News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
by Nate Cairney contributing writer (right) Rotterdam, Netherlands, skyline with harbor. A major logistic and economic centre, Rotterdam is Europe’s largest port with a population of currently 633,471 inhabitants. Upon arriving in Rotterdam, the last thing I expected was to feel like I had just stepped into a spaceship. […]
Paleo, vegan, low carb – healthy nutrition has become a part of society in the form of various nutrition concepts. And they all claim to be the healthiest way to eat. However, there is no generally valid formula for a healthy diet. What is healthy nutrition? Nowadays, nutrition is no […]
by Ronnie Juhans contributing writer Canoeing is one of those outdoor activities that compares to hiking when it comes to a relaxing day outdoors. A peaceful ride on the river with overhanging trees, no commercial boat traffic, and amazing scenery is something that you can find close to the KMC. […]
by Ronnie Juhans contributing writer SUP, or stand up paddleboarding, is an outdoor water sports activity in which a rider stands up on a large board and uses a paddle to move through the water. Currently, it is one of the fastest growing boardsports in the world. This is a […]
by Leonie Milde contributing writer Germans love a good summer barbecue as much as Americans do but what they put on their plates doesn’t exactly resemble hot dogs, burgers and co. These recipes can easily be prepared in advance and modified to taste without losing any of its traditional deliciousness […]
Everyone wants to live a simpler lifestyle, but it’s not always obvious how to go about doing that. By getting rid of the clutter that clogs up your home, you’ll be able to create a more serene and peaceful place, while also making your spaces more functional and easier to […]
Courtesy of 86th Force Support Squadron This year’s KMC Freedom Fest celebration takes place July 3 to 4 at Ramstein Air Base. The event includes musical entertainment, free bowling, games, food specialties, prizes and a fireworks display. On July 3, Freedom Fest begins at 5 p.m. with Private Organizations selling […]
by Ronnie Juhans contributing writer The German-French border is the perfect hiking getaway, boasting beautiful trails, 12th century historic architecture and best of all, it’s right on our doorstep. The Alsace region of France on the border of Germany has over 700 hiking trails including short and long distance routes […]
Fun at-home activities to keep your kids busy by Megan Finley Contributing writer “Summer — that long anticipated stretch of lazy, lingering days, free of responsibility and rife with possibility. It’s a time to hunt for insects, master handstands, practice swim strokes, conquer trees, explore nooks and crannies, and make […]
by Jutta Lausberg-Saam 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Burg Lichtenberg, also known as “Kusel Castle,” will hold its medieval summer market Saturday, noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The official opening, with gun salutes, will take place Saturday, 2 p.m. Vendors will sell clothes, jewelry, […]
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