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Amateur Radio Newsline Seeks Young Ham of the Year Nominations

Nominations for Young Ham of the Year are being accepted through May 31st, 2025. Sponsored by Amateur Radio Newsline, the organization seeks nominations for outstanding amateur radio operators that are 18 years old or younger.

To submit a nomination, visit the Amateur Radio Newsline website for details.

The Young Ham of the Year for 2024 was awarded to Grace Papay (K8LG).

Source: Amateur Radio Newsline open_in_new

APRS Summit 2025 Takes Place May 10th

On May 10th the the APRS Foundation is hosting its first ever online education summit to promote APRS.

This groundbreaking event is designed to empower, educate, and inspire anyone interested in Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS)—from beginners to seasoned operators.

Sessions will cover a range of topics from APRS fundamentals to the future of APRS. Question and answer sessions and networking opportunities will also take place.

For more details including registration information keep an eye on the APRS Foundation website.

Source: APRS Foundation open_in_new

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