Struthers ROAR - Regional Operators of Amateur Radio

06/09/2026

🚂 More details about the Struthers Big Boy Train Event will be announced on Friday at a scheduled press conference. We will keep our followers and volunteers updated as we learn of all the details so we can begin planning.

STRUTHERS — City officials in Struthers will host a press conference this week to detail the upcoming arrival of the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, which is scheduled to visit

06/08/2026

Make sure to stop by our Summer Field Day Event at Mickler Park Saturday June 27th and get your favorite meal from Hot Diggity Dog Eatery LLC!! 🌭

06/07/2026

06/07/2026

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Well done today Village of Continental, we loved being in town for the Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4140 today! 🚂👏🏼 We saw vehicles from at least five other states. Photo credit: Brandon Barlage

06/05/2026

Are you still wondering “what exactly is Amateur Radio Field Day?” Or “I’ve already been to many Field Day events before”. Let’s explain how Struthers ROAR does it different 😉

-We strongly emphasize inviting the public, not just other radio operators, because that is ultimately who we serve! We want the public to see what we do, our skills, how we can assist and that we are there for them!

-Because of that, our whole Saturday morning to afternoon is for the public and families! We will have a Safety Forces day with police, fire, ambulance, SWAT, etc. this is a big hit for the kiddos, they love to see these vehicles, police dogs and our safety personnel up close!

-We will also have a fundraiser raffle to raise money for club equipment. Some of the raffle items include local restaurant gift cards, YSU football tickets, Cleveland Cavs gear, and much more!

-We have food and drink options available for purchase including the amazing Hot Diggity Dog Eatery LLC!

-Didn’t get your Struthers Rotary golf cart raffle tickets yet?! No worries - you will be able to at our event!

-Are you an amateur radio operator who is nervous to operate in a big event like this? No worries! Although we do count points, there is absolutely no pressure - our main goal is to make connections, get new people on the radio, and have fun! Don’t let the points or the “contest” portion of the event deter you - we want to give everyone a chance to get on the radio at their own pace and comfort level!

-ANYONE can operate on the radio even if you just want to give it one try! As long as a Struthers ROAR member is sitting next to you!

-GMRS operators - come on out as well! We’ve heard you on the GMRS nets and would love to meet you in person! We work with GMRS operators for all of our events.

-Have you signed up to help us with the Big Boy Train Event in July? We would love to meet you as well! 🚂

-Are you just a little curious how exactly a bunch of wires and poles in trees and fields allows us to talk around the world 🌎?

Any other questions!? Please let us know! We hope to see everyone there! ☀️ 📻

06/04/2026

Please join us tonight Thursday June 4th for our weekly club net at 8pm on 146.91 negative offset PL 110.9. Hope you hear you there!

06/04/2026

Following our regular club net on Thursday nights, there will also be an informal GMRS net! If you have your GMRS license (this license is great to get a start in radio - no test is involved and it works for your whole family!) jump on the net and say hello!

06/02/2026

One week from today - Tuesday June 9th will be our next monthly club meeting. This will be a busy meeting so please make sure you attend! We will be discussing:

☑️ ARRL Summer Field Day
☑️ Struthers 4th of July Parade
☑️ Big Boy Train Event
☑️ And More!
🗒️ Please note, membership dues will be due this month. An e-mail to membership will be going out today.