Archive for February, 2009

Commentary

Commander’s Action line

Col. Don

Q I’m told the base policy prevents installing a satellite and AFN decoder at my office or at my on-base home, which limits my ability to enjoy the full array of AFN-Europe services. So, instead of the full range of audio and video channels, I can only view the standard […]

February 20, 2009 ×

Commentary

2008: What a year!

by Gen. Roger A. Brady
U.S. Air Forces in Europe commander

It has been an incredible experience for me to lead the many wonderful
and talented Airmen of USAFE. I remain honored to serve with you here
in this exciting place during these remarkable times. There is no place
my wife, Litha, or I would rather be.

February 20, 2009 ×

News

BASH program protects flightline from feathered foes

BASH program protects flightline from feathered foes

by Airman 1st Class Kenny Holston
435th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

Droves of birds scattered in all directions as the sound of gunshots
rang through the air in preparation for a C-5 Galaxy takeoff.

February 20, 2009 ×

Sports

Bodyslam, Backbreaker and Moonsault

Bodyslam, Backbreaker and Moonsault

For the first time ever, German wrestling superstars will make a stop in Kaiserslautern to show everyone why these modern gladiators have such a large following around the globe. The action in the ring takes place Saturday in the Burgherrenhalle, Burgherrenstr. 67661, in Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken. Doors open at 6 p.m. and […]

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Lifestyle

Altweiberfasching

Altweiberfasching

by Petra Lessoing
435th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

hursday is the day when men should beware of women.

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Schools

Job shadow day through the eyes of a fifth-grader

Job shadow day through the eyes of a fifth-grader

by Autumn June
Kaiserslautern Elementary School fifth-grader

My friends are always telling me how lucky I am because I got to shadow my mom for National Groundhog Job Shadow Day. 

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Features

Father, son promote African American History Month

Father, son promote African American History Month

by Airman Alexandria Mosness
435th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

A 30-year-old wooden name plate might not mean a lot to many

people, but to one Airman, the carved wood with the engraved words

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News

Checkpoints go beyond DUIs

Checkpoints go beyond DUIs

by Master Sgt. Steve Horton
435th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

People entering Ramstein in the early morning hours Saturday were
greeted with a surprise DUI and drug demand checkpoint operation
conducted by the 435th Security Forces Squadron, the Drug Demand
Reduction office, various first sergeants and volunteer
non-commissioned officers.

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Lifestyle

Paige’s Picks

Paige’s Picks

Athen Griechisches Restaurant Restaurant review Tucked in the middle of Ramstein Village is a cozy little treasure trove of Greek delights. Athen Griechisches Restaurant is my go-to dinner spot. My friends and I like to spend a few hours talking, eating and having a very relaxing night. It is easy […]

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Lifestyle

Movie listing

Today “Nothing Like the Holidays” (PG-13) 3:30 p.m. (G) “He’s Just Not That Into You” (PG-13) 7 and 10:30 p.m. (G) “The Day the Earth Stood Still” (PG-13) 7 p.m. (H) “Four Christmases” (PG-13) 3:30 p.m. (N) “Taken” (PG-13) 7 and 10:30 p.m. (N) Saturday “The Day the Earth Stood […]

February 13, 2009 ×