News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
Every year, April shines a spotlight on a special group of young heroes in our military community — our military children. This month, known as the Month of the Military Child, is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible resilience, adaptability, and unwavering spirit of these extraordinary young individuals. […]
On March 20, I had the privilege of participating in Ramstein Air Base’s annual Fly Like a Girl event, where local missions are planned, flown, executed, and displayed by women, for women. This event showcases women working in roles normally seen as male-dominated, hoping to inspire others to follow in […]
During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the courageous women who have helped our Nation build a fairer, more just society. Throughout history, the vision and achievements of powerful women have strengthened our Nation and opened the doors of opportunity wider for all of us. Though their stories too often go […]
The average tenure of a Protestant Christian senior pastor in the United States is less than four years. In other words, much like professional sports coaches, ministry in the U.S. is a revolving door. The COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2022) exacerbated pastoral care and ministry and sadly, many U.S. churches closed their […]
This National Black History Month, we celebrate the vast contributions of Black Americans to our country and recognize that Black history is American history and that Black culture, stories, and triumphs are at the core of who we are as a Nation. The soul of America is what makes us […]
Robert D. Gaylor, the fifth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, passed away Jan. 17, at the age of 93. Gaylor’s career spanned nearly 31 years, leaving a legacy of service, leadership and dedication. “CMSAF Gaylor was a pillar of our Air Force,” said Chief Master Sgt. of the […]
by David Vergun
Department of Defense News
Preface “I bet you never imagined the Air Force would bring you here.” On several occasions, this or something very similar was said to me during a recent TDY I was on. And they were right. In mid-August, I left for a TDY that most service members, let alone Airmen, […]
Put away your portable air conditioning units for those long summer days and take out your space heater. Or better yet, let me tell you about a few tips on how to use conventional radiators. Every October, the Department of the Air Force empowers installations to bring attention to energy […]
The Defense Department is calling on the military community to help prevent abuse and support victims as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is recognized annually in October. This national observance was created to raise awareness about how to report domestic abuse and encourages community members to speak up […]
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