners.com<\/strong><\/a>, North Carolina’s friendliest firearm smartphone app and web forum, working to promote gun ownership in NC www.NCGunOwners.com<\/a>
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Handgunners, Inc.<\/strong><\/a>, 4325 NC Hwy 49 South, Burlington, NC 27215, (336) 570-1015 www.handgunners.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Sterling Pistols<\/strong><\/a>, custom pistols, FFL transfers, general repairs, Glock enhancements, 704-840-7625<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nCorporate Patrons<\/strong><\/span>
 
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Reedy Creek Realty<\/strong><\/a>, 118 Medfield Road, Raleigh, NC 27607, 1-877-428-SOLD(7653), http:\/\/www.ReedyCreekRealty.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Take Aim Training<\/strong>, Outdoor Rifle, Handgun, Shotgun, and Archery Range located in the heart of the Carolinas. We offer Concealed carry, hunter education, and many other courses. NC & SC firearms sales and transfers. Listen to the Take Aim Training Show or online www.wixe1190.com Thursdays 4-5PM. – www.takeaimtraining.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

MK Shows<\/strong>, Mike Kent, PO Box 685, Monroe, GA 30655, Mike@MKShows.com, Phone: 770-630-7296, MKShows.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Morris Firearms at Sportsman’s Lodge<\/strong>, Great handgun prices. New and used guns. Stocking dealer for Glock, Smith & Wesson, SIG Sauer, Springfield Armory, Bond Arms, Ruger, Dan Wesson and more. Buy, sell & trade. Phone: 336-961-6800 Fax: 336-961-6801. www.gftc.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The Blue Book Man<\/strong>, www.thebluebookman.com<\/a> and www.thefirearmsguide.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Down South Ammo<\/strong>, Home of “SOUTHERN THUNDER” Exploding Targets, downsouthammo.com\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Holsters & Stuff<\/strong>, 4048 Sherwood Forest Drive, Trinity, NC 27370, (336) 313-6167 www.holstersandstuff.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

DoubleD Media<\/strong>, 8300 Raintree Lane, Charlotte, NC 28277, ph: 704-650-5555, fx: 704-544-0326 donna@doubledme.com<\/span><\/p>\n

Gunner’s Alley, LLC<\/strong>, 203 N. Harrison Ave., Ste. 130, Cary, NC 27513, www.gunnersalley.com<\/a>, 919-388-1991, contact: Ed Guerriero, ed@gunnersalley.com<\/span><\/p>\n


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\nCorporate Sponsors<\/strong><\/span>
 
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TacticalGearOps<\/strong>, tacticalgearops.com<\/a> – sales@tacticalgearops.com – (888) 285-2649<\/span><\/p>\n

The Aisle Pawn Shop<\/strong>, 216 N. Main St., Mooresville, NC 28115, 704-663-5656<\/span><\/p>\n

Duncan Gun & Pawn<\/strong>, 414 Second St., North Wilkesboro, NC 28659, 336-667-6303, www.duncangun.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Shooter’s Express<\/strong>, 2 Caldwell Dr., Belmont, NC 28012, 800-358-GUNS, www.shootersexpress.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Vanguard Security Consulting<\/strong>, LLC, 19135 W. Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031<\/span><\/p>\n

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Grass Roots North Carolina is a 501(c)(4) organization as recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Contributions to GRNC are not tax deductible. “Contributions to civic leagues or other section 501(c)(4) organizations generally are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. They may be deductible as trade or business expenses, if ordinary and necessary in the conduct of the taxpayer\u2019s business.” IRS – Donations to Section 501(c)(4) Organizations. Please consult the IRS website, www.irs.gov, or your tax or legal advisor for specific information.<\/p>\n

Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 9919-807-2214. The license is not an endorsement by the State. <\/strong><\/span>
 
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