The HamRag is the official newsletter of the Rockford Amateur Radio Association. Published regularly since the early 1950s, it has served as the voice of the club for over four decades — keeping members informed about upcoming events, meeting recaps, technical articles, club news, and the people who make RARA what it is.

The HamRag exists because of the dedication of the volunteer editors who have given their time and talent to keep it going year after year. Their work has created a remarkable historical record of our club and the amateur radio community in the Rockford area. We’re proud to make these archives available for current members and anyone interested in RARA’s history.

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HamRag-Apr-2026