2m has been open with loud signals for at least 3 hours now. Best DX to West was W1IPL DM62 and to East VE3AX FN02. I can't be here early evening tonight so look for outstanding DX between about 6 and 9 pm CST. Humorous note: I found out about the AU by hearing K0LR near Aitkin, MN on 20m via AU. SSB is sure a lot easier to copy via AU at that low frequency! 73, CJ K0CJ