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We're America's Hobby Radio Magazine, covering scanning, CB radio, GMRS, FRS, MURS, basic ham radio, broadcast listening and DXing and SWLing -- since 1988! Visit us at https://www.NatComMag.com. We're: First. Fast. Fair.

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❄️ #Winter is just around the corner! Get your #scanner ready to monitor #road conditions before the first flake falls. Dive into live snow-fighting action and stay ahead of the storm. Check out America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine’s must-read guide at NatComMag.com. πŸš—βœ¨

22.11.2025 09:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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SNOW JOKE! ❄️ Get ready for #winter NOW! Prep your #scanner to stay on top of #road conditions before the first #snow falls. Experience live snow-fighting action and stay informed. Read America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine’s essential guide at NatComMag.com. πŸš—βœ¨

22.11.2025 04:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ Prepare for #winter NOW! Get your #scanner ready to stay updated on #road conditions as the first #snow falls. Don’t miss live snow-fighting action β€” be in the know! Dive into America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine’s essential guide for FREE at NatComMag.com. β„οΈπŸš—

21.11.2025 10:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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✨ Don’t let #winter catch you off guard! Get your #scanner prepped NOW to keep tabs on #road conditions when the first #snow falls. Tune in snow-fighting action as it happens! Check out America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine’s must-read primer for FREE at NatComMag.com. β„οΈπŸš—

20.11.2025 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Don't wait for the first #snow of #winter to get your #scanner ready to monitor for road conditions. Be ready to tune in snow-fighting activity when the first flakes fall. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine's primer for free now at NatComMag.com.

Don't wait for the first #snow of #winter to get your #scanner ready to monitor for road conditions. Be ready to tune in snow-fighting activity when the first flakes fall. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine's primer for free now at NatComMag.com.

Don't wait for the first #snow of #winter to get your #scanner ready to monitor for road conditions. Be ready to tune in snow-fighting activity when the first flakes fall. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine's primer for free now at NatComMag.com.

20.11.2025 09:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 News from the #FCC! They've introduced minor updates to regulations governing #CBradio, #HamRadio, #GMRS and business and #PublicSafety radio through their DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! initiative. Check the full story in America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com

09.11.2025 06:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 The #FCC has rolled out minor updates to the rules for #CBradio, #HamRadio, #GMRS and the land mobile services affecting #businesses and #PublicSafety through their DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! initiative. America's #HobbyRadio Magazine's full story at NatComMag.com.

09.11.2025 05:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 The #FCC has made minor changes to the rules for #CBradio, #HamRadio, #GMRS and land mobile services impacting #businesses and #PublicSafety with their DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! initiative. Get the full scoop from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

08.11.2025 06:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The #FCC has taken a spin through the rules for #CBradio, #HamRadio, #GMRS and the land mobile service for #businesses and #PublicSafety and made some changes with its DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! initiative. We have a review that you can read right now at NatComMag.com.

The #FCC has taken a spin through the rules for #CBradio, #HamRadio, #GMRS and the land mobile service for #businesses and #PublicSafety and made some changes with its DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! initiative. We have a review that you can read right now at NatComMag.com.

The #FCC has taken a spin through the rules for #CBradio, #HamRadio, #GMRS and the land mobile service for #businesses and #PublicSafety and made some changes with its DELETE! DELETE! DELETE! initiative. We have a review that you can read right now at NatComMag.com.

06.11.2025 01:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
America's #HobbyRadio Magazine wants to know! What's your favorite #CBradio channel? What channel do you monitor or hang out on? Super Bowl 6? #Emergency 9? #LSB 16? #Highway 19? FM 33? Drop a comment below what channel you use for CB, even if it's a local channel.

America's #HobbyRadio Magazine wants to know! What's your favorite #CBradio channel? What channel do you monitor or hang out on? Super Bowl 6? #Emergency 9? #LSB 16? #Highway 19? FM 33? Drop a comment below what channel you use for CB, even if it's a local channel.

America's #HobbyRadio Magazine wants to know! What's your favorite #CBradio channel? What channel do you monitor or hang out on? Super Bowl 6? #Emergency 9? #LSB 16? #Highway 19? FM 33? Drop a comment below what channel you use for CB, even if it's a local channel.

30.10.2025 16:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Thanks to all our readers and fans! America's #HobbyRadio Magazine is ranked number 10 of all #technology publications on #Substack this week. National Communications Magazine appreciates all the support as we strive to serve radio hobbyists. Go to NatComMag.com.

