Editor's note: This content was published by the City of Mercer Island. Your City's "hams" will join with thousands of amateur radio operators who will be showing off their emergency capabilities this ...

For many participants in the world of amateur radio, the initial draw can be something like the ability to talk to people from around the world. “It starts as a hobby. You want to talk to somebody ...

ROSEBURG, Ore. — George Roth built his first shortwave radio when he was in sixth grade. “In grade school, being able to hear radio stations from far away places was very interesting to me,” Roth said ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. The Santa Barbara Amateur Radio Club invites people of all ages to participate in the nationwide 2024 Amateur Radio Field Day ...

MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio (WSAZ) - With winter weather slamming much of the region, emergency officials are activating a different kind of backup — one that doesn’t rely on cell towers or Wi-Fi. It’s called ...

Every year, thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts travel to Greene County for one of the world’s largest gatherings of its kind.

NACOGDOCHES — Nacogdoches and Angelina County ham radio operators participated in the national annual Field Day event on Saturday and Sunday, testing the region's emergency readiness and showcasing ...

OXFORD — The Calhoun County Amateur Radio Association will join thousands of amateur radio operators across North America on June 28-29 for the American Radio Relay League’s annual Field Day. The ...

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- It's been one week into the war in Iran. Cyber threats from the war were a concern as a possible retaliatory response. Destin Fire rolls out new rescue boat to speed up water ...

When hurricanes or other natural disasters strike, getting information to the public is not always easy. That is where state emergency workers and ham radio operators become invaluable. They are often ...