Dana RIP
I am cleaning up files/folders on my PC and came across this one of Dana/WJ4Z, Jimbo/KD4BO and me from 2015.
FCC
Brian Wilkins via Members Unsubscribe Mon, Sep 29, 10:07 PM (14 hours ago) to PCARs Federal Communications Commission Washington, D.C. 20554 In the Matter of Mike F. Conte Licensee of Amateur Station KA2FPZ Naples, Florida File No.: EB-FIELDNER-25-00038215 FRN: 0017256157 NOTICE OF VIOLATION Released: September 29, 2025 By the Regional Director, Region One, Enforcement Bureau: 1. […]
Longest Strike In Sports, Quiz 9-20-25
On this day, September 20th, 1982, the National Football League players began a 57-day strike, the first major work stoppage in NFL history. The Quiz What was the longest strike in professional sports The Answer The longest strike (work stoppage) in major professional sports history belongs to Major League Baseball (MLB). MLB Players’ Strike (1994–1995) […]
New Silent Key Page
Hello all, I’m pleased to announce that we’ve added a new page to the website: “Silent Keys.” This page is dedicated to honoring those hams who are gone but not forgotten, and who helped make the TC Net the great net it is today. Page Overview: The main table lists Silent Keys (SKs) with their […]
Dana/WJ4Z Silent Key
I just got a call from Jim/KD4BO. He received a call from Darlene, Dana’s wife that Dana/WJ4Z passed away yesterday. Dana was a long time Treasure Coaster, a lawyer, and a prolific writer of fiction. He loved hamfests where I had many occasions to meet up with him. A truly cool witty guy who seemed […]
Bob N1GE/hospital
Bob did a quick checkout on the net this morning, Tuesday. Harry weighed in to clarify that Bob said he was on the way to the hospital and I heard it might be a return of his blood poisoning issue. So I am asking that everyone keep Bob in your prayers. He has had a […]
Columbus Voyage, Quiz 9-6-25
On this day, September 6th, 1942, Columbus departs La Gomera (Canary Islands) on his New World voyage, with his ships, the Niña, Pinta, and Santa Maria. The Quiz Only two ships returned from the journey. Part A – Which ship did not return? Part B – What was done to make the best out of […]
August Net Summary
The August Net summary is now posted on the About Us page. We had a number of folks that joined the Net every day! AB4AZ K4KPT K4RJT KF4XD N1PZB W0PC WU5E As a reminder, the password for the “Announcements” page is: TCNet1961 Don’t miss “The Curmudgeon” on our Welcome page. Click the image to see […]
Father of The World Wide Web, Quiz 8-23-25
Unlike the Internet which is the physical network of computers, the World Wide Web is a service that lets people browse, connect, and share information through websites and links. It made the Internet user-friendly and is the foundation of today’s online world. The Quiz – Who is the father, the creator, of the World Wide […]
Need NCS this Monday
We need a volunteer to cover my NCS duties thei Monday August 25. Please let me know ASAP if you would lie to handle it.