Jim Scott, of Hartstown, Crawford County, is an award-winning ham radio operator. He’s communicated with fellow operators in every country of the world.

Two years ago, in my home state of Kentucky, we had a devastating tornado that traveled nearly 200 miles, leveled towns, killed scores of people, and left widespread devastation. When emergency ...

Ham radio gets its time in the spotlight during Amateur Radio Field Days from 1 p.m. Saturday to 1 p.m. Sunday at Highland Road Park Observatory. The public is invited to participate from 3 p.m. to 10 ...

On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights, local radio nets wake up with friendly check-ins, and the hum of a club in action.

It’s a hobby with a responsibility. That’s how the 80 members of the Steel City Amateur Radio Club in Collier view the skill, science and enjoyment of participating in ham radio. “It’s a fun place to ...

Even if you are relatively young, you can probably think back on what TV was like when you were a kid and then realize that TV today is completely different. Most people watch on-demand. Saturday ...

A prior version of this story stated incorrectly that “the higher the frequency, the shorter the wavelength, and the farther signals can travel.” It has been corrected as follows: “Such shortwave ...

When I was a kid living near Grantsville, West Virginia, some of my neighbors were into amateur ham radio. I found their analog electronics and antennas and their mastery of Morse code fascinating.

While mushers tackle rural trails, volunteers work to maintain timing and safety across the U.P.

Dejanira Okorn, right, listens as WACOM vice-president Tom Wright explains how to connect with a ham radio operator during the AARL Summer Field Day on Saturday. Some of the members of the Washington ...

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 ...