Archive for May, 2015

Features

Ricky Shepherd, U.S. Army Customs Europe customs inspector, examines a passenger’s weapon case in the Ramstein Passenger Terminal April 14 on Ramstein. Customs members search baggage for prohibited items such as drugs, meats, cheeses and unauthorized weapons.

Customs agents safeguard nation’s environment, people

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

After a long flight to Ramstein, most people focus their minds on getting up to stretch, leaving the aircraft and meeting loved ones at the gate.

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Courtesy graphic

Air Force leaders issue Memorial Day message

Courtesy of Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

WASHINGTON — Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III send the following Memorial Day message to the Airmen of the U.S. Air Force and their families:

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A Security Forces Airman teaches a child hands-on self-defense during a display held in honor of National Police Week.

KMC honors National Police Week

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Tryphena Mayhugh 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

In 1962, in honor of fallen law enforcement members, President Kennedy declared May 15 as National Peace Officer Memorial Day and the week in which that day falls on, as National Police Week.

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U.S. Air Force and Army service members light a candle to honor the memories of deceased children during the Kindergraves memorial service May 16 in Kaiserslautern. Representatives from Ramstein and the host nation serve as co-chairs for the Kaiserslautern Kindergraves Memorial Foundation which maintains open communication with families, preserves historical archives, conducts ceremonies and provides oversight to site maintenance.

KMC remembers children at Kindergraves ceremony

Story and photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Stefanko 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. service members gathered alongside German community members to honor 451 children who passed away during the years 1951 to 1971 as part of the Kindergraves memorial service May 16 in Kaiserslautern.

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AFOSI agent displays service before self

AFOSI agent displays service before self

by Airman 1st Class Tryphena Mayhugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The “whole-person” concept is the idea within the Air Force in that Airmen not only perform their jobs, but strive to go above and beyond meeting minimum requirements, achieving personal and professional growth, and being an active member in their local communities.

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Features

Job Shadow Day

Job Shadow Day

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Sports

Sports Shorts – Events and Notices

USAG cross country 10 miler Are you a long distance runner or practicing for a marathon? The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Cross Country Invitational 10 miler will be held on Saturday. Registration for the run is from 9 to 10:15 a.m. on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Bldg. 370. The run begins at 10:30 […]

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News

Community Corner

Airman & Family Readiness Center For more information or to sign up for a class, call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 480-5100. MONDAY » Transition GPS — Retirees: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., A&FRC » Ramstein Spouses orientation: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., A&FRC » USAJobs Workshop: 1 to 3 p.m., […]

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Lifestyle

Mark Your Calendar – May 15, 2015

Events » A free comedy show featuring comedian and talk show host George Lopez is on Saturday at Hangar 3, Bldg. 2310. Doors open at 7, show starts at 9 p.m. This show is for ages 18 and older; ID cards will be checked. Seating is limited and no outside alcohol […]

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Lifestyle

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The following is a list of performances and events happening in the KMC and nearby locations. Dates are subject to change. Performing arts: Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern: • “Everyman,” a rock mystery with the progressive metal band Vanden Plas, 7:30 p.m. today and June 6, and 6 p.m. May 24 and June […]

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