The tight-knit deaf community in Lewiston, Maine, is mourning the loss of four of their own in this week's mass shootings. Among the 18 victims killed were at least four individuals who were deaf. Joshua Seal, an American Sign Language interpreter and advocate for the deaf community, was one of the victims. Seal, who was well-liked and known for his work during the pandemic as an interpreter for Covid-19 briefings, was also an avid game player and enjoyed competing in cornhole tournaments. Cornhole has become a popular activity within the deaf community. Andrew Crovo, founder of American Deaf Cornhole, described it as a fun game that brings people together for a big reunion. The shootings have raised questions about Maine's gun laws and whether changes need to be made. The state's "yellow flag" law requires a medical professional to assess whether someone presents a foreseeable harm, which was reportedly not done in this case. Sen Susan Collins has called for a thorough review of the law in light of the tragedy. The community is now left grieving deeply for their cherished members who were taken far too soon.