AB4WS RADIO SHOW Week of September 26, 2025

September 24, 2025·14 min·1 clip

A new web tool lets you message Congress to support a bill eliminating HOA restrictions on amateur radio antennas.

The episode opens with a call to action for listeners to use a web tool to contact representatives about a bipartisan bill addressing HOA restrictions on amateur radio antennas. It then shares volunteer opportunities for the Queen Bee Half Marathon. A segment details the resurgence of packet radio in Cincinnati, led by Ted AB8FJ, who held a Zoom meeting with 13 stations to discuss improving local packet radio connectivity. Congratulations are given to Mike WB8VNH for 50 years of licensing and others for license upgrades. Event announcements include the Masonic Lodge On The Air event, a ham radio breakfast in Barberville, and a Parks on the Air meetup. The Simulated Emergency Test (SET) is highlighted for October 4th-5th, with Ohio's scenario involving a solar flare disrupting communications. The Northern Kentucky Amateur Radio Club's monthly simplex net on 146.580 is described as a training opportunity for operating without repeaters. Educational opportunities are mentioned, such as online Technician license classes by the Coyuga Falls Amateur Radio Club. Upcoming club meetings include a brunch in Cincinnati and a Mesh Tastic presentation in Northern Kentucky. Repeater news notes the return of the K4 KTR DMR repeater in Louisville. A resource is offered: an Excel spreadsheet listing active repeaters in the area, available via Facebook or email. Numerous ham fests are listed across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana from late September through November. Exam sessions for license upgrades are detailed for various dates and locations. The episode ends with thanks to contributors and contact information for submitting news.

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