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Why I serve: LRMC laboratory specialist advance mission through science, service

Why I serve: LRMC laboratory specialist advance mission through science, service

Long before a trauma surgeon ever makes an incision, the battle to save a life begins in the quiet, temperature-controlled chill of the blood bank. Among the hum of refrigerators and the steady glow of computer monitors, Sgt. Hector Morales-Melendez, medical laboratory specialist at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center stands watch […]

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LRMC Emergency Department prioritizes urgent care, teamwork, patient safety

LRMC Emergency Department prioritizes urgent care, teamwork, patient safety

For service members and military families living overseas. A medical emergency can be stressful, particularly when it happens far from home. At Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, the Emergency Department provides around-the-clock emergency care for eligible patients, including active-duty service members, family members, military retirees and Department of War civilians. The […]

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The 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron takes a group photo Sept. 28, at Ramstein Air Base. The 1 ACOS is charged with delivering, operating, and defending command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance  capabilities across U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa. Photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster

It takes a village: 1 ACOS turns to wingmen for support

When the 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron recently underwent a command-wide cybersecurity assessment, leadership quickly recognized the need for reinforcement.

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Air Force week in photos - October 30, 2026

Air Force week in photos – October 30, 2026

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Community, Events

Unterwegs – October 30, 2026

HERBSTMESSE (AUTUMN FAIR) UNTIL NOV. 1, FESTPLATZ, SPEYER The festival site will transform into a colorful trade fair hustle and bustle. In addition to the large number of rides, visitors can expect a wealth of culinary offerings. Experience a family-friendly ride on the Ferris wheel. The round rides and automatic […]

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Community Events - October 30, 2026

Community Events – October 30, 2026

College Night at Kaiserslautern High School Join Family and MWR, in partnership with Kaiserslautern High School for College Night Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kaiserslautern High School, Bldg. 3000 on Vogelweh.  There will be approximately 50 universities and colleges represented along with organizations that provide scholarships […]

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Small cart, big idea: 727th AMS rolling with innovative aircraft service capability

Small cart, big idea: 727th AMS rolling with innovative aircraft service capability

by 1st Lt. George Schroeder, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing 

A towable lavatory service cart is giving the 727th Air Mobility Squadron another way to service aircraft at RAF Mildenhall, thanks to a team that saw potential in a simple piece of equipment. Aircraft lavatories need to be emptied and replenished between flights, and fleet services teams typically use lavatory […]

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Education, Features

Slow-down-to-speed-up: 435 TAS adopts SI for Aggregated Readiness

Slow-down-to-speed-up: 435 TAS adopts SI for Aggregated Readiness

Story & photos by Capt. Amber R. Kelly-Herard, 435th Air Ground Operations Wing

Last month, U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach likened the beginning of the Air Force to the use of Super Intelligence today — they both call for a new way of thinking to achieve decision superiority.

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Anchored together: Airmen complete Navy chief initiation at Rota

Anchored together: Airmen complete Navy chief initiation at Rota

by Lt. Daniel Ehrlich,   521st Air Mobility Operations Wing

NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain — In a formation of sailors wearing khaki, three Airmen in Air Force blue service dress stood out as they marched toward their pinning ceremony onboard Naval Station Rota, Sept. 16.

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Community, Features

86 AW connects Airmen with overseas voting resources

86 AW connects Airmen with overseas voting resources

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