Metrocrest Amateur Radio Society
News
March 8, 2026
It’s Election Time!
Once again, it’s election season for the MARS Board of Directors. Fortunately, there will be no annoying TV ads, no primaries, no debates, and no yard signs.
Four Officer positions and one Director seat are up for grabs. Any MARS member in good standing who is 21 years old and has been an active member for the last 12 months is eligible to serve. If you wish to run for a position, nominate a willing ham, or want to know more about serving in a MARS leadership role, please send an email to nominations@KB5A.org. Meanwhile, review our By-Laws for a brief job description of each office.
The vernal equinox happens at 9:46 AM CDT on March 20, 2026.
TSPOTA Around the Corner
Plans are coming together for Texas State Parks on the Air April 18. We’re looking for a good turnout but we need you to participate. Check out the EVENTS page for a link to sign up.
Go Boxes to Go
At the February 12, 2026, meeting Tom Yenny, K5LOL, explored the different kinds of ham radio “Go Boxes” and how he built several for various purposes. Tom offered several construction ideas and tips for assembling your very own. You can download a PDF of his presentation here and/or view a video on MARS’ YouTube channel.
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Support MARS When You Shop
A percentage of your purchases can be donated when you visit Tom Thumb, or Kroger at no extra cost to you. Please go to the SUPPORT page to learn how.
PI Day
Saturday, March 14
Next Regular Meeting
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM
Gerry Hull, W1VE, will talk about remote operations.
You’ll find more details on the EVENTS page.
License Testing
Allan Batteiger, WB5QNG, will have an in-person test session on the third
Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Check the EVENTS page for details. Allan continues to offer remote testing sessions as well. Please visit https://wb5qng.org/ to learn how to sign up.
Carrollton
Farmers Branch
Addison
ARES/RACES
Next scheduled nets
ARES® Training
April 12, 2026, 8:00 PM CT
145.210 Tone 110.9
RACES Training
March 15, 2026, 7:45 PM CT
145.210 Tone 110.9
Lawgiver.
This mathematician and physicist was born on March 16.
Trivia: A is the SI unit of electrical current so why is current expressed as I in Ohm’s equation?
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