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Friday, May 03, 2013  The powerful gun rights lobby gathers in Houston this weekend for its annual convention and organizers anticipate a rollicking, Texas-sized party.

Monday, April 29, 2013  Proponents of background checks for gun sales are exploring ballot options

Friday, April 12, 2013  Gun bill clears first Senate hurdle, debate on background checks starts Tuesday

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  President Obama's gun control proposals have run into resistance on Capitol Hill, leaving their fate in doubt.

Monday, April 08, 2013  In a country where at least a third of households have firearms, it's hard to impose stricter arms rules without support from gun owners.

Tuesday, April 02, 2013  Connecticut lawmakers tout bipartisanship, unveil response to Newtown shooting; vote planned Wednesday

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Senate panel ready to OK Dems' bill on gun background checks, fate in full Senate less sure

Friday, March 08, 2013  Adair County Sherriff’s Office numbers go up significantly.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Supporters say the measure would protect gun rights for Missourians.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  Missouri Rep. Mike Leara said that he introduced legislation as a matter of principle in defense of gun rights.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  Skeptical Congress may deliver Obama few victories on State of the Union priorities

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Gun victims' families, others take opposing sides at latest Senate hearing on firearms curbs

Friday, February 01, 2013  An ammo shortage across the United States is now hitting the Heartland.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Some came to the hearing to defend their Second Amendment rights, but the vast majority appeared to support stricter gun control.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords spoke haltingly, a result of the wounds suffered when she was shot in the head in an attempted assassination two years ago that left six others dead.