Archive for February, 2017

News

Active-duty members and Kaiserslautern Military Community’s Biggest Loser challenge participants go rock climbing Jan. 25 on Ramstein. Whether participants are looking for a new fitness regimen or want to knock off the holiday weight, classes such as rock climbing, spinning and yoga are offered to people during the KMC’s ‘Biggest Loser’ challenge.

KMC climbs into Biggest Loser challenge

Photos by Airman 1st Class Savannah L. Waters

Active-duty members and Kaiserslautern Military Community’s Biggest Loser challenge participants go rock climbing Jan. 25 on Ramstein. Whether participants are looking for a new fitness regimen or want to knock off the holiday weight, classes such as rock climbing, spinning and yoga are offered to people during the KMC’s ‘Biggest Loser’ challenge.

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Features

Tech. Sgt. Christine Berrios, 721st Aerial Port Squadron unit training manager, conducts an Air Force Training Course Jan. 27 on Ramstein. UTMs are responsible for managing the training program of their unit.

Investing in Ramstein’s Airmen: UTMs lay foundation for excellence

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

In order for a mission to be successful, all must know what they are doing — and do it well.

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Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond L. Brown, the senior enlisted leader for the 7th Mission Support Command, hosts a senior enlisted leadership forum for more than a dozen 7th MSC senior enlisted leaders and noncommissioned officers Jan. 23.

7th MSC CSM hosts senior enlisted leadership forum

Story and photos by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chlosta 7th Mission Support Command Public Affairs Office

Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond L. Brown, the senior enlisted leader for the 7th Mission Support Command on Daenner Kaserne, hosted a senior enlisted leadership forum for more than a dozen 7th MSC senior enlisted leaders and noncommissioned officers, Jan. 22 to 24. The SEL forum included training and topical discussion […]

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Features

You can be disciplined for what you post

by Capt. Renee Darville 21st Theater Sustainment Command Office of the Staff Judge Advocate

Just about everyone today has some kind of social media account such as Facebook, Instagram, a personal blog or other online presence. There are limitations though on service members’ speech beyond limitations established over time by First Amendment jurisprudence. In other words, speech that is protected by the First Amendment in a civilian context may be prohibited in the Armed Forces when it undermines good order and discipline or discredits the military in some way. Limitations are often context-dependent.

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Photo by Mary Davis
People attending the grand opening of the new Army and Air Force Exchange Service distribution center at Germersheim Army Depot receive a tour of the warehouses. The new location is expected to improve speed of service due to its convenient location.

Germersheim is new hub for AAFES distribution center

Courtesy of Army and Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs

GERMERSHEIM ARMY DEPOT — The Army and Air Force Exchange Service ushered in a new era of service for troops and military families throughout Europe and Southwest Asia as it opened its newest distribution center at the Germersheim Army Depot on Feb. 1.

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Photos by Lutz Andres
A Directorate of Public Works Environmental Division instructor topples a barrel of simulated hazardous liquid during spill response training in Germersheim. The Environmental Division provides two-day classroom and hands-on training to help minimize the effects of hazardous material spills on the environment.

DPW conducts hazardous spill response to protect environment

by Tiffany Lanigan U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs

While some may consider hot coffee on their shirt in the morning a hazardous spill, it’s not quite the same as some of the other liquids and chemicals that may need to be cleaned up in the event of an accident. The Environmental Division of the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz’s […]

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Lifestyle

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Tuesday lovers observe Valentine’s Day

by Petra Lessoing 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Red hearts in department stores, flower shops, candy stores, bakeries and window displays signal Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Tuesday is the day for lovers and a day of friendship.

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Lifestyle

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Fasching parade in Pirmasens
For the third time, a Fasching parade in Pirmasens will take place Sunday. It starts at 1:11 p.m. on the street Im Erlenteich and leads to Messplatz, where a stage will be set up. A disc jockey and bands will provide the musical entertainment.  Food and beverage booths will be available.

Was ist Los? KMC Cultural Highlights – Feb. 10, 2017

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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Lifestyle

Mark Your Calendar – Feb. 10, 2017

Events » A lodging furniture sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the parking garage of Bldg. 3336 on Ramstein.  Items include mattress sets, sleeper sofas, lounge chairs and more. U.S. dollar cash only, and all items must be picked […]

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Community Corner – Feb. 10, 2017

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 Workshop — Separatees: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., A&FRC » Understanding TSP: 9 to 10 a.m., A&FRC TUESDAY » Transition GPS Workshop — Separatees: 8 […]

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