Archive for February, 2019

Lifestyle

Was ist los? — Feb. 8, 2019

Was ist los? — Feb. 8, 2019

EVENTS Deidesheim, Flammkuchen variety and wine. Feb. 10. militaryingermany.com/event/flammkuchen Bad Dürkheim, Valentine’s Week Menu. Feb. 13 to 17. militaryingermany.com/valentines Ellerstadt, Pub Quiz. Feb. 14. militaryingermany.com/event/quiz Niederkirchen, Winter Magic Dinner at Wein-Sektgut Bergkeller. Throughout February. militaryingermany.com/event/dinner Mannheim, Winter Lights: Colorful illuminations at Luisenpark. Until Feb. 28. militaryingermany.com/event/winter Mannheim, Exhibition: 11 Japanese […]

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News

Leadership of the “World’s Best Wing” focused on the accomplishments and challenges of 2018 to help prepare for future trials and triumphs of 2019 at multiple all-calls here Jan. 25.

2019 brings ‘Varsity’ opportunity for Ramstein

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Milton Hamilton
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Leadership of the “World’s Best Wing” focused on the accomplishments and challenges of 2018 to help prepare for future trials and triumphs of 2019 at multiple all-calls here Jan. 25.

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News

Herschel Walker has a photo taken with a Team Ramstein member at the Officer’s Club on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 9. Walker visited the Kaiserslautern Military Community to share his struggles and successes with his mental health while encouraging those he met to seek out help if they need it. 

Heisman Trophy winner visits Ramstein, shares mental health story

Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bass
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Heisman Trophy winner, former NFL player, U.S. Olympian, and Mixed Martial Artist Herschel Walker came to the Kaiserslautern Military Community Jan. 9-10, to visit with KMC members and share his struggles with mental health. Herschel’s story focused on his discovery that he suffered from Dissociative Identity Disorder. Herschel credits the […]

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News

Air Force makes updates to enlisted evaluation policies

by the Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

The Air Force recently updated evaluation policies for enlisted Airmen, refining the process and requirements for enlisted performance reports.

February 1, 2019 ×

Blotter, News

KMC Blotter – February 1, 2019

Compiled by the 569th USFPS and 86th SFS

January 21 6:16 p.m.: Larceny of unsecured private property in Kaiserslautern January 22 7:52 a.m.: Major traffic collision with disabling damages on Vogelweh Family Housing January 23 7:15 a.m.: Major traffic collision with injuries in Langwieden 10:28 a.m.: Major traffic collision with disabling damages in Weilerbach January 24 4:29 a.m.: […]

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Features

Take Note — Feb. 1, 2019

Door-to-door salesmen Living in Europe you may come across door-to-door salesmen offering to sell a wide variety of items ranging from artwork to produce. If you decide to utilize these services, the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron urges you to take caution with your transactions. Make sure the price of […]

February 1, 2019 ×

News

The housing hype — Feb. 1, 2019

Parking in Base Housing: Friendly reminder, parking is only permitted in marked areas, not on sidewalks or crosswalks. Be courteous of your neighbors, only park in your assigned spot for your home. PCSing soon? Tips for a smooth move: The Housing Office requires a 40-day advanced notice of intent to […]

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News

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Mark R. August, 86th Airlift Wing commander (left), recognizes the Ramstein Airlifters of the Week on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 17. U.S. Air Force Capt. Alex Johnson, 86th AW chaplain; U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Norma Johnson, 86th AW readiness and training flight chief; and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacob Johnson, 86th AW non-commissioned officer in charge of education and training, received commander’s coins for their actions in supporting Team Ramstein members’ spiritual resiliency.

Airmen Johnson, Johnson, and Johnson honored as Airlifters of the Week

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bass
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Three Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing Chapel received the honor of being Ramstein’s Airlifters of the Week, Jan. 17.

February 1, 2019 ×

News

86th MXG staff sergeant manages 44 facilities, wins Airlifter of the week

86th MXG staff sergeant manages 44 facilities, wins Airlifter of the week

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bass
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 86th Airlift Wing command team surprised an 86th Maintenance Group Airman on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 24.

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Health

Norovirus outbreak impacts US military facilities in Germany

Norovirus outbreak impacts US military facilities in Germany

by Michelle Thum Regional Health Command Europe

Multiple U.S. military installations in Germany are experiencing an increase in norovirus cases, as a result of significant norovirus activity being reported throughout Germany. Norovirus is the official name for a group of viruses that cause the stomach flu. Healthcare and childcare facilities are particularly susceptible to these viruses due […]

February 1, 2019 ×