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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dana Bowers, Air Forces in Europe, Air Forces Africa Band  regional band vocalist, sings the U.S. national anthem during Military Spouse Appreciation Day at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 8, 2026. The annual recognition celebrates the commitment and enduring support military spouses provide throughout every stage of military service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Paden Henry)

Ramstein Celebrates Military Spouse Appreciation Day

Communities across the military celebrate the occasion to honor the dedication and unwavering support provided by military spouses worldwide.

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Recycle like a German!

Recycle like a German!

If you’ve been in Germany for a while, you might have heard about the Germans’ obsession with recycling and waste separation. Germany uses a color-coded waste system to ensure that as much material is recycled as possible. The first recycling efforts were made in 1974 in Hanover, when containers for […]

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ABC in KMC: Kindergraves

ABC in KMC: Kindergraves

From 1952 to 1971 American infants, born at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center or at German hospitals nearby, who passed away at birth or shortly after, were laid to rest at the main cemetery in Kaiserslautern (Waldfriedhof) adjacent to U.S. Army Daenner Kaserne. At that time, many military members did not […]

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H2F Satellite Academy plays key role  in implementing Army’s H2F System

H2F Satellite Academy plays key role in implementing Army’s H2F System

Holistic Health and Fitness is the Army’s program to strengthen and build the whole Soldier. It does this by addressing five domains of human health instead of just one. The Army’s approach to fitness has changed over the years but hasn’t wavered on physical readiness for all service members. H2F […]

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MEDREX during African Lion 26

MEDREX during African Lion 26

ACCRA, Ghana – Ghana MEDREX, part of African Lion 26, prepares U.S. military health professionals for the challenges of providing care outside of traditional clinical settings. By working alongside African partners, U.S. medical professionals refine their ability to deliver rapid, adaptable, and resource efficient medical care, directly increasing medical readiness […]

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Unterwegs – May 15, 2026

TIME TRAVEL – EXPERIENCE HISTORY – VR TOUR IN THE MIDDLE AGES MAY 15, 2:30/4:30 P.M., OTTERBERG In 2026 the City of Otterberg is offering American fellow citizens a “Time Travel” tour, a unique experience that brings history to life in a fascinating way. Participants are enthusiastic about this incomparable […]

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Community Events - May 15, 2026

Community Events – May 15, 2026

Saturday Night Comedy Show Noah Miller headlines the Saturday Night Comedy Show May 16 starting at 7 p.m. at the Tavern on the Rock inside the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. Feature comedian is Brian Tynan. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. […]

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Natalie Harris, 786th Force Support Squadron food services specialist, fills a plate of food for a member of the Kaiserslautern Military Community at Ramstein Air Base, May 3. The mission of the 786th FSS is focused on readiness, personnel services and morale. Photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber

‘Restaurant: Impossible’ spirit brought to Ramstein’s Rheinland Inn DFAC

Chef Robert Irvine and his team, along with Airmen from the 786th Force Support Squadron, hosted members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community at Ramstein Air Base, May 3.

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ABC in KMC: Time travel in Kaiserslautern — part 4

ABC in KMC: Time travel in Kaiserslautern — part 4

America reaches Kaiserslautern As we continue to trace Kaiserslautern’s vivid past, today we turn to the last century and contemporary developments, modern chapters that are as central to the city’s identity as Emperor Barbarossa, its market and city rights, and its industrial innovations. Kaiserslautern was heavily bombed during the last […]

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Airlifter of the month: Staff Sgt. Isai Bastian

Airlifter of the month: Staff Sgt. Isai Bastian

“Keep moving forward” It’s a simple phrase but for U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Isai Bastian, 37th Aircraft Maintenance Unit scheduling office non-commissioned officer in charge, it is the anchor that grounds him through 12-hour shifts, leadership growth, varied operational requirements and his aspirations to commission as an officer in […]

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