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ARRL Kentucky Section (KY)Section Manager
James Brooks, KY4Z 7099 Louisville Rd Coxs Creek, KY 40013-6705 502-349-2099 ky4z@arrl.org |
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News last updated: Fri, November 20, 2009 at 9:36 AM ET
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October Section
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KEN VS. PROPAGATION. The Kentucky Emergency Net is still meeting at 7:30 Eastern/6:30 Central time on 3972.5. The winter band conditions on 75 meters often mean that stations in East and West Kentucky can't copy one another, but a station in Northern Ohio can copy both. If you can't hear the net, but hear others looking for the net, you can start the net on your own and send your report on to KY4Z stating the number of check-ins and traffic passed (if any). KYN TIME CHANGE. The Kentucky CW Net (KYN) is moving its time up one-half hour to 8 p.m. daily on 3535 kHz. Net Manager John Farler, K4AVX reports the time was changed to try to conduct the net before the propagation goes "long." KSN QRT NOV. 30. The long run of the Kentucky Slow CW Net, (KSN) is coming to a close, reports Net Manager Glenn Foley, KO4OL. Right now only two stations are serving as net control, Glenn and Willis Asher, AD4DX. The KSN was the training ground for numerous CW operators and traffic handlers (the SM included). An indirect recipient of KSN training was well-known QST youth contributing editor Andrea Hartlage, KG4IUM of Grayson, Ga. KO4OL writes that "Andrea received her training from KG4FXG, who received his training from KSN." Glenn adds his special thanks to Willis Asher, AD4DX for his help as NCS, and to all those who have been part of the KSN. Many thanks to Glenn and all the rest who have mentored so many hams across Kentucky and beyond on CW traffic handling. Please join myself and the KSN "regulars" for the last session of KSN on Monday, Nov. 30 at 10 pm Eastern on 3535 kHz. SKYWARN RECOGNITION DAY. Saturday Dec. 5th is Skywarn Recognition Day. The 11th annual event runs from 0000-2400 UTC. So far, the Paducah NWS office will be active using the callsign W4P operating 80-2 meters SSB and FM, as well as Echolink. To view the national Skywarn web page, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mtr/hamradio/ PR-101 GRADUATE. Terry, N4EWW, who is Bath County EC and a PIO, recently passed the ARRL's public relations course, PR-101. Congrats, Terry! LIKE FATHER, LIKE DAUGHTER. John Hudson, KO4XJ, president of the Paducah ARA, reports that at a recent VE test session a father-daughter both passed their tests, Brett Chenier, KJ4OHM -- who passed his Technician exam a couple of months ago -- upgraded to General. His daughter, Amelia Chenier, KJ4QJI, passed her Technician exam the day before her 11th birthday. KO4XJ reports Amelia is a straight-A student at Ballard County, and thanks to her excellent work in school, is now the proud owner of a new HT. "I am sure she is our youngest member ever in the Paducah Amateur radio club, and I'm sure she's the only grade-schooler in West Kentucky with an HT on her side today at school." CONGRATS TO KI4BOQ. Congratulations to Johnson Central High School senior Chris Castle, KI4BOQ, who was selected to sing in the Kentucky All-State Choir in Louisville. Chris is the first male student in JCHS history to make All-State three years in a row. BARS ON FACEBOOK. Club president Buddy Sohl, KC4WQ, reports that members, former members and fans of the Bullitt Amateur Radio Society who use Facebook can now the club on Facebook. The social networking site is home to a growing number of Kentucky Amateur Radio operators and their clubs. It's not RF, but its a neat way to reconnect with old friends. CLUB ELECTIONS. The Amateur Radio Community Service club in Paintsville recently held election of officers. The officers include President Clyde DeRossett, KI4CKT; Vice-President Bill Callihan KJ4FYR; Secretary Ron Castle KI4NM; Treasurer Curtis Meade KY4CM; Public Information Ron Castle KI4NM. The club VE testing team includes Ken Robinson K4KBR; Curtis Meade KY4CM; Clyde DeRossett KI4CKT; Jim Pickle AE4JS; Ralph Tuley KB9ORD; Richard Helton KF4UEH. The ARCS Board of Directors include Jim Pickle AE4JS; Don