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New training program helps identify at risk Soldiers, teens

New training program helps identify at risk Soldiers, teens

by Mary Ann Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Installation Management Command Directorate

What may look like a messy room could possibly hide clues to alcohol or drug problems, if you know where to look. U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Army Substance Abuse Program offers “Mock Barracks Health and Welfare” and “Hidden in Plain Sight” training to help unit leaders and concerned community members […]

January 4, 2018 ×

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Holiday Crime Prevention

Holiday Crime Prevention

by Airman 1st Class Clare Hilborn
569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron

Christmas will be here in no time, and with that comes an increase in crime. To help prevent becoming a victim during the holiday season, the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron suggests these holiday safety tips to help prevent theft and break-ins.

December 14, 2017 ×

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Paratroopers with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and German Air Force prepare to board a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules Dec. 6 on Ramstein Air Base. The paratroopers participated in Operation Toy Drop 2017 to maintain their military free fall and jump master proficiencies. — Photo by Senior Airman Devin M. Rumbaugh

NATO paratroopers jump for Toy Drop 2017

by Sgt. DJ Borden
16th Sustainment Brigade

ALZEY, Germany — U.S. Soldiers, Airmen and allied and partner nation forces came together to conduct the 5th Quartermaster Theater Aerial Delivery Company’s annual Operation Toy Drop Dec. 4 to 8.

December 14, 2017 ×

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USAG RP receives energy lesson from Green Boot experts

USAG RP receives energy lesson from Green Boot experts

Story and photos by Erinn Burgess
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Installation Management Command Directorate

At the beginning of October, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Commander Col. Keith Igyarto challenged the garrison headquarters building and Department of Public Works to compete in a head-to-head Green Boot competition to see who could implement the best daily practices to conserve energy.

December 14, 2017 ×

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Sidewalks must be kept free of snow, ice

Sidewalks must be kept free of snow, ice

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

German communities have rules regarding snow and ice on sidewalks to avoid accidents. Residents living off base should check their rental contracts to find out about their obligations. The rental contract clearly states who must keep sidewalks free of ice and snow.

December 14, 2017 ×

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Mentoring the future

Mentoring the future

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Service member and civilian volunteers in the Kaisers-lautern Military Community made strides to inspire and mentor children with special needs at the KMC Winter Special Olympics at the Vogelweh Military Complex, Dec. 1.

December 7, 2017 ×

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PMEL Airmen keep Europe calibrated

PMEL Airmen keep Europe calibrated

by Airman 1st Class Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Most tools are designed to do one thing and to do that one thing perfectly. From flight systems in an aircraft measuring altitude, to the scales used to measure the weight of a vehicle, everything is calibrated to perform its function perfectly. When those items start to fail, the mission is affected and something needs to be done about it.

December 7, 2017 ×

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Ramstein kicks off holiday season  with Christmas tree lighting

Ramstein kicks off holiday season with Christmas tree lighting

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

As the countdown to Christmas Day drew closer, members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community and local officials from Ramstein-Miesenbach gathered to celebrate the lighting of the base Christmas Tree, Nov. 29. “The annual Christmas tree lighting means a lot to us,” said Brig. Gen. Richard Moore Jr., 86th Airlift Wing […]

December 7, 2017 ×

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Wax on, wax off: 86th MXS cleans C-130J

Wax on, wax off: 86th MXS cleans C-130J

by Airman 1st Class Devin M. Rumbaugh
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
December 7, 2017 ×

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‘Wave of Light’ to support those experiencing loss

‘Wave of Light’ to support those experiencing loss

by Staff Sgt. Betty Y. Boomer
21st Theater Sustainment Command

Maj. Mark Rendon, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Family and Life Chaplain, will be hosting a “Wave of Light Celebration” at the Java Café on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Dec. 12.

December 7, 2017 ×