Meshcore¶
MeshCore lets neighbors connect directly with one another using radio for text messaging, creating a resilient local network that doesn't rely on cellular service or the internet.
Whether you're interested in emergency preparedness, experimenting with new technology, or simply meeting like-minded people, MeshCore is a great way to get involved. As we expand coverage throughout the valley and surrounding mountains, you'll also gain a new appreciation for Roanoke's unique topography—discovering how ridgelines, peaks, and valleys shape radio communications while exploring the region in the process.
Looking for your first companion radio?¶
Check out the getting started radio recommendations.
Meshcore is growing in our area¶
Aug 2026 - Pax and Dale recently posted pictures of the Potts Mountain repeater being updated in discord.
Aug 2026 - Meshcore repeaters have been slowly popping up and coverage is getting better.
Please use discord to report in if you are building out MC somewhere in our area.
Local Channels¶
Use the following channels to chat with fellow mesh users in the area. The recommended region will be added if you use the 'Click to add' link. If you want to add a region to an existing channel, see here for details.
| Channel | Region | Note |
|---|---|---|
| #us-southeast Click to add |
none yet | Southeast US |
| #va Click to add |
none yet | VA State |
| #swva Click to add |
none yet | Southwest Virginia, Richlands Area |
| #southwestva Click to add |
none yet | Southwest Virginia, Roanoke Area |
| #newrivervalley Click to add |
us-va-sw | New River Valley area |
| #va-pulco Click to add |
us-va-sw | Pulaski County VA area |
| #roanokeva Click to add |
us-va | Roanoke VA area |
| #cavespringva Click to add |
us-va-sw | Neighborhood |
| #covingtonva Click to add |
none yet | Covington VA area |
| #lynchbug Click to add |
us-va | Lynchburg VA area |
| #goblin Click to add |
none yet | Local AI Bot, ready to answer your questions |
| #cavebot Click to add |
us-va | Region test messages sent @ 8:30AM & 8:30PM |
More Topic Channels¶
| Channel | Region Scope | Note |
|---|---|---|
| #test Click to add |
none yet | Send the word '$test' for bot responses |
| #hamradio Click to add |
none yet | Amateur radio enthusiasts |
| #bot Click to add |
none yet | Chat/AI bots |
| #wardriving Click to add |
none yet | Track wardriving users |
| #wx Click to add |
none yet | Weather bots |
| #weather Click to add |
none yet | Weather bots |
| #linux Click to add |
none yet | Linux Users Group |
| #uplate Click to add |
none yet | Chat for night owls |
| #news Click to add |
none yet | News events |
More questions or comments?¶
See the community page for email and discord links.