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        <title>Provo Auxiliary Communications Team Blog</title>
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            <title><![CDATA[November Interface Date Change]]></title>
            <link>https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/08/19/interface-date-change/</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The November PACT Interface Meeting has been rescheduled to November 18, 2026, at Provo Fire Station 22.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The upcoming PACT Interface Meeting has been rescheduled. Please update your calendars with the new date.</p>
<h3 class="anchor anchorTargetStickyNavbar_Vzrq" id="new-meeting-date">New Meeting Date<a href="https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/08/19/interface-date-change/#new-meeting-date" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to New Meeting Date" title="Direct link to New Meeting Date" translate="no">​</a></h3>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> November 18, 2026<br>
<strong>Time:</strong> 7:00–8:00 PM<br>
<strong>Location:</strong> Provo Fire Station 22 – Community Room<br>
<strong>Address:</strong> 2737 N Canyon Rd, Provo, UT 84604</p>
<p>We look forward to seeing you there!</p>
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            <title><![CDATA[Weekly Training Net Format Change]]></title>
            <link>https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/07/21/net-format-change/</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The PACT Weekly Training Net now begins with check-ins on 439.800 MHz simplex before moving to the '47 Repeater for announcements, traffic, and training.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The PACT Weekly Training Net has a new format!</p>
<p>The net will continue to be held every Wednesday at 2030 hrs (8:30 PM), but we will now use a two-part format.</p>
<h2 class="anchor anchorTargetStickyNavbar_Vzrq" id="1-check-ins">1. Check-Ins<a href="https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/07/21/net-format-change/#1-check-ins" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to 1. Check-Ins" title="Direct link to 1. Check-Ins" translate="no">​</a></h2>
<p>The net will begin with member check-ins on:</p>
<p><strong>439.800 MHz Simplex</strong></p>
<p>After check-ins are complete, participants will switch to the <strong>'47 Repeater</strong> for the remainder of the net.</p>
<h2 class="anchor anchorTargetStickyNavbar_Vzrq" id="2-announcements--training">2. Announcements &amp; Training<a href="https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/07/21/net-format-change/#2-announcements--training" class="hash-link" aria-label="Direct link to 2. Announcements &amp; Training" title="Direct link to 2. Announcements &amp; Training" translate="no">​</a></h2>
<p>The second portion of the net will include announcements, traffic, and a weekly training topic on the '47 Repeater:</p>
<p><strong>'47 Repeater</strong><br>
<strong>RX:</strong> 444.325 MHz<br>
<strong>TX:</strong> 449.325 MHz<br>
<strong>CTCSS:</strong> 100.0 Hz</p>
<p>Members are encouraged to participate each Wednesday to practice radio procedures, stay informed, and build familiarity with PACT communications.</p>
<p>For complete net information and procedures, visit the <a class="" href="https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/docs/training/weekly-training-net/">Weekly Training Net</a> page.</p>
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            <title><![CDATA[PACT Apparel Now Available]]></title>
            <link>https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/05/21/pact-apparel-now-available/</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[PACT-branded shirts, hats, vests, patches, and other apparel are now available for members to order.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>PACT-branded apparel is now available for members to order!</p>
<p>Members can choose from a variety of PACT clothing and gear, including shirts, hats, vests, patches, and other items.</p>
<p>Wearing PACT apparel helps identify team members and promotes a consistent, professional team presence during training, public service events, and emergency operations.</p>
<p>Visit the PACT Clothing page to view available items, ordering information, and current options.</p>
<div style="margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:2rem;text-align:center"><a href="https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/docs/resources/clothing/" class="button button--primary button--lg"><p>View PACT Apparel</p></a></div>
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            <title><![CDATA[PACT Is Now On LinkedIn]]></title>
            <link>https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/03/04/pact-is-on-linkedin/</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Connect with the Provo Auxiliary Communications Team on LinkedIn and add your PACT service to your Volunteer Experience.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>PACT is now on LinkedIn!</p>
<p>PACT members can add the Provo Auxiliary Communications Team to the Volunteer Experience section of their LinkedIn profiles. It's a great way to highlight your volunteer service, emergency communications experience, and commitment to community preparedness.</p>
<div style="text-align:center;margin:1.5rem 0"><img src="https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/img/linkedin.jpg" alt="PACT listed as volunteer experience on LinkedIn" style="width:100%;max-width:800px;border-radius:10px"></div>
<p>If you serve with PACT, consider adding the team to your profile and following the PACT LinkedIn page for team updates and information.</p>
<div style="margin-top:1.5rem;margin-bottom:2rem;text-align:center"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/provo-auxiliary-communications-team-pact/about/" class="button button--primary button--lg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><p>Visit PACT on LinkedIn</p></a></div>
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            <title><![CDATA[PACT Telegram Group]]></title>
            <link>https://provoauxiliarycommunicationsteam.com/announcements/2026/01/01/pact-telegram-group/</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Join the PACT Telegram group for team announcements, training updates, activation notifications, and other important communications.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Telegram is PACT's primary platform for team announcements, training updates, activation notifications, and other important communications.</p>
<p>All PACT members are encouraged to join the group so they can stay informed and receive timely information from the team.</p>
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