SEVILLA – Tucked away in the modern contours of Edificio Ágora, a stone’s throw from the Roman-named Avenida Vía Apia, operates a beacon of civic commitment—the Unión de Radioaficionados de Sevilla (URS). More than just a gathering of hams, EA7URS is a registered public utility association, proudly listed in both national and regional registries, and backed by a decades-long tradition of technical exploration and civic service.
Legal Waves, Tangible Roots
The club’s meticulously documented credentials—Registro Nacional N.º 4049, Junta de Andalucía N.º 41-1-4477, Ayuntamiento de Sevilla N.º 419—underscore a rare blend of institutional recognition and grassroots passion. In a sector often marked by informality, URS exudes an air of officialdom that is as rare as it is reassuring.
Unlike many radio clubs operating from borrowed spaces, URS owns its headquarters: a modest but functional office on the third floor of the Edificio Ágora, open to the public every Tuesday and Thursday. It is here, above the bustle of the Andalusian capital, that the spirit of analog connectivity quietly endures.
Sevilla’s Signal: A Civic Frequency
Under the stewardship of Juan de las Cuevas, URS not only preserves the legacy of amateur radio but does so within the framework of public responsibility. The organization is keen to position itself not just as a hobbyist enclave, but as a cultural and educational asset to the city of Sevilla. Whether in technical training, emergency preparedness, or public exhibitions, URS's operating mode is one of engagement over isolation.
In an age where digital fragmentation reigns, EA7URS offers a surprising counterpoint: a frequency of order, legality, and community service—perhaps not the flashiest signal on the dial, but certainly one of the clearest.
[Connect at www.ea7urs.es or write to secretaria@ea7urs.es for more information.]
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