What are ham radios? In short, ham radio operators are amateur radio enthusiasts who communicate with one another via radio frequencies assigned specifically to this community by the Federal ...

that traveled nearly 200 miles, leveled towns, killed scores of people, and left widespread devastation. When emergency responders started hitting the scene, they heard amateur (ham) radio operators ...

With all the changes and advancements in technology, it is remarkable to see one particular hobby last more than 100 years even in times of trouble. That’s amateur radio. From his home in Punta Gorda, ...

Jerry Williams, left, and fellow members of the Amateur Radio Klub Earl Holts and Rob Wade test their ham radio equipment in the field Saturday. As part of an annual event called “Field Day,” people ...

Amateur radio — more commonly known as ham radio— has been around since 1908. In Lafayette, ham radio enthusiasts say, the hobby is growing in popularity, despite the array of ever more sophisticated ...

It wasn’t marked by parades, fireworks or an interview on 60 Minutes, but World Amateur Radio Day was April 18. For many, amateur, or “ham” radio, is viewed as a hobby from the past. But it’s very ...