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[email protected] Mike Bates, owner of Jimâs Gun Shop in Beverly, explains ammunition stocking concerns this year after delays in production related to coronavirus and an increase in demand saw many suppliers with reduced access to inventory. (Photo by Janelle Patterson) Southeast Ohio is no stranger to Second Amendment enthusiasm and education. “We’re southeast Ohio trained,” said Washington County Sheriff Larry Mincks Monday. “Many have been handling firearms since they were around 8 years old… males and females are taught in the home and how you should and shouldn’t utilize (weaponry).” But a law that takes effect today can reopen the conversation concerning safe and responsible gun ownership, according to both officers of the law and those whose business is in selling the wares. ....