As of April 10, 2025, all Arizona repeaters on the Southwest Communications Radio System now operate in standalone mode by default. This change encourages more… Read More »Arizona Repeaters Now in Standalone Mode
The SWCRS is conducting its annual traffic and utilization survey; the survey is available to all members of the public – SWCRS members or not.… Read More »SWCRS Traffic & Utilization Survey
Operators: Event Overview: The SWCRS (Southwest Community Radio System) had a blast participating in the ARRL Field Day on Mt. Graham, Arizona. Picture this: overcast… Read More »’24 ARRL Field Day Summary
When you’re using the Southwest Community Radio System (SWCRS) repeater network, it’s important to follow a few simple courtesies to keep things running smoothly for… Read More »Respecting Repeater Etiquette
Repairs have been completed on the Pinal Peak repeater, which was off-network for several months. The network connection was disrupted due to a UPS failure… Read More »Pinal Peak Repairs
On April 19 at approximately 4:05 pm, Priority Watch team members heard a distress call from astranded motorist. The motorist was stuck on a forest… Read More »Priority Watch Team Assists Stranded Motorist
Introduction This guide is to help new GMRS users interested in becoming members of the SWCRS. There are three ways to become a member of… Read More »SWCRS Primer : A Guide for Prospective Members
Dear Readers, As we get closer to putting a bow on 2023; we wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to all of… Read More »Thank You!
The ARRL and FCC have granted us an Amateur Club Station Callsign; coordinated amateur activities involving the SWCRS will use the call sign: N7GMR Why… Read More »SWCRS Granted Amateur Club Station Callsign
We’re working on putting up an Amateur Radio DMR repeater in the northwest side of Tucson. This machine will be available to amateur radio operators… Read More »Coming Soon: SWCRS’ First DMR Repeater