Radio operators seek to advance in class

A couple of residents were trying to see if they had what it takes to move up a level as a Ham radio operator.

On Saturday, the Sweetwater Amateur Radio Club and its amateur radio testing group were busy administering tests to a couple of residents who wanted to move onto the general class level.

Rick Breininger, club member, said volunteer examiners are overseen by the Federal Communications System administration.

These volunteer testers give the 35-question test. To move onto the next level, test takers must get at least 26 questions correct.

The testers must have accredited volunteer examin...