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Edmond Tower Project Update: Antennas Installed! We have exciting news to share about the new Edmond tower project — the EARS antennas are officially installed! After a few schedule adjustments due to weather, the tower climbers successfully installed both antennas for the EARS repeaters late last week. This marks a major milestone for the project. The…

Happy New Year! I’d like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year! Is it really already 2026? It sure feels like time goes faster every year. I’m looking forward to getting to know those of you I haven’t met yet, and spending more time with the rest of you as well. Remember, this is your club,…

2025 Ham of the Year The 2025 Ham of the Year is none other than Ben Curry, KJ5IEB! Ben has been exceptionally active in the club since earning his license just over a year ago, quickly becoming one of the most engaged and dependable members we have. Many of you know Ben as the Edmond Emergency Management Director, a…

Bob Coxsey, KM5GZ, Memorial Service Bob’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 1st at 2:30 PM at Northeast Fellowship Church, located at 1805 E Hefner Road, just west of Eastern Avenue in Oklahoma City. Bob Coxsey, KM5GZ, Equipment Inventory The following items will be put up for sale in the future, when Bob’s estate is settled and…

Bob Coxsey, KM5GZ, Memorial Service Bob’s memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 1st at 2:30 PM at Northeast Fellowship Church, located at 1805 E Hefner Road, just west of Eastern Avenue in Oklahoma City. HOA Legislation, We Need Your Help YOU CAN HELP US CHANGE THE LEGAL RIGHTS OF AMERICAN HAMS Go to — https://send-a-letter.org/hoa/ — enter your call…

Bob Coxsey, KM5GZ/SK I am sure many of you are aware that Bob Coxsey, KM5GZ, became a silent key two week ago. I am including the email that I sent to the membership below. I have the unfortunate task to inform you that Bob Coxsey, KM5GZ, became a silent key on the afternoon of September…

EARS Monthly Training & Mentoring Session – August 12 The Edmond Amateur Radio Society (EARS) hosts a monthly Training and Elmer Session before each board meeting. Whether you’re a new ham or a seasoned operator, these sessions provide valuable information and a chance to grow your skills. 📅 Date: Tuesday, August 12🕕 Time: 6:00 PM📍 Location: Edmond Fire Station 5 –…

Why Every Ham Should Experience a Hamfest – Especially Ham Holiday By ChatGPT, for the Edmond Amateur Radio Society (EARS) If you’re new to the hobby—or even if you’ve been licensed for years—you may have heard the term “hamfest” tossed around but never quite known what to expect. In short, a hamfest is part flea…