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2024 DCCF Heroes Gala
The Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) hosted its second annual Heroes Gala, a celebration dedicated to honoring the remarkable individuals who make a difference in the community, on September 13th, 2024. ARES R1D5, or the Amateur Radio Emergency Service of Douglas and Elbert Counties, was invited to showcase their equipment and services at the Heroes…
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2024 Fall Poker Run
On September 8, 2024, the Fall Poker Run, hosted by RRMMC with communication support from ARES R1D5, proved to be another outstanding event. This occasion was particularly special as it marked Wade Forbush’s (K0WJF) inaugural role as Mission Coordinator. Wade’s careful planning and passionate leadership were clear throughout the day. Despite the usual unpredictabilities, Wade…
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News Article in Douglas County NEWS-PRESS
The following link to the Douglas County NEWS-PRESS is the fruit of our new PIO, Brad Tombaugh’s, labor to engage media contacts in the local area and convey how amateur radio is helping the community. The article covers ARES R1D5 communications for community events, in times of emergency, and sometimes just for plain ol’ fun. …