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Ask an attorney: cancelling German contracts

by Holger Blug
Kaiserslautern Legal Services Center

Q: My German cellphone contract is due to expire this summer when I am due for a permanent change of station. What, if anything, do I need to do to cancel it, and when should I do it?

March 3, 2016 ×

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Ramstein highlights  Women’s History Month

Ramstein highlights Women’s History Month

by 86th Airlift Wing
Public Affairs

To help highlight Women’s History Month, 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs recently met with several inspirational women around the KMC to ask them a few questions about what the month means to them.

March 3, 2016 ×

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Behind the medal: How four Airmen saved 90 lives

Behind the medal: How four Airmen saved 90 lives

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Lane Plummer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The sun was just beginning to glow across the dark skies of Mali in late May, 2014.

March 3, 2016 ×

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Ramstein defends cyberspace ‘runway’

by 1st Lt. Krystina Watkins
86th Communications Squadron

The Command Cyber Readiness Inspection scheduled for March 14 through 25 is an inspection of the security posture of Ramstein’s network led by the Defense Information Systems Agency.

March 3, 2016 ×

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Military chaplains offer spiritual freedom, resilience

by Staff Sgt. Timothy Moore 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

When thinking of the phrase “separation of church and state” and its embodiment, a multitude of examples may swarm a person’s mind, but military chaplains are probably not one.

February 25, 2016 ×

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Ask an attorney: getting political

by Capt. Nandor Kiss Baumholder Law Center

Q: I heard that it is illegal for a service member to say anything negative about Congress or President Obama. Is that true? What about my First Amendment rights?

February 25, 2016 ×

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Retirees and their spouses pose for a photo during the first retiree luncheon sponsored by the 86th Airlift Wing Retiree Activities Office Feb. 11 on Ramstein. The retiree luncheon was one of many events offered to retirees in the community. The RAO is reaching out to retirees by offering assistance with their new program which enables retirees to assist other retirees in need.

Volunteers strengthen KMC through retiree support

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Larissa Greatwood 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Retiring from a long military career can be a satisfying reward. Many people may look forward to retirement, but living in a foreign country may put a strain on a person’s day-to-day life.

February 25, 2016 ×

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Photo by Senior Airman Damon Kasberg
Motorists stop at the Ramstein West Gate to show members of the 86th Security Forces Squadron proper identification to enter the facility. If a member forgots their ID card, it is best to go back home and get it.

Security forces crack down on IDs

by 86th Security Forces Squadron

It’s a feeling of panic and frustration when driving up to the gate and realizing “I can’t find my ID.” After searching every nook and cranny within reach, you decide to just get a pass for the day. It’s easy, right? Well, it’s not as easy as you might think.

February 25, 2016 ×

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Ask an attorney: driver’s license rules clarified

by R. Peter Masterton
21st Theater Sustainment Command
Office of the Staff Judge Advocate

Q: After all the controversy over the last year about the need to have a valid U.S. driver’s license, I am thoroughly confused. Can you clarify the rules and requirements?

February 18, 2016 ×

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1st CMXS, 86th CS optimize networks together

1st CMXS, 86th CS optimize networks together

Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Armando Schwier-Morales
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 1st Communications Maintenance Squadron special teams deploy all over Europe and Africa helping improve cyber networks, but this month they are taking time off the road and working close to home.

February 18, 2016 ×