Archive for February, 2018

Blotter, News

KMC Blotter — Feb. 9, 2018

January 29 7:01 a.m.: Major traffic collision with injuries in Ramstein-Miesenbach 7:15 a.m.: Major traffic collision with injuries in Bruchmuehlbach-Miesau 12:10 p.m.: Larceny of private property from an unsecured location in Vogelweh Fitness Center 1:32 p.m.: Theft from an unsecured motor vehicle in Waldmohr 1:56 p.m.: Theft from an unsecured […]

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News

Take Note — Feb. 9, 2018

Parking discs needed In certain parking lots on Ramstein Air Base, display of parking disc is required. The maximum allowable time a car may remain in these lots is posted; the driver must set the disc to the arrival time and make it visible. The following are some parking lots […]

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News

A more personal approach with the Commander Advanced Notification process

A more personal approach with the Commander Advanced Notification process

by 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

All commanders and senior raters are now receiving seven-day advanced notifications of assignments for their Airmen as part of an initiative which began Jan. 18 on Ramstein Air Base. For pay grades of E-8 and below and O-5 and below, assignments will now go in advance to Military Personnel Flight […]

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Features, Health

Refuting four ‘Tooth’ Fairy tales

Refuting four ‘Tooth’ Fairy tales

by Capt. Samuel Fowler
86th Dental Squadron

As parents, we are completely invested in ensuring our child’s health and well-being. However, many of us may find it can be very difficult to decipher fact from myth when it comes to oral health. Below you will find a few of the most common misleading myths about children’s dental […]

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Features

Supporting teens through the dating years

Supporting teens through the dating years

by Family Advocacy

Adolescence is a difficult time not only for teens, but also for parents. Many changes take place physically and emotionally. The need for independence and support take a conflicting seat. It may seem like teens do not want or need their parents support, but guidance and consistency provide comfort during […]

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Features, News

Leaders unite for Knights Week

Leaders unite for Knights Week

by Sgt. DJ Borden
16th Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs

Senior leaders of the 16th Sustainment Brigade came together for Knights Week Jan. 22 to 25 in Baumholder. Company, battalion, and brigade leadership gathered for team-building social activities and command briefs to ensure leaders share an understanding of brigade operations. “The purpose of Knights Week is to improve unit cohesion […]

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News

USAREUR recognizes IMCOM-Europe employee

USAREUR recognizes IMCOM-Europe employee

by Ray Johnson
Installation Management Command Europe Public Affairs Office

U.S. Army Europe presented its highest honor for the personnel community to a member of Installation Management Command-Europe. Deborah McGlothlin received the Frederick E. Vollrath Human Resource Award for Excellence, which recognizes HR professionals for quality service and leadership. “Winning was a complete surprise,” said McGlothlin. “As the first Senior […]

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Features, News

New moms at LRMC have more privacy, enhanced experience

New moms at LRMC have more privacy, enhanced experience

by Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Public Affairs

Moms who give birth at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center will now have an even more comfortable and relaxing space as renovations in the Mother Baby Unit have been completed. One major update was building two additions onto the existing 1953 hospital building, creating space in six of the 10 rooms […]

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Lifestyle

Was ist los? — Feb. 9, 2018

Was ist los? — Feb. 9, 2018

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. Performing arts Plays Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern For details, call 0631-3675-209 or visit www.pfalztheater.de. “Macbeth,” a drama by William Shakespeare, in German, 7:30 p.m. today, and 6 p.m. Sunday. “Das Abschiedsdinner,” […]

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Features, Lifestyle

Fasching celebrations continue through Tuesday

Fasching celebrations continue through Tuesday

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Germany’s fifth season called “Fastnacht” or “Fasching” will continue through Tuesday with masquerade balls, dances, children’s parties and funny sessions. A special Fasching highlight are the Rose Monday parades. The most famous ones are those leading through the main Fasching cities of Mainz, Koeln and Duesseldorf. Spectators from Germany and […]

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