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86th Operations Support Squadron sticks landing

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

Ensuring a safe flight in bad weather can be challenging, but having a reliable air traffic control and landing systems team can make sticking the landing much smoother.

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A DJ plays music during a USO-hosted SoulCycle class Nov. 15 on Ramstein. SoulCycle, an American fitness company, offers mood lighting, a cadre of support staff to help its participants throughout the class and musical beats to choreographed cycling moves.

Cycling with soul: USO hosts indoor exercise program

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Lane T. Plummer 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Members of the KMC attended a SoulCycle class hosted by the USO Nov. 15 and 16 at the Southside Fitness Center on Ramstein.

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KMC Notices, News, Take Note

KMC Notices and Events – Dec. 9, 2016

Office closures The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will close at 11:30 a.m. Thursday due to training. The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will be closed Dec. 26 and Jan. 2 in observation of the holidays. Recycling center moves The Ramstein Recycling Center will close Monday. […]

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KMC Blotter – Dec. 9, 2016

NOV. 28 8:40 a.m.: Major traffic accident without injuries in Erzenhausen. 11:30 a.m.: Theft from a secured motor vehicle in Mackenbach. 3:18 p.m.: Theft from an unsecured motor vehicle in Erfenbach. 4:25 p.m.: Major traffic accident without injuries in Kaiserslautern. 5:20 p.m.: Major traffic accident without injuries in Weilerbach. NOV. […]

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U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, U.S. Africa Command commander, gives his opening statement at the annual Regional Synchronization Working Group symposium Nov. 14 on Ramstein. The event is an Africa-focused security cooperation forum with leaders from the Department of State, Department of Defense, U.S. Agency for International Development and other personnel to synchronize efforts across the diplomatic, defense and developmental sectors in AFRICOM.

AFRICOM leaders discuss future during symposium

Story and photo by Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Approximately 300 U.S. service members and other personnel from U.S. Africa Command attended the annual Regional Synchronization Working Group symposium kickoff Nov. 14 on Ramstein.

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Santa Claus hands out candy to children after a Christmas tree lighting ceremony Nov. 28 on Ramstein. For the ceremony, Santa arrived in a red firetruck instead of the traditional reindeer sleigh.

Ramstein lights up holiday season at tree lighting ceremony

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua Magbanua 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The Ramstein chapel community kicked off the holiday season with the lighting of the official Ramstein Christmas tree Nov. 28 on the traffic circle outside the Northside Chapel.

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Lt. Gen. Richard M. Clark, 3rd Air Force and 17th Expeditionary Air Force commander, tours the 86th Airlift Wing Dec. 2 on Ramstein. During his visit, Clark was able to meet with Airmen throughout multiple organizations to learn about their duties and how they impact the 86 AW mission. During an “All-Call,” Clark spoke about the importance of taking care of family, wingmen and accomplishing the mission. Third Air Force and 17th Expeditionary Air Force are U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Forces Africa's component numbered air forces for U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command. Based at Ramstein, 3rd Air Force and 17 EAF direct all USAFE-AFAFRICA forces engaged in contingency and wartime operations in the EUCOM and AFRICOM areas of responsibility. Along with its headquarters operations directorate, the command is comprised of 10 wings, two groups and the 603rd Air Operations Center. Third Air Force and 17 EAF prepare and employ ready airpower, build partnerships and conduct full-spectrum operations to secure U.S. national interests in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.

Ramstein welcomes 3rd Air Force commander

Photos by Senior Airman Jimmie D. Pike

Lt. Gen. Richard M. Clark, 3rd Air Force and 17th Expeditionary Air Force commander, tours the 86th Airlift Wing Dec. 2 on Ramstein. During his visit, Clark was able to meet with Airmen throughout multiple organizations to learn about their duties and how they impact the 86 AW mission.

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Community Corner – Dec. 2, 2016

Airman & Family Readiness Center For more information or to sign up for a class, call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 480-5100. MONDAY » Want to Learn About VA Benefits?: 10 a.m. to noon, A&FRC » USA Jobs: 10 a.m. to noon, A&FRC » Key Spouse Initial Training, Part 1: 4 […]

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Airmen pray during the 25th Expeditionary Field Investigation Squadron’s fallen heroes dedication ceremony Nov. 10 on Ramstein. The 25 EFIS held the ceremony to commemorate Air Force Office of Special Investigation agents who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Gone but never forgotten: OSI constructs memorial for fallen

Photos by Airman 1st Class Lane T. Plummer

Airmen pray during the 25th Expeditionary Field Investigation Squadron’s fallen heroes dedication ceremony Nov. 10 on Ramstein. The 25 EFIS held the ceremony to commemorate Air Force Office of Special Investigation agents who lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Photo courtesy of Walter F. Elkins
Daenner Chapel was built in the 1950s to meet the needs of Christian and Jewish congregations. Today it serves the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Catholic community and Chapel Next, a contemporary Protestant service.

Daenner Chapel: Remote but teeming with life

by Prof. Christian Fuehrer Daenner Chapel volunteer

To most KMC residents, Daenner Kaserne is probably best known as a location of logistics and reserve units. In fact, the installation serves as home to a Defense Logistics Agency facility, the 405th Army Field Support Brigade, the U.S. Army Reserve’s 7th Mission Support Command and other reserve units. As reservists gather on Daenner Kaserne for training on weekends, the installation becomes a busy place, even on Sunday mornings.

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