Here's how I do mobile signal checks!

This is a 35' pneumatic mast that I have mounted on my old Chevy Pickup. I have a pan and tilt head mounted on top along with a platform for cameras and/or antennas.  Usually I have a WiFi hotspot antenna installed so that I can provide Internet access to those around me. It comes in handy at events and public service work.  When doing emergency service / ARES work, I will install Ham radio antennas. I can have a repeater online in just a few minutes.  Also in the truck are a source of 110 V AC power and an air compressor with tank for raising the mast.

Exclusive pictures and video from the Cobb County Police SWAT standoff at Ridenour Apartments on March 9th, 2005

Mr. Monk meets Mr. Fowler
Ralph with Golden Globe winner Tony Shalhoub, the star of USA's hit series "Monk" at the Atlanta premiere of Tony's movie: Made-Up on March 5. Tony's also known for his roles in: Men in Black, Spy Kids, Galaxy Quest, plus the lovable taxi driver in the series "Wings". (MORE)

Goodbye, Childhood Friend

The late Dr. Barry Flannery, associate professor in the Mathematics Department at Southern Polytechnic University, was remembered fondly January 29th, 2004. Family, friends, students, and colleagues gathered in the University's Library Rotunda for a memorial that inspired laughs, sobs, and moments of quiet contemplation. I was not able to be present, but will still always remember Barry in many, many of my own special ways. (MORE)

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