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ARRL launches nationwide grassroots campaign to pass Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act
ARRL has launched a nationwide grassroots campaign aimed at securing the passage of federal legislation that would grant Amateur Radio Operators the same rights to install antennas on their property as those enjoyed by users of TV antennas, wireless internet, and flagpoles.
ARRL
Join ARDC’s 2026 Volunteer Team
We’re doing something good for the community and helping groups around the world.
ARDC
IP400 Project publishes roadmap
A design for Next Generation Node Hardware II describes an all-in-one transceiver unit made up of node hardware, a power amplifier, and 9dB gain antenna.
ADRCS
Real Time QSO Manager
Users can see who's available on all bands and all modes simultaneously.
QRZ
Defending Amateur Radio spectrum: The AST SpaceMobile battle continues
Partial victory in 430-440 MHz band defense.
Open Research Institute
EiffelTenna
A bespoke portable HF antenna is inexpensive and works multiple bands.
K4FMH
Hurricane Helene taught me why HOA antenna bans must end
Please take 30 seconds to help.
QRPer
How to set up your own remote station
An inexpensive way you can control your station from a web browser on your home network.
Ham Radio Hacks
The practicality of solar powered Meshtastic
It’s probable that like us you’ve toyed with the idea of running one from a solar panel.
Hackaday
FCC issues near-million dollar fine against New Jersey radio pirate
Operator has 30 days to pay up.
RadioWorld
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September 20, 2025
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Video
Installing FreeDV on Linux
A walk-through of downloading FreeDV and doing the initial setup including audio, rig control, and station identification.
Peter Marks
Meshtastic + Drone
Pushing Meshtastic to the limit, 25 mile test with Spec5 Copilot.
KM4ACK
CB radio operators jammed petrol pumps to get free fuel
By transmitting a strong RF signal near the pump, they could cause the electronic counters on both the pump and the attendant's console to slow dramatically.
Ringway Manchester