February 1, 2026

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via the ARRL: ARRL Director Tharp, KB7HDX, Receives Search-and-Rescue Award

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Mark Tharp, KB7HDX, Director of the ARRL Northwestern Division, has received the Hall of Honor Award for 35 years of service to the Yakima Search and Rescue group.  

Tharp called the award “unexpected and very much appreciated,” adding, “You don’t do volunteer work to get awards, you do it because it’s needed and makes a difference.” 

Tharp was first licensed in 1989 and now holds an Extra Class…

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