Archive for February, 2020

Features

U.S. Air Advisors from the 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron hold discussions during a data conference at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 23. The air advisors brought in a consultant from the private sector to get a fresh prospective on data collection and analysis. 

435th CRSS strengthen allied partner relations

The 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron’s air advisors’ unique role allows them to engage, understand and resolve issues for U.S. allies and partner nations, which is pivotal for the strength of those partnerships and in maintaining a strategic advantage.

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Sports

Sports Bulletin

Leap Frog Jog Leap into the New Year with a fun Leap Frog Jog on Feb. 29 at Rhine Ordnance Bks., Bldg. 237. Registration opens the morning of the run from 9-10:15 a.m. with the race starting at 10:30 a.m. ($7 registration fee includes a race shirt to the first […]

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Features

Jerry Brooks, Air Staff Eagle Vision One Project Office director, speaks to Airmen from the 24th Intelligence Squadron during a sunset ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 28. Eagle Vision One used satellite imagery to support operations as well as aiding allies during natural disasters. 
Photo by Airman 1st Class Manuel Zamora

The sun sets for Eagle Vision One

On Jan. 28, the 24th Intelligence Squadron held a sunset ceremony for the Eagle Vision One operation at Ramstein Air Base.

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Lifestyle

Valentine’s Day dates back to Roman times

Valentine’s Day dates back to Roman times

Legend says that Valentine of Terni, a friendly priest who married young couples in love, died Feb. 14, 269. That’s why Valentine’s Day is observed Feb. 14.

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Events, Lifestyle

WAS IST LOS? Cultural Highlights

EVENTS » Otterberg, English Guided Tour of Otterberg. Feb. 15. militaryingermany.com/event/otterberg » Bad Dürkheim, Farmer’s Market. Feb. 15. militaryingermany.com/event/market-2 » Kaiserslautern, Carnival Party for Kids. Feb. 16. militaryingermany.com/event/party-2 » Kaiserslautern, KL On Ice. Until Feb. 16. Event hall at Gartenschau » Kaiserslautern, Exhibition: Transforming Atlantis. Until Feb. 16. militaryingermany.com/event/atlantis » Ramstein, Carnival Party. Feb. 20. […]

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Lifestyle

A man blasts pieces of colored paper at a crowd during fasching, a festival held across Europe, in the city of Ramstein, Feb. 28, 2017. Fasching is Germany’s carnival season. It starts on the 11th day of November at exactly 11 minutes after 11 a.m. and ends at the stroke of midnight on Shroud Tuesday — often referred to as Fat Tuesday. Photo by Senior Airman Lane T. Plummer

Beyond the Bier: Say “Helau” to Fasching

As the new year rolls in, one day in mid-February stands out. Around the Kaiserslautern Military Community, it’s called Fasching, but throughout German-speaking countries it can be referred to as Karneval or Fastnacht as well. So how do we as Americans fit into this celebration? Where did Fasching come from and why is it celebrated?

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News

The John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 expanded veteran eligibility for shopping at military exchanges and commissaries as of Jan. 1. Graphic by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright

Team effort helps expand shopping privileges for veterans in KMC

The John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 expanded veteran eligibility for shopping at military exchanges and commissaries as of Jan. 1.

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Features

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tyler J. Cobb, 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron cargo deployment function and air passenger terminal section chief, smiles during a conversation with his team at a restaurant at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 30. Cobb is team-oriented and attributes his success to his fellow Airmen and their dedication to the LRS mission. Photo by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Gonzales

Airlifter of the week: One Airman’s logistical adrenaline rush

Fluorescent lights hum as rain pelts against the windows of the vast room. Stillness reigns, brought on by thick, grey doors isolating the offices of the small building.

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Take Note

TAKE NOTE

Memorial Service Members of the Ramstein Air Base Community are invited to attend a public memorial service marking the one year anniversary of Mr. David Wirsching’s passing.  The memorial will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. in the Catholic Church at Weilerbach. The address is Kirchenstrasse 1, Weilerbach.  Retiree Luncheon […]

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Blotter

KMC Blotter

January 27 7:38 a.m.: Fleeing the scene of a traffic collision on the A6 January 28 5:05 p.m.: Major traffic collision on the L470 adjacent to Landstuhl January 31 10:20 a.m.: Major traffic collision on A6 adjacent to Kaiserslautern 4 p.m.: Major traffic collision on the B48 adjacent to Sembach […]

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