Thanks to all our readers and fans! America's #HobbyRadio Magazine is ranked number 10 of all #technology publications on #Substack this week. National Communications Magazine appreciates all the support as we strive to serve radio hobbyists. Go to NatComMag.com.

Thanks to all our readers and fans! America's #HobbyRadio Magazine is ranked number 10 of all #technology publications on #Substack this week. National Communications Magazine appreciates all the support as we strive to serve radio hobbyists. Go to NatComMag.com.

29.10.2025 01:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Which #CBradio channel would you rock for #Halloween? Super Bowl Channel 6 for skip? Channel 9 for #emergency help? Channel 19 for #truckers? Maybe Channel 16 for an LSB twist? Drop your costume ideas below! πŸŽƒ Happy Halloween week from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine!

28.10.2025 06:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
For license-free, short-range radios, do you prefer to use FRS at 462/467 MHz or MURS at 151/154 MHz? Both are max 2 watts. MURS offers detachable antennas; FRS doesn't. What's your go-to short-range license-free radio? America's #HobbyRadio Magazine wants to know!

For license-free, short-range radios, do you prefer to use FRS at 462/467 MHz or MURS at 151/154 MHz? Both are max 2 watts. MURS offers detachable antennas; FRS doesn't. What's your go-to short-range license-free radio? America's #HobbyRadio Magazine wants to know!

For license-free, short-range radios, do you prefer to use FRS at 462/467 MHz or MURS at 151/154 MHz? Both are max 2 watts. MURS offers detachable antennas; FRS doesn't. What's your go-to short-range license-free radio? America's #HobbyRadio Magazine wants to know!

28.10.2025 01:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
What CB channel would you dress up as for #Halloween? Super Bowl Channel 6? #Emergency Channel 9? #Truckers Channel 19? LSB Channel 16? FM Channel 33? Let us know in the comments below. Happy Halloween this week from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine! #CBradio

What CB channel would you dress up as for #Halloween? Super Bowl Channel 6? #Emergency Channel 9? #Truckers Channel 19? LSB Channel 16? FM Channel 33? Let us know in the comments below. Happy Halloween this week from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine! #CBradio

What CB channel would you dress up as for #Halloween? Super Bowl Channel 6? #Emergency Channel 9? #Truckers Channel 19? LSB Channel 16? FM Channel 33? Let us know in the comments below. Happy Halloween this week from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine! #CBradio

27.10.2025 08:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
When the #FCC sent a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio licensee recently, we took the agency to task for not revealing many details on the case, which is unusual. Some of our readers have their own opinion, too. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

When the #FCC sent a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio licensee recently, we took the agency to task for not revealing many details on the case, which is unusual. Some of our readers have their own opinion, too. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

When the #FCC sent a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio licensee recently, we took the agency to task for not revealing many details on the case, which is unusual. Some of our readers have their own opinion, too. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

25.10.2025 07:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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When the #FCC issued a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio operator, we couldn’t help but challenge the agency for withholding details β€” a rare move. Our readers have their own thoughts. Read the discussion with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

25.10.2025 07:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Unveiling the #Uniden SDS150 handheld #scanner! Building on the foundation of the SDS100, this radio is loaded with new features like #GPS and #Bluetooth. Don’t miss out on all the exciting details for FREE in America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

25.10.2025 07:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 The #FCC has cited a #Utah #HamRadio operator, and we're not holding back in shining a light on the agency's transparency. Our readers also have strong feelings about this. Join the conversation with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

25.10.2025 07:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The #FCC issued a notice of violation against a #Utah #HamRadio operator and we couldn't resist calling out the agency for their lack of transparency. Our readers have opinions, too. Read the discussion with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

24.10.2025 08:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 Introducing the game-changing #Uniden SDS150 handheld #scanner! Elevating the legacy of the SDS100, this powerhouse comes packed with features like #GPS and #Bluetooth. Dive into all the details for FREE with America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

24.10.2025 08:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🚨 #Uniden has announced its new SDS150 handheld #scanner, setting a new standard. Building on the success of the SDS100, this device is full of features like integrated GPS and Bluetooth. Read the details for FREE with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

24.10.2025 04:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
BREAKING NEWS: #Uniden has unveiled a new #scanner, the SDS150 top-of-the-line handheld. The scanner replaces the SDS100 and offers new features, including built-in #GPS and #Bluetooth. Read all the details for free with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

BREAKING NEWS: #Uniden has unveiled a new #scanner, the SDS150 top-of-the-line handheld. The scanner replaces the SDS100 and offers new features, including built-in #GPS and #Bluetooth. Read all the details for free with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

BREAKING NEWS: #Uniden has unveiled a new #scanner, the SDS150 top-of-the-line handheld. The scanner replaces the SDS100 and offers new features, including built-in #GPS and #Bluetooth. Read all the details for free with America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

23.10.2025 04:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
When the #FCC sent a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio licensee recently, we took the agency to task for not revealing many details on the case, which is unusual. Some of our readers have their own opinion, too. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

When the #FCC sent a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio licensee recently, we took the agency to task for not revealing many details on the case, which is unusual. Some of our readers have their own opinion, too. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

When the #FCC sent a notice of violation to a #Utah #HamRadio licensee recently, we took the agency to task for not revealing many details on the case, which is unusual. Some of our readers have their own opinion, too. Read America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com.

