News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany EDITOR’S NOTE: This article serves as an update to an article originally published, Nov. 20 “Moving expenses now taxable for civilian employees.” Further updates can be found here: https://www.kaiserslauternamerican.com/new-guidance-on-taxable-moving-expenses-for-civilians/ The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, passed in December 2017, eliminated the moving expense deduction for civilian employees. For tax years […]
One of the biggest challenges we face during the holidays is eating healthy. We are more likely to indulge at this time of year at holiday parties, family meals and Christmas markets. Many of the typical holiday foods and beverages provide us with minimal essential nutrients and are high in […]
As many of us begin making travel plans this holiday season, it is important to know what to do in case you, your family members or your visitors need medical care away from home. Active duty service members and their families Active duty military and their family members enrolled in […]
Editor’s Note: This article was published in a previous edition of the Kaiserslautern American and the information has been updated to reflect this year’s event. “Lebkuchen,” or gingerbread, is one of the most popular, oldest and beloved Christmas cookies in Germany. A big variety is available – there are lebkuchen […]
AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS CENTER For details, call 480-5100 or 06371-47-5100. Bldg. 2120, Ramstein Air Base. All training is held at A&FRC unless stated otherwise. MONDAY CLOSED – Family Day TUESDAY CLOSED – Christmas Day WEDNESDAY N/A THURSDAY Reintegration Brief: 2 to 2:30 p.m. Pre-deployment Brief: 2:30 to 3 p.m. […]
ODP-E January Camp The Olympic Development Program-Europe (ODP-E) offers youth players the opportunity to advance to State, Regional and U.S. National Youth teams. The next ODP-E camp and player selections will be Jan. 25 to 27 for a camp in Italy. For more information on ODP-E or the second round […]
Students from Bilinguale Montessori Schule visited Kaiserslautern Elementary School for an invitational chess tournament Dec. 6. Chess coach Jürgen Giehl brought 17 players. The Montessori team placed 5th at the German Masters last year. KES students enjoyed the experience of playing with a nationally ranked team.
Job Openings at Child and Youth Services Are you interested in working with children and youth? Apply online for Child and Youth Services positions online at www.usajobs.gov. Look for Job Title: Child and Youth Program Assistant (Entry, Skill and Target Level) CY-01/02. Positions are available on Kleber, Landstuhl, Sembach and […]
Kaiserslautern Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation, Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2905, 493-4117 or 0631-3406-4117. Mon. to Fri. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on federal holidays. https://kaiserslautern.armymwr.com New Years in Budapest Dec. 28 to Jan. 1 Celebrate the new year on both sides of the Danube river in Budapest. Three full days will […]
KMC Attention Retirees: The next KMC Retiree Council/86 AW Retiree Activities Office Retiree Luncheon will be on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the KMCC Food Court Activity Room. If you wish to attend, please contact the 86 AW Retiree Activities Office at DSN 480-5486, […]
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