ARRL

• The ARRL Solar Update

  Solar activity reached moderate levels early this week. The
  strongest event was an M1.4 flare observed on February 11 in Region
  4366. This region also produced nine C-class flares.
   
  Region 4373 produced a C1.8/Sf flare on February 11. This region
  displayed some minor area growth. Regions 4369 and 4371 exhibited
  some minor decay. The other spotted regions remained unchanged. New
  Region 4375 was number...

• Radio Clubs Encouraged to Plan Now for April Ham Radio Open House

  ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® is inviting radio clubs to participate in the second annual Ham Radio Open House in April. Hosting an Open House gives clubs and schools the opportunity to promote amateur radio science and technology by opening their stations to the public and showcasing their hi-tech gear and operating skills.

  In addition, clubs are encouraged to set up in publi...

• ARRL Mourns the Loss of Sharon Taratula, Awards Manager

  ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® is saddened to share the news that Sharon Taratula, who served the League with dedication and distinction for 32 years, passed away on February 4, 2026.

  Sharon joined ARRL on January 31, 1994, as DXCC Awards Technician. She later served as Administrative Assistant (1996), MVP Administrative Manager (2011), and from 2016 until her passing, as Award...

• The ARRL Solar Update

  Solar activity was at high levels for most of the week, dominated by
  Region 4366. The most notable event was an impulsive X4.2 flare from
  that region on February 4. Throughout the period, Region 4366
  continued to exhibit a slight reduction in area and a modest
  simplification of its magnetic complexity. The remaining numbered
  regions on the visible disk remained stable or in a state of slight
  decay.
   
  T...

• NCVEC Question Pool Committee Removes Three Questions from Use