Archive for February, 2016

News

Photo by James Grell
A train loaded with cargo containers full of ammunition pulls into the railhead at the Theater Logistics Support Center-Europe’s ammunition center. Around 5,000 tons of ammunition, comprising the largest U.S. ammo shipment to Europe in 10 years, were offloaded in the port of Nordenham and transported to the ammunition depot in Miesau Feb. 17 to 19 by the 21st Theater Sustainment Command and the 598th Transportation Brigade.

21st TSC, partners transport largest European ammo shipment in 10 years

by Greg Jones 21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

NORDENHAM, Germany — In the largest single Europe-bound U.S. shipment of ammunition in 10 years, the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, with enterprise partner the 598th Transportation Brigade, transported over 5,000 tons of ammunition from the port of Nordenham to the Theater Logistics Support Center Europe’s ammunition depot in Miesau Feb. 17 to 19.

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News

Senior Airman Daniel Cornwell, 1st Combat Communications Squadron tactical network operations technician, guards a sector at a mock base Feb. 12 on Ramstein. Airmen from the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing's 1st CBCS must be ready to deploy and defend the multimillions of dollars’ worth of equipment they use to ensure information flow.

1st CBSC Airmen train for combat

Photos by Staff Sgt. Armando Schwier-Morales
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Health

Baby teeth are not just for babies

by Senior Airman Aria Gehman 86th Dental Squadron

Cavities in children are increasing as the number of children affected by tooth decay is on the rise.

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Features

Retirees and their spouses pose for a photo during the first retiree luncheon sponsored by the 86th Airlift Wing Retiree Activities Office Feb. 11 on Ramstein. The retiree luncheon was one of many events offered to retirees in the community. The RAO is reaching out to retirees by offering assistance with their new program which enables retirees to assist other retirees in need.

Volunteers strengthen KMC through retiree support

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

Retiring from a long military career can be a satisfying reward. Many people may look forward to retirement, but living in a foreign country may put a strain on a person’s day-to-day life.

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News

German army Brig. Gen. Mark Laubenthal, U.S. Army Europe chief of staff, answers a question from a local educator during the 21st Theater Sustainment Command's internship program kick-off Feb. 17 on Panzer Kaserne. The internship program, being run by the 21st TSC and USAREUR, is an opportunity for local national students to work with U.S. Army agencies for a 90-day period, learning valuable trade skills and best practices.

21st TSC, USAREUR seek local national interns

Story and photos by Greg Jones 21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

The 21st Theater Sustainment Command is seeking qualified local national interns in a number of different specialties as part of a local national intern hiring action that began Feb. 17.

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News

Football coaches meet fans during the 2016 Coaches Tour Feb. 14 on Ramstein. The coaches who attended the tour are Troy Calhoun, Air Force Academy head coach; Chip Kelly, San Francisco 49ers head coach; Chris Creighton, Eastern Michigan University head coach; and Patrick Steenberge, Global Football founder.

Coaches tour Ramstein, meet fans

Photos by Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood
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News

KMC Notices and Events – Feb. 26, 2016

Closures • The 100 percent Munitions Stockpile Inventory will be conducted Wednesday through March 9. During this time, the munitions storage area will be closed to all account custodians. Only emergency issue requests approved by the respective group commander may be submitted. • The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will […]

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Blotter, News

KMC Blotter – Feb. 26, 2016

FEB. 15 10:46 a.m.: Shoplifting on Ramstein. 1 p.m.: Missing persons in Steinwenden. FEB. 16 12:26 a.m.: Domestic disturbance on Vogelweh Family Housing. 8 a.m.: An assault in Bruchmuehlbach-Miesau. FEB. 17 8 a.m.: Larceny of secured government and private property on Ramstein. 10 p.m.: A simple assault on Ramstein. FEB. […]

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Features

Photo by Senior Airman Damon Kasberg
Motorists stop at the Ramstein West Gate to show members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron proper identification to enter the facility. If a member forgots their ID card, it is best to go back home and get it.

Security forces crack down on IDs

by 86th Security Forces Squadron

It’s a feeling of panic and frustration when driving up to the gate and realizing “I can’t find my ID.” After searching every nook and cranny within reach, you decide to just get a pass for the day. It’s easy, right? Well, it’s not as easy as you might think.

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News

Tech. Sgt. David Mitchell, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron payments and construction equipment NCO in charge, assists Senior Airman Kathryn Patchoski, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron police services NCO, with her tax return at the tax center Feb. 18 on Ramstein. The tax center assisted in returning $2.1 million in refunds to their KMC customers in 2014.

Tax center assists, saves, returns funds

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

Through June, the tax center on Ramstein works tirelessly to ensure Airmen, dependents and retirees are able to file their taxes properly and receive return entitlements.

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