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‘Show some love’ to charities by donating to CFC

‘Show some love’ to charities by donating to CFC

by Mary Davis
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs

The Combined Federal Campaign celebrates its 56th year of federal workplace charitable giving, and every year, federal employees dig deep in their pockets to give to those in need all over the world.

October 12, 2017 ×

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Motorists must watch out for dangers on streets in fall

Motorists must watch out for dangers on streets in fall

by Petra Lessoing
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Motorists must be extremely careful now during fall and be aware of additional dangers on the streets. There is fog, black ice, wet leaves.and deer passing. Automobile club and Polizei officials give recommendations on how to get safely through the third season. Whenever there is dense fog, a general rule […]

October 12, 2017 ×

Features, Health

Options available for reporting domestic abuse

Options available for reporting domestic abuse

by Ramstein Family Advocacy

Domestic abuse does not discriminate. People of all ages, race, gender, socioeconomic status and rank experience physical, emotional and sexual abuse by their intimate partners. Being in an abusive relationship can leave people feeling alone and afraid. The Department of Defense has established reporting options to help support victims of domestic abuse. These options are restricted and unrestricted reporting.

October 5, 2017 ×

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Emergency Management encourages families to stay ready

Emergency Management encourages families to stay ready

September was National Prepared-ness Month. The overarching theme this year, organized by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is, “Disasters don’t plan ahead. You can.” Installations across the Department of Defense teamed up with FEMA and communities around the nation to spread awareness of preparatory actions citizens can take to protect […]

October 5, 2017 ×

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No fracture left undetected

No fracture left undetected

by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
October 5, 2017 ×

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KMC members take gliding lessons

KMC members take gliding lessons

Story and photos by Senior Airman Elizabeth Baker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Gliders are engineless aircraft that can stay aloft for hours by riding thermal updrafts, or heat swells, created by trees and structures on the ground. Eight members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community attended a day trip through the 86th Force Support Squadron Outdoor Recreation program to try their hand at piloting gliders, build their personal community and better themselves through learning.

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Kaiserslautern Landstuhl Spouses’ Association continues efforts at Landstuhl Thrift Shop

Kaiserslautern Landstuhl Spouses’ Association continues efforts at Landstuhl Thrift Shop

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

Although Pulaski Thrift Shop is closing Oct. 26, the Kaiserslautern Landstuhl Spouses’ Association will continue to run the Landstuhl Thrift Shop to provide reasonably priced, second-hand goods to the Kaiserslautern Military Community.

October 5, 2017 ×

Features, Sports

First Lt. Leah McNell, 48th Medical Support Squadron clinical engineering chief, dribbles past a defender during a live scrimmage practice at SV Bann field Sept. 14. McNell believes the U.S. is bringing a higher level of competition to the international stage each year at the Allied Air Command Soccer Championship.

USAFE soccer team practices for AIRCOM Championship

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Kristof Rixmann
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The United States Air Forces in Europe men’s and women’s soccer teams practiced in Kaiserslautern, Sept. 13 to 17, in preparation for the Allied Air Command Soccer Championship in Lechfeld, Germany, Sept. 18 to 22.

September 28, 2017 ×

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USAFE Airmen prepare for Toxic Trip exercise

USAFE Airmen prepare for Toxic Trip exercise

Story and photos by Senior Airman Devin Boyer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Air Combat Command Aircrew Flight Equipment instructors assigned to the 436th Training Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, trained U.S. Air Forces in Europe AFE Airmen on Ramstein Sept. 19 to prepare for the upcoming NATO Toxic Trip in Geilenkirchen. Toxic Trip is an exercise hosting 13 NATO allies […]

September 28, 2017 ×

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Air Force impacts Airmen 70 years and counting

Air Force impacts Airmen 70 years and counting

Story and photos by Senior Airman Devin Boyer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

For 70 years, Airmen have dedicated their lives to the Air Force mission to Fly, Fight, and Win. Through innovation, sacrifice and perseverance, Airmen have left a great impact on the Air Force. Furthermore, the Air Force has left a great impact on the Airmen. After asking Airmen from different […]

September 28, 2017 ×