When the first signals were transmitted in 1980, the operations center contained the latest technology of that era for amateur radio operators to help residents in the event of an emergency. ...more

November 19, 2008

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July 27, 2008

Richard J. Kotran, 59, of Spring Hill, died Thursday, July 10, at his home. He moved to this area four years ago from his native Allentown, Pa. ...more

July 17, 2008

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July 16, 2008

SPRING HILL Members of the Spring Hill Amateur Radio Club (SHARC) will participate in a yearly nationwide demonstration of emergency communications known as "Field Day" on Saturday and Sunday, June 28-29. ...more

June 27, 2008

SEBRING — When the lines of communication go down during a disaster, ham radio operators can help local rescue crews exchange vital information. If power goes out, the phone lines fail, the cell phone towers don't work and Internet access is down, hams provide that missing two-way communication link that can save lives. During Tuesday night's Hurricane Seminar at the Agri-Civic Center, led by Emergency Management Director Bill Nichols, several ham enthusiasts were on hand to talk to the public and demonstrate cutting-edge radio technology. ...more

June 4, 2008