SWMO Regional Dispatch

19/07/2025

This week's Retro Saturday takes us back to March of this year, and the annual National Weather Service Spotter Training Class. The National Weather Service office in Springfield usually does several spotter training classes every year. These are usually held in February, or March. The Greene County class has been held most often at the Assembly's of God headquarters when open to the general public. This venue has ample seating, and facilities for audio visual presentations.

I was on hand as a Skywarn Net Control, the Greene County Skywarn Co-Coordinator, and the Southwest Missouri Regional Dispatch photographer. I hope you enjoy this glimpse into the event!

Franklin, KD0RSJ
Editor & Photographer/Videographer,
Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn

14/07/2025

Sorry, I missed Retro Saturday this last weekend. I wasn't feeling good, and the post got missed. I didn't want to make you all wait till this coming Saturday, so we are doing a Retro Saturday on Monday! lol 😅

This entry comes from October 5th of last year (2024). There is a group of people called Weather Watchers. They started with KSPR before they merged with KY3. Then most of the group went with FOX 49, until they moved in with KOLR 10. Then Jamie invited the group to come over to KOLR 10. Weather Watchers turn in daily observations to a spreadsheet, and the KOLR 10weather staff use that info to help with their forecasts, and sometimes post them on air during news broadcasts.

The KOLR 10 Weather Team invited us over for some food, and a tour of the studio. I have been fortunate to have toured KY3's studio 3 times through school. Twice in the old studio for the media program at W.I.N.G.S., and once in their current studio when I was part of the Hillcrest High School media 1 class. I also got to tour the small studio that Ozarks Public Television had when they were still part of Druy University, as well as the Fox 49 station just shortly before it closed own.

I really enjoyed the time at KOLR 10! It reminded me of my past media class days, and that felt great! Today with modern mirrorless cameras having "hybrid" photo & video capabilities, you really can do both pretty easy. I think this might have been the beginning, along with the prep I d for the video interviews at Moore Expo, that's gotten me excited about video again. Man, I really wish I'd taken some video while I was there!!

Franklin, KD0RSJ
Editor & Photographer/Videographer,
Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn

14/07/2025

BREAKING: Tri-Lakes Amateur Radio Club DONATES $1,000 TO SKYWARN REPEATER SYSTEM!

11/07/2025

We still have some limited space available. Grab yout seat before they are gone! ‼️
The Tri-Lakes Amateur Radio Club (TLARC) In Branson will be hosting a one-day General license upgrade study session on July 26th, from 8:00am till 5:00pm at the Branson United Methodist Church, 1208 West 76 Country Blvd in Branson.
This will be a one-day review of all the possible questions that can be on the test, followed by testing.
It is important to note that a person should study prior to Boot Camp. The Club recommends hamstudy.org for
basic orientation and review of all questions.
Anyone can sign up to pre-study for free on the Hamstudy.org website.
The cost of the class is $30, which includes the testing fee, lunch and a complimentary 2025 membership in TLARC (if desired)
If interested, please contact TLARC at [email protected] for registration information.
The class is limited to 15 students, so if you are interested, please contact us as soon as possible.

08/07/2025

CORRECTION: Greene County ARES meeting is the 2nd Tuesday of the month (July 10). Our apologies for the error.

05/07/2025

BREAKING: DISPATCH AND TEAM SKYWARN EMBARK ON SWMO ADVENTURE FOR FIELD DAY!

05/07/2025

Here is the first Retro Saturday posting for the Southwest Missouri Regional Dispatch. Today we are looking back at the 2024 NARC Hamfest. Usually held the first to middle of November, the NARC Hamfest is always a good time for all. One of the latter Hamfest in the year, it'd be a great time to find those Ham Radio stocking stuffers, and Christmas presents for the Amateur Radio Operator in your life.

Take a trip with us down a recent section of memory lane as we stroll down the aisles, take a look at several of the tables, and see what was on offer in November of 2024!

Franklin, KD0RSJ
Editor & Photographer/Videographer,
Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn

04/07/2025

Video report on the 2025 SMARC Hamfest held on June 7th, 2025. I made a mistake, and said it was on June 2nd.

Franklin, KD0RSJ
Editor & Photographer/Videographer,
Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn

03/07/2025

Did you go to the 2025 SMARC Hamfest? It was a good time had by all, and I'm sure there were some very good deals made. Southwest Missouri Regional Dispatch had staff on hand to cover the event, and here we bring you 67 photos from the day.

The SMARC Hamfest took place on Saturday June 2nd, from 8 am to 1 pm. The location was at the Salvation Army HQ's gym at 1707 W Chestnut Expressway in Springfield, MO. SMARC has it's Hamfest on the first Saturday in June, just a few weeks before Field Day.

Photos are courteous of Dispatch Photographer Franklin (KD0RSJ).

Franklin, KD0RSJ
Editor & Photographer/Videographer,
Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn

02/07/2025

01/07/2025

Congratulations to the Greene County Sheriff's Office new graduates. Welcome to the Ozarks!

It’s official — they made it.

After months of pushing themselves mentally and physically, Academy Class #5 has crossed the finish line. These future deputies have spent countless hours in the classroom, at the range, and in scenarios preparing for this moment.

Tonight, they took the oath, received their badges, and stepped into their roles as the newest Deputy Sheriffs at the Greene County Sheriff’s Office.

Help us welcome and congratulate Class #5 on this huge accomplishment! 👏👏👏

01/07/2025

Some great pics of TLARC Field Day events. A delightful meal was served to club members. Our board officers, Bill, Jim and Chris should be commended for their hard work and dedication to amateur radio in the lakes area! Tri-Lakes Amateur Radio Club continues to be a leader setting an example for hams everywhere. We are proud of you!