Archive for September, 2015

Lifestyle

Courtesy photo
Pumpkin contest
The Gartenschau Kaiserslautern presents the Seventh Rheinland-Pfalz Pumpkin Weighing Championship at 1 p.m. Sunday near the Gartenschau Kaiserslautern entrance. Breeders will present their pumpkins, and besides the heaviest, the nicest pumpkin will also be awarded. For more information, visit www.gartenschau-kl.de.

Farm fest highlights fresh products, arts, crafts

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A farm fest featuring a creative market will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 26 and 27 at the Hitscherhof farm located between Thaleischweiler and Rieschweiler.

September 17, 2015 ×

Lifestyle

Photo by City of Kaiserslautern
Children can get their faces painted and enjoy games on Saturday during the children’s fest in the “Altstadt” of Kaiserslautern.

Old town children’s fest highlights little one’s rights

Courtesy of Kaiserslautern City Administration

In observation of world Children’s Day, the 20th annual Kinderaltstadtfest, children’s fest in the old part of town, will take place from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 19 in Kaiserslautern.

September 17, 2015 ×

News

Photo by Staff Sgt. Whitney Stanfield
Senior Air Force leaders cut a ribbon during the Air Force Association's Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 14. The ribbon-cutting ceremony kicked off the conference and opening of the exhibit hall.

SecAF explores history, future of aerospace nation at AFA

by Master Sgt. Amaani Lyle Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

WASHINGTON — In her remarks at the Air Force Association’s Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept. 14, the Air Force’s top civilian said the service will need to reduce bureaucracy, enhance innovation and invest in its people to successfully expand, advance and reinvent the aerospace nation.

September 17, 2015 ×

News

Airmen from the 86th Comptroller Squadron work together during a game of tug-of-war for the Commander’s Challenge Sept. 9 on Ramstein. The 86th Airlift Wing staff agencies and 86th CPTS placed second overall in the Commander’s Challenge.

Commander’s Challenge 2015

Photos by Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood and Staff Sgt. Sharida Jackson

Airmen from the 86th Comptroller Squadron work together during a game of tug-of-war for the Commander’s Challenge Sept. 9 on Ramstein. The 86th Airlift Wing staff agencies and 86th CPTS placed second overall in the Commander’s Challenge.

September 17, 2015 ×

Features

Courtesy photo
Shoppers check out items offered at the Ramstein Bazaar in September 2014.

It’s time to shop: Ramstein Bazaar is here

Courtesy of the Ramstein Bazaar

The Ramstein Bazaar has been a staple event at Ramstein Air Base since 1965 — more than half century. Since its inception, the bazaar has been the place to find one-of-a-kind treasures.

September 17, 2015 ×

News

Airmen and Soldiers parachute from an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules over Alzey drop zone Aug. 31 in Germany. More than 20 Air Force independent duty medical technicians, security forces members and Army Special Forces paratroopers descended to the ground to quickly respond to a simulated medical emergency.

Forces train on airborne medevac

Story and photos by Senior Airman Nicole Sikorski 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

On a dirt road intersection, emergency response vehicles were parked, waiting for what would come in the approaching minutes.

September 17, 2015 ×

News

New Army Reserve Movement Control Battalion traces back to World War II

New Army Reserve Movement Control Battalion traces back to World War II

Story and photos by Lt. Col. Jefferson Wolfe 7th Civil Support Command Public Affairs Officer

The Army Reserve’s 7th Civil Support Command activated three units during a Sunday afternoon ceremony.

September 17, 2015 ×

News

Courtesy photos
Brig. Gen. Arlan DeBlieck, commanding general of the Army Reserve’s 7th Civil Support Command, speaks to students, parents and teachers Sept. 10 at Kaiserslautern High School’s open house.

KHS parents, teachers meet during open house

by Lt. Col. Jefferson Wolfe 7th Civil Support Command Public Affairs Officer

Academic success starts with parental involvement, the commanding general of the 7th Civil Support Command told a group of high school parents and students.

September 17, 2015 ×

News

Courtesy photo of the Department of Defense
President Barack Obama holds a Worldwide Troop Talk Sept. 11 from Fort Meade, Md.

President reflects on 9/11 at Worldwide Troop Talk

by Amaani Lyle Department of Defense News

FORT MEADE, Md. — On the 14th anniversary of 9/11, President Barack Obama, in gratitude for military members who’ve served after the nation’s darkest day, hosted a global, multimedia, Worldwide Troop Talk live from Defense Media Activity studios in Fort Meade, Md.

September 17, 2015 ×

Commentary, News

Air Force graphic

AF celebrates 68 years, calls for continued innovation

by Gen. Frank Gorenc U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander

This year marks the Air Force’s 68th birthday, and I wanted to send out greetings and a hearty thank you to all U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Airmen for your successes over the past year; it’s been an incredibly busy time!

September 17, 2015 ×
Rates provided courtesy Community Bank