July Net Summary
The July Net summary is now posted on the About Us page. Harry/K4KPT, had perfect attendance. Way to go Harry! As a reminder, the password for the “Announcements” page is: XXXXXXXX (send me an email via the website) Don’t miss the “Lookng For Checkins” image/video on our Welcome page. The lovely young lady in the […]
First US Stamps, Quiz 7-26-25
On July 26th, 1775, the U.S. Postal System was established by the Second Continental Congress; Benjamin Franklin appointed first Postmaster General. The Quiz – How much did the first US stamps cost and what two individuals were on those first stamps? The Answer – The US Postal System initially sold two stamps; one stamp cost […]
Medal of Honor Quiz 7-12-25
In 1862 – U.S. Congress authorized the Medal of Honor To date, there have been 3,526 Medals of Honor awarded (Army, Navy, & Air Force) Question: How many recipients have received the medal more than once? Answer: There have been a total 19 individuals that received the Medal of Honor twice Quiz Winners: n2obe k3wgs […]
Scouts on the Air Event – Monday, July 14
Hello Everyone – The Schaumburg Amateur Radio Club is doing another Scouts on the air event on Monday, July 14th at 6:45p – 7:30p Central time. This event introduces the Scouts to Amateur Radio and gives them a chance to talk on the air. We could use your help by being on the air and […]
June Net Summary
The June Net summary is now posted on the About Us page. Don’t miss the “Star Spangled Family” on the Welcome page, and “The Pyrotechnician” on the Contact page. You can see all of Tony Rockwell’s favorites, on the AI Gallery page. Enjoy, -Ron
Jerry/K3GWS-June 20 Update
I had a nice phone conversation with Jerry yesterday. His heart cath led him to them replacing two stents that had blockage. So the heart attack last Sunday may have been a relatively positive thing. He sounded great. And though still in the hospital, maintained his delightful personality and sense of humor. /Ed
Net coverage and needs coming up
This is what I have as of now for coverage on the net coming up: -Friday June 20, Ed covering for part of logging for Gary; -Sundays: Tim covering for Chester’s spots until he returns from Canada, probably three weeks; -Thursday, June 26, Bruce/W4HI covering NCS for Jim WU5E. -We need someone to cover Wednesday […]
Admiral Jerry/K3WGS – update
I talked to Jerry this afternoon. If you remember I advised all Monday that he was in the hospital based on a short text I received. I have been trying to reach him. As it turns out he had a heart attack Sunday while watering the garden. He is in the hospital and is now […]
Father’s Day at K8EA
Doesn’t get much better than this. Father’s Day with my grandbabies. 🙂
Ron’s Cake!
Great creation there Ron. Happy birthday US Army.