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Ramstein resilience day: Mudless Mudder tests teamwork

Ramstein resilience day: Mudless Mudder tests teamwork

by Airman 1st Class Savannah L. Waters
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 86th Airlift Wing hosted the fourth annual Mudless Mudder for resilience day July 21 on Ramstein.

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Commentary, News

A U.S. Navy Sailor and a member of the Armee de Terre switch hats for a photo July 12 at Camp de Satory, France. During rehearsals, military members from different countries had the opportunity to interact and learn from the other’s military traditions and culture, further strengthening the bond between old allies.

Navigating the path to being forged in the crucible of anxiety

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Savannah L. Waters
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

I readjust my shorts for the tenth time as I walk toward the group of people waiting around the van, reading the requirements for appropriate clothing. “Are they too short? It’s too hot outside for pants, but what if I’m the only one wearing shorts? Oh, she’s wearing sweats and […]

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Blotter, News

KMC Blotter — July 28, 2017

July 18 10:43 a.m.: Theft from an unsecured motor vehicle in Kindsbach 11:51 a.m.: Major traffic accident with injuries in Bann 11:56 a.m.: Theft from an unsecured motor vehicle on Vogelweh 3 p.m.: Inappropriate contact between minors on Ramstein 7:15 p.m.: Major traffic accident with injuries in Ramstein-Miesenbach July 19 […]

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Take Note — July 28, 2017

Giant Voice upgrade The 86th Communications Squadron will upgrade Giant Voice capabilities across the KMC (Ramstein/Einsiedlerhof/Vogelweh) through Aug. 24. The upgrade will improve the reliability and quality of mass notification capabilities. To ensure a successful upgrade, testing will occur Mondays through Saturdays. Members of the community may hear activity from […]

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Q&A: New 435 AGOW commander

Q&A: New 435 AGOW commander

by Senior Airman Devin Boyer
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 435th Air Ground Operations Wing has a new commander, Col. Trey “Lou” Rawls. Col. Rawls re-cent-ly answered a few questions on his new position and his past Air Force experiences. Q: What was it like being a test pilot? A: It was an amazing opportunity to continue to bring […]

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86 Dental Squadron: the best at being last

86 Dental Squadron: the best at being last

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

Airmen strive to be the best they can be every day while emulating the Air Force core value — excellence in all we do. A group of Airmen from the 86th Dental Squadron did exactly that at the Mudless Mudder July 21 as they crossed the finish line dead last.

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News

New annual Mental Health Assessment requirement begins July 31

New annual Mental Health Assessment requirement begins July 31

by Peter Holstein
Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs Office

Starting Monday, Airmen undergoing their annual Periodic Health Assessment may notice something new. A Mental Health Assessment will now be part of every annual PHA, to help ensure that Airmen suffering from undiagnosed mental health issues are referred to the necessary care.

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Officials urge retirees to transition club membership to virtual portal

by Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas — For many Air Force retirees, a club membership is one way to stay connected to the service they love. Air Force Services Activity officials are encouraging retirees to activate their new Air Force Club Member Portal accounts before losing that connection. “Our retiree population […]

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Airman saves life acting as Trusted Care Heroes

Airman saves life acting as Trusted Care Heroes

by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Bass and Airman 1st Class
Timmethy James 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

There are select Airmen who are given great titles: commander, first sergeant, chief. … But there is a relatively unknown title for those who save lives. They are Trusted Care Heroes. “Trusted Care Heroes are all of us,” said Col. Brent Johnson, former 86th Medical Group commander. “The motto is, […]

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AF announces Enlisted Professional Military Education redesign

AF announces Enlisted Professional Military Education redesign

by Senior Master Sgt. Katherine Grabham
Office of the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

WASHINGTON — Air Force officials announced major changes to the Enlisted Professional Military Education program today via an initiative called Enlisted Professional Military Education for the 21st Century, or EPME 21. A major initiative of EPME 21 is that time in service will no longer dictate an Airman’s EPME enrollment. […]

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