Archive for May, 2016

News

Photos by Senior Airman Larissa Greatwood Gen. Frank Gorenc, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, and Col. Mohamed Lehreitani, Mauritanian air force chief of staff, introduce themselves during an African Air Chiefs Symposium May 9 on Ramstein. The leaders discussed many topics for future partnerships and mutual support.

African Air Chiefs Symposium focuses on mobility

by 1st Lt. Ben Sowers U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa

Air chiefs from 26 African nations gathered for the largest African Air Chiefs Symposium in its 6-year history May 9 to 13 on Ramstein.

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News

Chief Master Sgt. Wright

USAFE-AFAFRICA names new command chief

by Tech. Sgt. Ryan Crane U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa

Chief Master Sgt. Kaleth O. Wright was selected as the new U. S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa command chief master sergeant.

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News

Maj. Gen. Duane A. Gamble, 21st Theater Sustainment Command commanding general, listens to other members of the NTCC during the annual conference May 19. This year, the conference was held in Deidesheim, Germany, with Gamble as the chair. The committee seeks to improve relations and support between member nations in order to increase movement and logistics for military units in Europe.

NTCC celebrates 30 years as Austria assumes helm

Story and photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jacob A. McDonald 21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

DEIDESHEIM, Germany — Senior logistics leaders from 25 countries gathered to share ideas for improving support during exercises, contingencies or operations during the annual National Territorial Commanders Committee meeting May 18 to 20 in Deidesheim, Germany.

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Members of the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron participate in tug of war during the Battle of the Badges competition May 19 on Ramstein. Airmen and Soldiers participated in multiple events to determine the best local police unit. After hours of competition, the 435th Security Forces Squadron was declared the winner.

KMC celebrates National Police Week

Story and photo by Senior Airman Damon Kasberg 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Military law enforcement members from the local area came out to participate in the “Battle of the Badges” competition May 19 on Ramstein.

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Sports

Sports Shorts – May 20, 2016

Bowling center’s anniversary The Ramstein Bowling Center celebrates its 40th anniversary with 40 cent specials. Every Monday in May, shoes; games; hot dogs, limit two; and cookies are available for 40 cents. Mount Everest Climb Challenge Challenge yourself by climbing Mount Everest’s 29,035 feet as many times as you can. […]

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Schools

To get a look at life in an American middle school, 55 eighth-grade students and their teachers from the Reichswald-Gymnasium in Ramstein-Miesenbach spent the day at Ramstein Middle School April 19. RMS students from Justine McCauley’s German I and II classes hosted the students by providing tours of the school, examples of typical classroom instruction, a potluck luncheon and more. This was the ninth year German-language classes at the RMS and the local German school have exchanged visits.

Experiencing American middle school

Photo by David Eldredge
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Schools

School Notes – May 20, 2016

Ramstein’s Got Talent Ramstein High School is holding their 2nd annual “Ramstein’s Got Talent” show at 6:30 p.m. today at RHS. Tickets are $5 at the door. Come out and support these talented students. Summer reading program kickoff Rheinland-Pfalz Library is hosting a summer reading program to encourage reading throughout […]

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News

Community Corner – May 20, 2016

Airman & Family Readiness Center For more information or to sign up for a class, call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 480-5100. MONDAY » A Military Life Cycle briefing: 10 a.m. to noon, A&FRC » Volunteer Excellence Recognition ceremony: 3 p.m., A&FRC TUESDAY » Reintegration briefing: 9 to 10:30 a.m., IDRC […]

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Lifestyle

Mark Your Calendar – May 20, 2016

Events » A German-American friendship fest will take place Saturday through Sunday on Campbell Barracks, Roemerstrasse in Heidelberg. The event features rides, games, music and food specialties. » The Erlenbach fire department will celebrate its 135th anniversary Saturday night and Sunday near Theo-Barth-Halle. A rock concert with Fused will start at 8 […]

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Lifestyle

Photo by City of Kaiserslautern May carnival starts today Kaiserslautern starts its annual “Maikerwe,” or May carnival, at 5 p.m. today at the Messeplatz fairgrounds. More than 140 ride owners and vendors present their attractions, merchandise and food specialties. A fireworks display will be lit around 10 p.m. Through May 30, the rides are open from 1 to 11 p.m. each day and until midnight Saturdays. Some food booths and vendors open at 11 a.m. For details, visit www.kaiserslautern.de.

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights – May 20, 2016

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.

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