Castle KI4NL; and Bob Dixon KJ4FYQ. ERNEST "JACK" JACKSON JR, KD4JQD SK. Ernest "Jack" Jackson Jr., KD4JQD, became a Silent Key on Friday, Oct. 30th. Jack was well-known on 3960 and also other places on the 75-meter band, and was heard frequenctly on 2-meter FM. He was an active member of the ROMEO group (Retired Old Men Eating Out) in Louisville, and he will be missed. SUPPORT KYHAM.NET. For many years, the KYHAM.net web site has been the resource for all things in Kentucky related to Amateur Radio. The KYHAM e-mail list is one of the valuable services that is free and an important resource for knowing what is going on in the Commonwealth. Signing up is simple and easy. Pat Spencer, KD4PWL, runs a tight ship, and you won't be receiving a lot of spam or junk mail. Visit KYHAM.net and click on the "Listserv" link on the lefthand menu. BE A PART OF THE SOLUTION: VOLUNTEER! The Kentucky Section is packed with talented and creative Amateurs whose skills are needed across the Commonwealth. Are you active in ARES? Does your county have an Emergency Coordinator? If not, would you like to serve in that capacity? Do you have an interest in giving back to our communities as a volunteer? Contact your county EC, District Emergency Coordinator or SEC Kenny Garrett, KG4HEV for information on being a communications volunteer. ACTIVITY REPORTS. Station Activity, Public Service or net reports are due to me by the 9th of each month. Your help in meeting this deadline is greatly appreciated in order that the KY Section web site is updated in a timely manner and the reports are submitted to ARRL HQ. The report forms on the KYHAM.NET web site are the easiest way for you to send in your reports (click here for the KYHAM reports page). You may also send your reports directly to ky4z@arrl.org. |
| 2010 ARRL-Sanctioned Kentucky Hamfests |
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MARCH 6, 2010 - Mammoth Cave ARC Hamfest, Cave City Convention Center, Cave City, Ky. New equipment vendors, flea market, ARRLARES forum, VE exams, more. Talk-in 146.94 repeater. Info: Larry Brumett, KN4IV, (270) 651-2363 or lbrumett@glasgow-ky.com. SEPT. 11, 2010 - 50th Greater Louisville Hamfest, Paroquet Springs Conference Centre, Shepherdsville, Ky. Info: Bob Myers, K4RVM, (502) 935-6710 or GLHA50@LouisvilleHamfest. Web site: http://LouisvilleHamfest.com SEPT 18, 2010 - Central Kentucky ARS Hamfest, Madison County Fairgrounds, Richmond, K7. Info: Mike Rogers, KE4ISW, (859) 624-9156 or ke4isw@arrl.net. PLANNING A HAMFEST? Get official ARRL sanction for your hamfest and receive special benefits such as free prizes, handouts, and other support. The League's web site has a handy hamfest planner, as well as the rules for ARRL-sanctioned events. It's easy to apply using the League's online form. For details visit the Hamfests & Convention web page, or contact ARRL HQ by e-mail (hamfests@arrl.org) or telephone, (860) 594-0262). |
| New Amateur Radio Licensees |
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of Nov. 5, 2009 Charles R Keeton, KJ4PRR Edward J Miracco, KJ4PRT Bruce Miller, KJ4PXL Shawn E Bernstein, KJ4PXF Kristi R Young, KJ4PXG Cindy L House, KJ4PXR Bobby T Parker, KJ4PNC Michael R Messer, KJ4QAV Jessica M Davis, KJ4QAF |
Jacob D Catchen, KJ4PYW Clark Rellance C Galvez, KJ4PYV Cody A Bachinski, KJ4PYX Charles E Jenkins, KJ4PVM Jason W Bradley, KJ4PVU Steven A Riley, KJ4PXS Douglas G Cook, KJ4PXT Alfred W Littlejohn, KJ4PXQ Paul T Cave, KJ4QAU |
| Amateur License Upgrades/New ARRL Members (as of Nov. 5, 2009) |
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Congratulations to these Kentucky Amateurs on successful upgrades: Benjamin J Brooks, N4SQA; William C Norton, KD4LIP; John C Lewis, KJ4NKG; Tonya L Burnette, KJ4KCL; Chelsea R Houston, KJ4PHF; David H Martin, WA4TRW; Wesley N Peters, KF4WLQ; Herbert L Stewart, KG4VNN; Leta G Blackburn, KJ4HFS. Hello to these new/returning Kentucky ARRL members: Kevin M Gros, KJ4IZK; Jeff S Marean; Larry M Feazell, K8LNP; Thomas Z Bruce, WA4TJS; Rondall L Spencer, N4VOS; Buford D Brumley, KJ4OIK; Phil Lowther, KJ4PBJ; Ralph Queener, AJ4G; Timothy W Lawrence, KJ4HPG; James W Carroll, K4JRU; James D Rutledge, KG4FQS; Vernon D Leeper, KA4OIL; Dennis A Beals, KG4SRK; George J Knecht, KI4RZY; Steven Grimes, KJ4KKI; Joseph W Lutz, W7LPF; James B Walther, W4CPM; Richard A Powell, KC4MRP; Jimmy C Rayburn, KC4BQK; Bryan M Coghill, KJ4IJU; Nicholas R Bailey, KG4URI; Michael W Mitchell; Stephen B Stringer, KF4KBD; Tim D Skees, K9KSP. |
