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Coronavirus Cancels Hamvention

The Dayton Hamvention® Executive Committee has canceled the 2020 Hamvention as a result of measures being put in place to limit the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The committee said its decision was made "with a very heavy heart," but felt it was necessary, based on its continuing discussions with local and state health officials. At press time, details were not yet in place regarding refunds, etc.

In addition, concerns about coronavirus are casting a shadow over many ham-related activities. Many radio clubs have canceled in-person meetings and activities; the FCC has banned all "non-critical" travel by staff members and is not

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