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Fallen service members’ families special on Army posts
Family members of fallen service members now have special parking spots near several facilities in the Baumholder community.
Archive for April, 2013
Sports
Special race for wounded warriors to be held April 30
A special adventure race experience for wounded warriors is scheduled to take place Tuesday here. The event is sponsored by the Wounded Warrior Project, American Red Cross, Army Community Services and Garmisch Outdoor Recreation.
News
Save tax on imported vehicles
U.S. personnel stationed overseas can ship vehicles to the U.S. free of federal tax and duty. This exemption means big savings if you meet three conditions.
News
Baumholder stands up high speed data network
Baumholder stood up a new data network recently that increases the speed and efficiency of network users in Baumholder. The project upgraded and expanded the voice and data communication systems for the entire installation and brought the quartermaster and clinic areas onto the fiber network.
Lifestyle
Avignon: historical hotspot of France
Visiting the provence and the French city of Avignon is like experiencing a time warp. Founded on hundreds of years of history, the entire region reflects its ancient heritage through its architecture and culture. One could say it’s a true “Roman holiday.”
Lifestyle
Witches to play tricks Tuesday on ‘Hexennacht’
The night of April 30 is known as “Hexennacht,” or witches night. On Hexennacht, those living off base should keep a watchful eye on their houses and vehicles Tuesday night. Customarily, children and teenagers play tricks on their neighbors.
Features
Father presents son with combat patch
During wartime, receiving your first combat patch is a significant, time-honored tradition for a Soldier, but not more so than for Spc. Francisco Rodriguez, an information technology specialist with the 580th Signal Company located in Schweinfurt, Germany.
Lifestyle
New procedures for Ramstein Bazaar food vendor applicants
Preparations for the 49th annual Ramstein Welfare Bazaar have already begun. Mark your calendars for Sept. 12 to 15.
Schools
VES students mark Earth Day with letters to editor
To commemorate Earth Day April 22, and throughout the week, students at Vogelweh Elementary School participated in several environmentally friendly projects, including a school-wide cleanup project. As a special assignment, one group of fourth graders composed letters to the editor, which are printed here.
Lifestyle
Ramstein holds trade fair this weekend
Ramstein-Miesenbach’s sales promotion agency will sponsor its 14th trade fair Saturday and Sunday in the center of town and at the local culture and convention center, Haus des Bürgers. Local businesses, shops and stores will show off their services, merchandise and products
