Amateur Radio Testing – March – Valdosta Amateur Radio Club

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Amateur Radio Testing – March

by Ted Uyeno Testing

Amateur Radio license testing was held again at the public library in Valdosta on Saturday March 10th. Only one preregistered amateur came to take an exam. They tested for extra class and passed in very little time with flying colors. VARC members would like to express their congratulations to you on passing extra class!

We would like to take time here to show our appreciation for our testing volunteers Larry Leonard and Gene Milton who generously give of their personal time to help those who want to become amateurs or to advance the ranks. Thanks guys for the super job you are doing!

Remember the next testing session will May 12th at the Valdosta public library. Please contact us if you plan to attend the session.

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