Good "grass roots" public relations activities involve regular and frequent publicizing of amateur activities through local news media plus community activities; school programs; presentations to service clubs and community organizations; exhibits and demonstrations; and other efforts which create a positive public image for Amateur Radio.- Amateur Radio Relay League, www.arrl.org
Arkansas Section News
There are several ways you can find amateur radio related news around the Arkansas Section.
- This web site's home page is where district and state news is posted by Public Information officials.
- The Arkansas Section Bulletin is a monthly podcast produced by the Public Information branch of the Arkansas Section. It is available online, in iTunes, and is heard on the AR Links System repeater network.
- Since many of the amateur radio clubs and organizations in Arkansas have their own web sites we have also created an RSS feed that can be monitored using RSS feed readers like Google Reader. This bundle of feeds monitors over 20 of the active web sites in Arkansas.
Media Inquiries
Any media outlets wishing to request an interview or arrange a site visit should submit their request through the comment form on this page. Your request will not be published online. Please ensure to include your contact information. Alternatively, journalists can reach the Public Information Coordinator at (860) 337-1910.Backgrounders
Below are a few brochures that each provide good background information for journalists writing stories about Amateur Radio.
Branch Structure
The Public Information branch of the ARRL Arkansas Section is divided into 12 districts which are each represented by a Public Information Officer (PIO). These PIO's are lead by the section Public Information Coordinator.
- Arkansas Public Information Coordinator: Joshua Carroll, N5JLC
- District A PIO: Danny Straessle, KE5WLR
- District B - K: Unfilled
- District L PIO: Kevin Thornton, K5KVN
If you are interested in being a Public Information Officer, please read the article 9 Signs You Should Be In PR by Mandy Vavrinak. If this sounds like a fit, please contact the Section PIC listed above!
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