Columbia County ARES

04/02/2023

It is with a heavy heart we report the passing of Sharon Harold KA9GPY (sk). Sharon was a charter member of the Columbia City ARES group along with her husband , Bill Harold N9CHN. Sharon was our Secretary for a number of years and was an active member in the group. Sharon always had a big smile and a kind word for everyone. She spoiled us with her homemade treats for many years and when I said how good they were she always said it was worth the trouble because she knew how much we enjoyed them. Her generous spirit and dedication to service was always inspiring. Sharon will be missed by all.

Our sympathies go out to her husband Bill and all their family and friends.

-Columbia County ARES Group

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03/19/2023

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When All Else Fails®
Amateur radio operators use their training, skills, and equipment to provide communications during emergencies When All Else Fails®. Hams serve our communities when storms or other disasters damage critical communication infrastructure, including cell towers, and wired and wireless networks. Amateur radio can function completely independently of the internet and phone systems. An amateur radio station can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. Hams can quickly raise a wire antenna in a tree or on a mast, connect it to a radio and power source, and communicate effectively with other organizations and other ARES members.
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03/19/2023

Save the Date: The 2023 Wisconsin ARES/RACES Conference will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at The McMillian Library in Wisconsin Rapids.

More details for the Conference to follow.