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Becoming A Ham Operator
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Are you considering becoming a Ham Operator?
Becoming a Ham Operator has several advantages, such as:
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Emergency Communications: During natural disasters or emergencies, amateur radio operators can provide communication when traditional communication methods are down.
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Technology: It is a great way to get hands-on experience with radio and communication technology.
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Ham radio operators can join clubs or groups where they can meet like-minded people and participate in events and contests.
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Personal Development: It also builds skills such as communication, problem-solving, and technical expertise.
Amateur Radio is an exciting hobby that continues to grow in popularity. It provides opportunities for personal growth, education, and building relationships with people all over the world.
Join the Massillon Amateur Radio Club on the first Friday of each month for our monthly get together! And for more information about our club visit our Facebook page or email:
Latest Ham Radio News
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- Written by: Amateur Radio Newsline
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Amateur Radio Newsline beginning 10/9/2026 is here with all the latest news from the world of amateur radio. In today's episode you'll hear-
- A MILESTONE FOR ARISS IN A CHILE HIGH SCHOOL
- AMATEUR HONORED AS 'FRIEND OF BROADCASTERS'
- HISTORIC TRANSMITTER SENDS MESSAGE OF PEACE
- ARGENTINIAN HAMS ORGANIZE TRIBUTE TO SILENT KEY
- CHICAGO ATTORNEY, EARLY PROPONENT OF GMRS, DIES
- FINAL EVENTS IN 'CHASING CORNWALLIS' CHALLENGE
- GENERAL ADMISSION EXTENDED FOR ZERO RETRIES CONFERENCE
- HAM RADIO IRELAND ENJOYING QSOS WITH READERSHIP
- WORLD OF DX
- KICKER: THREE VETERANS RECEIVE A SKY-HIGH WELCOME
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Simplified Hamfest Construction Detour
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2026 MARC Hamfest- MAPS Air Museum
2260 International Parkway
North Canton, OH 44720
November 1, 2026 - 8:00am to 1:00pm
SIMPLIFIED DETOUR DIRECTIONS
Note- The intersection of Shuffel and Wales Rd (SR 241) will be closed during the hamfest. Here are the detour directions. Note- this detour adds no travel time to your trip and only affects those who generally use Shuffel to reach MAPS.
From I-77 Southbound - COMING FROM NORTH / AKRON —
RECOMMENDED- Easiest detour, avoids closure entirely
Best if you are traveling southbound on I-77 from Akron / Cleveland
Take Exit 118 (Massillon Rd / OH-619 / Greensburg Rd). Go south on Massillon Rd
(SR-241) to Greensburg Rd.
Turn left onto Greensburg Rd, then right onto Global Gateway.
MAPS entrance on left.
From I-77 Northbound - COMING FROM SOUTH / CANTON, COLUMBUS
Best if you are traveling northbound on I-77 from Canton / Columbus
Take Exit 113 (Akron-Canton Airport). At light turn right onto Lauby Rd.
Go north to traffic circle. Take 2nd exit onto Greensburg Rd to Global Gateway.
Turn left onto Global Gateway — MAPS on left.
Alternative: If coming from north, use Exit 118 directions above
From Wales Ave / Local North - LOCAL ROUTE- Shown on map
Wales Ave to Strausser St — right on Strausser to Frank Ave
Left on Frank to Lauby Rd — left on Lauby to traffic circle
2nd exit onto Greensburg Rd to Global Gateway — left to MAPS.
2026 Hamfest Extra Prize Tickets
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2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS Extra Prize Tickets
Our three top prizes at the 2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS are an IC-7300 MK2, an IC-7300 and a Radioddity GD AT 10 DMR Handy Talkie!
Prices are: 1 ticket for $1, 6 tickets for $5, 12 Tickets for $10, 24 Tickets for $20, 60 tickets from $50, and 120 Tickets for $100
Extra prize tickets may be purchased online or at the Hamfest itself. Online purchases are processed by Zeffy at our secure site:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-marc-hamfest-at-maps-extra-prize-tickets
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