23.10.2025 00:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know that Channel 19 wasn't always the #CBradio #highway channel? Discover the evolution of this iconic channel over the past five decades! Read our latest feature from America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine for free with your email address at NatComMag.com.

23.10.2025 00:05 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Channel 19 wasn't always the choice for #CBradio on the #highway. It changed over 50 years ago. Learn the story behind this in our latest feature from America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine. Don't miss outβ€”read the full article for free with your email address at NatComMag.com.

22.10.2025 23:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Oh, my gosh! We almost forgot! It's 10/20 ... so WHAT'S YOUR 20? Drop your location in the comments below! #CBradio

Oh, my gosh! We almost forgot! It's 10/20 ... so WHAT'S YOUR 20? Drop your location in the comments below! #CBradio

Oh, my gosh! We almost forgot! It's 10/20 ... so WHAT'S YOUR 20? Drop your location in the comments below! #CBradio

21.10.2025 02:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Channel 19 wasn’t always the go-to #CBradio channel for #highway use. This shift took place over 50 years ago. Discover the story behind this change in our latest report from America’s #HobbyRadio Magazine. Access the full article at NatComMag.com.

20.10.2025 06:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Channel 19 hasn't always been the #CBradio channel for #highway use. The change to Channel 19 occurred more than a half-century ago. We tell you how it happened and when in our new report from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com. Use your email address to access it.

Channel 19 hasn't always been the #CBradio channel for #highway use. The change to Channel 19 occurred more than a half-century ago. We tell you how it happened and when in our new report from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com. Use your email address to access it.

Channel 19 hasn't always been the #CBradio channel for #highway use. The change to Channel 19 occurred more than a half-century ago. We tell you how it happened and when in our new report from America's #HobbyRadio Magazine at NatComMag.com. Use your email address to access it.

20.10.2025 06:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Get coax cables into your shack or listening post without drilling through walls! James, N0WRL, from Ham Radio Prep tells you how to install a window feed-through panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D98bQ-Zjgnk

Read about it here: https://hamradioprep.com/install-a-ham-radio-window-feed-through-no-drill-step-by-step/

Get your FCC #HamRadio license the easy way at https://www.HamRadioPrep.com. Use COUPON CODE NatCom20 at checkout for a 20 percent discount on ham license courses or bundles.

Get coax cables into your shack or listening post without drilling through walls! James, N0WRL, from Ham Radio Prep tells you how to install a window feed-through panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D98bQ-Zjgnk Read about it here: https://hamradioprep.com/install-a-ham-radio-window-feed-through-no-drill-step-by-step/ Get your FCC #HamRadio license the easy way at https://www.HamRadioPrep.com. Use COUPON CODE NatCom20 at checkout for a 20 percent discount on ham license courses or bundles.

Coax cables into your shack or listening post without drilling? Install window feed-thru panel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=D98b...

Read: hamradioprep.com/install-a-ha...

Get your #HamRadio license the easy way at HamRadioPrep.com. Use COUPON CODE NatCom20 at checkout for 20% off ham license courses.

08.10.2025 22:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
30 years ago in front of our then-offices in Kettering, Ohio, National Communications Magazine (then National Scanning Report) conducted a cover photo shoot with five different police agencies. It was so realistic that two TV stations covered it. See the end of this video at 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvMnMOMA9bw. The video is raw and features our former editor and publisher Norm Schrein directing the shoot.

30 years ago in front of our then-offices in Kettering, Ohio, National Communications Magazine (then National Scanning Report) conducted a cover photo shoot with five different police agencies. It was so realistic that two TV stations covered it. See the end of this video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvMnMOMA9bw. The video is raw and features our former editor and publisher Norm Schrein directing the shoot.

30 years ago in front of our then-offices in Ohio, NatCom (then National Scanning Report) conducted a cover photo shoot with five police agencies. It was so realistic two TV stations covered it. See video end: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvMn.... The video features former editor Norm Schrein directing.

06.10.2025 07:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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