| Kentucky Net Schedules |
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KEN - The Kentucky Emergency Net is held every Monday night at 7:30 p.m. Eastern, 6:30 p.m. Central time on 3972.5 kHz. The purpose of this net is training for emergency and is an ARRL sponsored net. Net manager is Kentucky Section Manager KY4Z. KYN - The Kentucky CW Net at 8 PM ET daily on 3535 kHz and runs at about 15 WPM. John Farler, K4AVX, is net manager. KSN - The last session of the Kentucky Slow CW Net is set for 10 PM ET Monday, Nov. 30 on 3535 kHz. Glenn Foley, KO4OL, is net manager. All CW ops are invited to check in for the final net. |
| NET NAME | SESSIONS | TRAFFIC | CHECK INS | NET MANAGER |
| KEN | 4 | 5 | 73 | KY4Z |
| KYN | 29 | 30 | 170 | K4AVX |
| KSN | 31 | 15 | 104 | KO4OL |
| WTEN | 4 | 4 | 58 | KO4OL |
| KD7ARET | 5 | 3 | 48 | KG4HMN |
| NKARC | 4 | 0 | 39 | N4IJS |
| MSUARC | WX4MET | |||
| MADARES | 4 | 1 | 39 | KO4OL |
| Hardin Co. ARES | 8 | 0 | 94 | AF4EB |
| E KY ARES Net | 4 | 2 | 64 | KB9ORD |
| Marshall Co. ARES | 4 | 0 | 61 | K9MMW |
| KO4OL 110 | AA4XA 80 | K4TXJ 35 |
Station Activity Reports - October
| KO4OL 80 | K4AVX 18 | K4TXJ 2 | AA4XA 4 | KY4Z 6 |
| Section Emergency Coordinator's Report: October 2009 |
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1) Section: Kentucky _______________________________________________________________________________________ Comments: Minimum required ARES Training: KYARES Online Tests, FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700 and IS-800. Recommended training for ARRL Field Station Appointees: ARRL EMCOMM Levels I and II. District 1: District 2: District 3: District 4: EDMONSON COUNTY. EC Tim Skees, K9KSP, reports that he and volunteers aided local authorities in "mischief patrol" on Halloween night. METCALFE COUNTY. Metcalfe EC William Whittom, N4VDJ, met with the their EMA to begin coordinating efforts. WARREN COUNTY. EC Timothy Robinson, KF4MGU, reports that Warren Co. volunteers performed "Bridge Watch" from 6PM-12AM on Halloween night. Over 20 folks involved District 5: District 6: District 8: District 9: District 10: District 11: District 12: BOYLE COUNTY. EC Chris Galbreath, KG4UQL, reports Boyle County has started back it's net. The net is 8 p.m. Thursdays on the Danville repeater, 145.310 MHz, PL 100 Hz. The net returned to activity on October 15th and has had a fair number of check-ins (25 check-ins total for the three nets conducted in October. Everyone is invited to join the net. CASEY COUNTY. EC Scott Wilkerson, W9VHE reports a EF-2 tornado touchdown in western Casey County, local officials used KY National Guard for traffic control in and out of the affected area, Red Cross set up temporary housing at Walnut Hill Elementary School. County Mobile EOC set up at disaster site. County EC was working at the 911 center during the disaster at regular employment - WOW! LINCOLN COUNTY. EC Ed Durham, KT4HR reports that the Lincoln County ARES group had its first meeting at the county EOC with about 9 people in attendance. They have an ARES net in operation and have averaged 11 check-ins each week. District 13: ________________________________________________________________________________________ PSHR: KO4OL 110; AA4XA 80; K4TXJ 35 ________________________________________________________________________________________ Note: The reporting section of KYHAM is functional. Please submit all monthly reports there. EC reports will go to their respective DECs for totaling. Areas with no DEC will still come to me. This will make reporting and accountability more streamlined. http://www.kyham.net/emcomm/reports.html. Reports are due to your respective DECs by the 5th of the month. DECs need to have their reports to me by the 10th of the month. Please fill out the reports completely so they do not get returned for correction. Please do not "test" the online system. __________________________________________________________________________________________ |
| Silent Keys - October 2009 |
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