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Chief Master Sgt. Kathi Glascock, U.S. Air Forces in Europe Kisling Noncommissioned Officer Academy commandant, discusses the Airman Leadership School program with Lt. Col. Aliou Faye, Senegal Air Force chief of the Human Resources Division, about how ALS promotes a learning environment and open discussion at the Kisling NCOA on Kapaun Air Station, Feb. 16. On average, 595 students complete ALS on Vogelweh Military Complex every year. Photo by Airman 1st Class Kristof J. Rixmann

Senegalese Air Force senior leadership visit Spangdahlem, Ramstein

by 1st Lt. Casey Rodriguez
52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Four Senegalese Air Force senior representatives visited both the 86th Airlift Wing at Ramstein Air Base and the 52nd Fighter Wing at Spangdahlem Air Base, Feb. 11 to 16. The group toured a wide variety of base facilities, offices, and professional education centers to get an idea of how the […]

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5 Soldiers inducted into Sgt. Morales Club

5 Soldiers inducted into Sgt. Morales Club

Story and photo by Mary Ann Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs

  Five accomplished, enlisted Soldiers displaying character, commitment and leadership were inducted into the Rheinland-Pfalz Sergeant Morales Club, March 5, at Armstrong’s Club, Vogelweh. SMC admits the ranks of corporal through sergeant first class demonstrating excellence among enlisted leaders in Europe. This year’s inductees included Sgt. Kadarius M. English, 212th […]

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The Knight’s Brigade poses in front of the Reichtag Feb. 22. The 16th Sustainment Brigade staff rode to Berlin Feb. 20 to 23 and took part in guided tours, seminars, and visits to sites of the Battle of Berlin. The ride concluded with an outing to the American Embassy.

Knight’s Brigade develops leaders through Berlin staff ride

Story and photos by Sgt. 1st Class Michael O’Brien
16th Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs

BERLIN — The 16th Sustainment Brigade conducted a staff ride to Berlin, Feb. 20 to 23, taking part in guided tours, seminars, and visits to sites of the Battle of Berlin. The ride concluded with an outing to the U.S. Embassy.

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Airmen assigned to the 21st Operational Weather Squadron stand for a photo Feb. 14 on Kapaun Air Station. The Airmen were a vital part of documenting and alerting Department of Defense personnel in Europe of record-breaking winter storm Friederike which struck western Europe. — Photo by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh

21st OWS: Writers of the storm

by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Planning for operations in the military takes information from multiple sources including weather. When 4,000 troops were at risk due to a record-breaking storm, Airmen from the 21st Operational Weather Squadron sprang into action. They began tracking winter storm Friederike from infancy to a record storm persisting three days in northern Europe Jan. 17 to 19.

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Grow speech skills with Toastmasters

Grow speech skills with Toastmasters

Story and photos by Senior Airman Devin Boyer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The fear of standing in front of a crowd and addressing any topic can be daunting, especially for those with little experience in public speaking. Toastmasters’ Ramstein Speakers Association remedies that by preparing individuals for these situations.

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‘I wanted my life back’ — An Airman’s recovery after a mysterious diagnosis

‘I wanted my life back’ — An Airman’s recovery after a mysterious diagnosis

by Shireen Bedi
Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — A mysterious pain in Chief Master Sgt. Chad Caden’s right foot led to years of pain, uncertainty, and a life-changing decision that proved to be the best one he ever made. Caden’s recovery and return to active duty reinforces the Air Force Medical Service’s commitment to its Airmen and patient-centered care.

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Core values apply even on internet

Core values apply even on internet

Photo and story by Senior Airman Joshua Magbanua
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Since the late 1990s, people around the world have used social media networks to share their ideas and connect with friends. People from all walks of life, including the military, use social media to band together and form online communities. However, social media also became a place for people to […]

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Customs clearance a must when selling cars, guns in Germany

by Robert Szostek
U.S. Army Customs Agency - Europe Public Affairs Office

U.S. personnel must get a “Permit to Transfer” when selling or giving a U.S. Army Europe-plated vehicle to a non-ID cardholder in Germany. Failure to get the permit could lead to serious complications with German customs authorities.

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Children who read succeed

Children who read succeed

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Kristof Rixmann
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Volunteers from the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron will read with children every Tuesday through June 5 at Vogelweh Elementary School on Vogelweh Military Complex.

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Baumholder CID calls on commanders, community members to help combat fraud

Baumholder CID calls on commanders, community members to help combat fraud

by Erinn Burgess
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Installation Management Command Directorate

Fraud committed by Soldiers can result in a loss of thousands of dollars to the U.S. government every year. That’s why U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz is taking measures to combat this crime before it begins.

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