The Johnston Amateur Radio Society was formed in September of 1975. The “JARS” group has come a long way in its 40 year history. A monthly newsletter is sent to the membership to keep everyone informed of the current events.

The Johnston Amateur Radio Society has exclusive rights to call the AK4H repeater (147.270 Mhz) home. The repeater is located on the WRAL/WRDC TV tower in Auburn, NC. The repeater is actually owned by the Auburn Repeater Corporation which is comprised of JARS members.

Upcoming Events

JARS Christmas Party & Dirty Santa Gift Exchange

JARS will be having its Annual Christmas Party December 18th, 2025 at Mulligan’s Arcade and Tavern – 176 Bratton Dr, Garner, NC 27529. Tell them your with the JARS Group and they will direct you to the room.

We will be doing a Dirty Santa Gift Exchange (PG Gifts Only) Remember this is a family event when you select your gift. The max cost of your gift is $35.
Rules for Dirty Santa can be found at https://jars.net/dirty-santa
Come join the JARS fellowship and festivities December 18th. 2025

Remember to check the Calendar for upcoming events!

Dec 18th – JARS Christmas Party – Starts at 7 pm. Arrive early to get your food and be able to enjoy the fellowship and festivity’s. –
Mulligan’s Arcade and Tavern – 176 Bratton Dr, Garner, NC 27529
Every Night @ 8:30pm – Jars Net – Nightly Rag-Chew @ 147.270 Mhz
Every Tuesday Night @ 9pm – JARS Preparedness Net
Every Wednesday Night @ 8:30pm – JARS Net & Trader’s Net
Every 2nd Thursday is the JARS Officers/Board Meeting – Email n
Every 3rd Thursday is the JARS Monthly Meeting **NEW MEETING LOCATION** – Mulligan’s Arcade and Tavern – 176 Bratton Dr, Garner, NC 27529 – Please arrive 6 – 6:30PM to eat prior to the 7pm Meeting. Hope to see you all there.

Announcements

NEW MEETING LOCATION STARTING Dec 18th 2025. Mulligan’s Arcade and Tavern – 176 Bratton Dr, Garner, NC 27529 Click here for directions