WHCAARC Intelligence Summary — Regulatory Update, worldwide 60‑meter amateur allocation The ARRL is reporting that the Federal Communications Commission has formally adopted the new worldwide 60‑meter amateur allocation established at WRC‑15. According to ARRL’s coverage, the FCC’s December 9, 2025 Report and Order authorize amateur operation on 5351.5–5366.5 kHz withContinue Reading
Before theFederal Communications CommissionWashington, D.C. 20554 In the Matter ofJason M. FrawleyLicensee of Amateur Radio Station WA7CQ,Lewiston, Idaho ))))))) File No.: EB-FIELDWR-21-00032537NAL/Acct. No.: 202232030001FRN: 0002984920 FORFEITURE ORDER Adopted: December 26, 2024 Released: January 3, 2025 By the Commission: Commissioner Simington dissenting. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Marlene H. Dortch Secretary Continue Reading
Federal Communications Commission DA 25-456 Before the Federal Communications Commission Washington, D.C. 20554 ) In the Matter of ) File No.: EB-FIELDNER-22-00033739 ) NAL/Acct. No.: 202332010002 Jayme John Leon ) FRN: 0033765348 Rockford, Illinois ) FORFEITURE ORDER Adopted: May 30, 2025 Released: May 30, 2025 By the Acting Chief, EnforcementContinue Reading
Original Post: by Katie Campbell, KE8LQR on March 6, 2026 at 1:45 pm Managing a social life as a young ham can prove challenging from time to time. You might be considered “the nerd” at school but are also far too young to be friends with the majority of amateur radio operators,Continue Reading
ARRL Field Day: The Largest Amateur Radio Event in North America On June 27 – 28, tens of thousands of amateur radio operators across the United States and Canada take to the airwaves for one of the most anticipated events of the year: ARRL Field Day. Part emergency‑readiness exercise, partContinue Reading
March 2026 Amateur Radio Contest Calendar For WHCAARC NEWS & INTELLIGENCE Month: March 2026Region: Worldwide (HF, VHF, CW, SSB, Digital) Overview March is a busy contest month, anchored by the ARRL International DX Contest – Phone and supported by a dense schedule of CW, SSB, digital, and QRP events. ThisContinue Reading
HamCation Requires lots of planning, hard work, and a team of dedicated volunteers. A Letter From The Chairman About HamCation 2026 On behalf of our sponsors, The Orlando Amateur Radio Club and all the volunteers making HamCation the 5-Star event that is has become, we want to welcome you toContinue Reading
The ham radio community as a whole recognizes the urgent need for more young faces and youth operators to help our hobby thrive and grow. In my conversations with others, I realize that both clubs and individuals understand the need to recruit. The issue is not with spreading awareness; weContinue Reading
WHCA–ARC Labor Day Special Event Station – W3H The White House Communications Agency Amateur Radio Club (WHCA–ARC) proudly announces its Labor Day Special Event Station, honoring the dedication, service, and sacrifice of American workers—past and present. From August 30th through September 2nd, WHCA–ARC operators will be active across multiple amateurContinue Reading
News Release INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has announced a new license plate design for amateur radio operators in Indiana starting Feb. 13. The Amateur Radio License Plate will be available to Indiana residents who hold a current FCC-issued license to operate an amateur radio station. EachContinue Reading
