Author: Elizabeth W4EHC
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2025 VE Testing Schedule
Last fall, we discussed the possibility of adding some Saturday tests to the calendar. I am proposing we do 1 Saturday each quarter. Looking at the calendar, the 2nd month of each quarter appears to be optimal except for August Berryville Hamfest weekend when there will be VE testing on the day of the Hamfest (Sunday,…
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April’s a Big Month for Ham Radio
From the March 27, 2025 “The ARRL Letter:” We’re only days away from April and ARRL’s month-long Ham Radio Open House (HROH). Radio clubs, schools, and other groups that operate a shared ham radio station are urged to join the nationwide event to raise the visibility of amateur radio and related technology. April is also Science…
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Fram2 Ham
An amateur radio competition for the Fram2 space mission Thanks to SVARC club member Conner Auer KF8BME for alerting us to this really cool project: Fram2 Ham. Conner has offered to help with IT for anyone who needs it. a What is Fram2 Ham? Straight from their website: The Fram2 mission is set to become…
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Upcoming Hamfests Late Winter/Early Spring 2025
From the February 2025 ARRL Roanoke Division newsletter: Highlighted: State Convention with ARRL Forums And Added Prizes FEBRUARY 22 – Glenville, WV Talk-In: 145.29 (PL 91.5) MARCH 1 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Area Hamfest MARCH 7&8 – Concord, NC – Charlotte Hamfest MARCH 9 – Vienna, VA – Winterfest APRIL 5 – Raleigh, NC…
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Upcoming State QSO Parties
From February 2025 ARRL Roanoke Division Newsletter: All four states in the Roanoke Division will be holding their annual state QSO parties. Please join them and get on the air to let operators everywhere get a chance to work not only your state, but also your county or independent city. FEBRUARY 22 – South Carolina…
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ARRL Roanoke Division News
February 2025 NEWSLETTER February, 2025 ROANOKE DIVISION SERVICE AWARD NOMINATIONS – Since 1968, the Roanoke Division has selected one person each year who exemplifies the spirit of excellence and selflessness in making Amateur Radio better for all. In that time, 56 fellow operators have been deemed extraordinary, and now the time has come to select…