PCARS (K8BF)

December 2023 newsletter inputs needed, please.

November is flying past, and that means it is time for gathering inputs for the November issue of the PCARS newsletter – The RADIOGRAM!

Inputs for the December 2023 issue of The RADIOGRAM are due on Friday November 24th at 8pm. (as always – the last Friday of the month).

Don’t get caught short from the turkey coma – please get your inputs in as soon as you can !!!

Help keep the newsletter interesting to all by sending in your article for the PCARS newsletter. And, don’t forget the in-focus, large format photos as well!!!

Let all of PCARS know what projects or ham operations are keeping you busy.

It would be very much appreciated if you send your inputs in prior to the deadline.

Send your inputs and in-focus photos to kb8uuz@gmail.com

Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Take Care & 73,
Tom, KB8UUZ
PCARS Newsletter Editor

2023 ARRL Board of Directors Election Results
11/17/2023

ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® announces the results of the 2023 ARRL Division elections.

ARRL Great Lakes Division Vice Director Scott Yonally, N8SY (2,175 votes), of Lexington, Ohio, defeated candidate Michael Kalter, W8CI (2,023 votes), for the position of Division Director. Yonally will assume the role when Director Dale Williams, WA8EFK, who has held the seat since 2014, completes his current term at the end of the year.

In the Great Lakes Division, Roy Hook, W8REH, will be the next Vice Director. Hook ran unopposed for the seat vacated by Director-elect Yonally.

Winners will assume their roles for terms beginning January 1, 2024.

Could be a good pass to watch if the sky is clear.

Time: Fri Nov 17 6:23 PM, Visible: 5 min, Max Height: 68°, Appears: 10° above SW, Disappears: 35° above ENE

Tom, WB8LCD

James F. Korenz, N8PXW
January 15, 1947 — November 7, 2023

James F. Korenz, 76, passed away November 7, 2023.

Born in Akron, he was a resident of Uniontown. He graduated from the University of Akron and retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber after over 30 years of service. He enjoyed HAM radio, 3D printing, geocaching, and biking.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Frank M. and Pauline Korenz. He is survived by his brother, Richard M. Korenz (Celeste); nieces, Calista Edinger and Kathrine Immel; great-nephews and niece, Liam Caldwell, Wade Robert Edinger, Estelle Mae Immel.

Family and friends will be received Friday, November 17th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hopkins Lawver UNIONTOWN Funeral Home, 3553 Northdale Street NW (one block NW of the square of 619 & Cleveland Avenue), Uniontown, Ohio 44685. Funeral mass will be held Monday, November 20th at 10 a.m. at Nativity of The Lord Jesus Catholic Church, 2425 Myersville Rd. Akron, OH 44312.

Our next portable operations SIG is Tuesday, November 14 at 7:00 PM. 

We’ve been talking about our next outing, which is planned for January 20^th, which is Winter Support Your Parks Weekend. Last year, Brandon hosted a ParkPedition to Lake Milton SP. For This time, we are returning to Wingfoot Lake. We’ll be at the Oak tree Shelter, and will have it partially walled off, and we’ll have heaters for your comfort. Come out Tuesday night, and learn more. 

We’re always open to any and all subjects. Drop in at PCARS World Headquarters. The address is 705 Oakwood St, Ravenna, OH. We will also be available via Zoom

Here’s the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89732195744?pwd=cldtZmxMcmFqQndhQWtJN0s2NUNnUT09

Passcode: PCARS2022 

See you at the meeting 73,

John – WG8X