How it works
A local operator transmits to a repeater within range. That repeater retransmits the signal, and the linked network carries the audio to every connected site, so a station a hundred miles away can hear and respond. A usable path requires working equipment, power, coverage, and functioning links.
Our history
- 2014–2015
Early connections link K5TW in Harrisburg with NI5A in Trumann; WB4KOG’s 145.450 MHz Memphis repeater joins in 2015.
- 2017–2018
NI5A becomes trustee of Jonesboro 146.610 MHz. Crowley’s Ridge Amateur Radio Club forms in 2018.
- 2022
Jonesboro joins via AllStar, establishing the Crowley’s Ridge Link System. Additional repeaters and cross-club cooperation follow.
- 2023
Marion’s 147.150 and 442.150 MHz repeaters and Hughes 444.950 MHz expand the network.
- 2024
Wynne and additional Memphis-area coverage join; collaboration with Mid-South Skywarn begins.
- 2025
Connections expand into Tennessee and Kentucky. Forrest City joins, and the name Mid South Link comes into use.
- 2026
Links extend into Missouri and more Arkansas and Tennessee communities, with additional sites and improved coverage.
Affiliated clubs and organizations
- NWS Memphis Mid-South Skywarn
- Crowley’s Ridge Amateur Radio Club
- Ken-Tenn Amateur Radio Association
- Delta Amateur Radio Club
- Sand Mountain Radio
- Cross County Amateur Radio Club
- Tri-State Repeater Association
- The WATCH Coalition
- Mid-South Amateur Communications