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The Incirlik Hodjas, in white jerseys, compete against the Ansbach Cougars during the Department of Defense Dependents Schools Europe volleyball championships Nov. 7 on Ramstein. Twenty-six teams from three divisions competed in the DODDS European volleyball championships. The DODDS school system is designed for military children residing overseas.

Ramstein hosts DODDS volleyball championships

Photos by Staff Sgt. Sharida Jackson

The Incirlik Hodjas, in white jerseys, compete against the Ansbach Cougars during the Department of Defense Dependents Schools Europe volleyball championships Nov. 7 on Ramstein.

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Expanding coalition effort in Iraq, Syria

by Cheryl Pellerin Department of Defense News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Ash Carter met with military commanders this morning, asking them to consider where the coalition effort in Iraq and Syria can be expanded with the help of partners, Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook said Nov.17.

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Members of the 10th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Flight and Alpha Company, Warrior Transition Battalion teams chase after a ball during a tournament Nov. 13 on Ramstein. Airmen and Soldiers came together to spread awareness and understanding of the ways the WTB helps heal service members.

Service members shoot hoops for awareness

Photos by Staff Sgt. Armando Schwier-Morales

Members of the 10th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Flight and Alpha Company, Warrior Transition Battalion teams chase after a ball during a tournament Nov. 13 on Ramstein.

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Soldiers from the 21st Special Troops Battalion fire a cannon during a Veterans Day observance and retreat ceremony Nov. 10 on Panzer Kaserne. The 21st Theater Sustainment Command held the ceremony to honor all who have served or are serving in defense of the U.S. and it's allies.

21st TSC observes Veterans Day

Photo by Greg Jones

Soldiers from the 21st Special Troops Battalion fire a cannon during a Veterans Day observance and retreat ceremony Nov. 10 on Panzer Kaserne.

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Participants in the Work Accountability Responsibility Respect Integrity Opportunity Represent Program play a basketball game Oct. 30 on Ramstein. The WARRIOR Program uses basketball as a tool to bring young men together and is a targeted effort to reinforce character, leadership and positive behavior.

WARRIOR Program mentors to manhood

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Sharida Jackson 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

More than 40 young men gathered Oct. 30 at the Ramstein Youth Center to take part in the Work Accountability Responsibility Respect Integrity Opportunity Represent Program offered through the center.

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Master Sgt. David Dell, a member of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band, plays the trumpet during a Veterans Day event Nov. 11 at the Luxembourg American Military Cemetery in Luxembourg. The event hosted special guests and speakers in an effort to commemorate and honor members of the United States armed forces.

Veterans Day in Luxembourg

Photo by Staff Sgt. Brian Kimball

Master Sgt. David Dell, a member of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe Band, plays the trumpet during a Veterans Day event Nov. 11 at the Luxembourg American Military Cemetery in Luxembourg.

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A 37th Airlift Squadron pilot flies an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules during Aviation Detachment 16-1 Oct. 30 above Powidz Air Base, Poland. The training deployment gave 86th AW Airmen an opportunity to work closely with the Polish air force, helping the NATO allies complete training requirements and build a better bond between both countries.

Airmen train for night operations

Photos by Senior Airman Damon Kasberg

A 37th Airlift Squadron pilot flies an 86th Airlift Wing C-130J Super Hercules during Aviation Detachment 16-1 Oct. 30 above Powidz Air Base, Poland. The training deployment gave 86th AW Airmen an opportunity to work closely with the Polish air force, helping the NATO allies complete training requirements and build a better bond between both countries.

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KMC Notices and Events – Nov. 20, 2015

Closures • In an effort to better serve the beneficiaries of the 86th Medical Group, the following is a forecast of clinic closures due to U.S. holidays and mandatory training days: Thursday (Thanksgiving); Nov. 27 (Family Day); Dec. 10 (MDG training Day, closed from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.); Dec. 24 […]

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KMC Blotter – Nov. 20, 2015

NOV. 9 3:55 a.m.: A major traffic accident with injuries was reported in Nonnweiler. 9:11 a.m.: A major traffic accident was reported in Kaiserslautern. 1:30 p.m.: A major traffic accident was reported on Ramstein. 5:32 p.m.: A major traffic accident was reported in Ramstein-Miesenbach. 5:58 p.m.: Provoking speeches and gestures […]

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Airmen speak about what they’re thankful for during a Let’s Connect forum Nov. 10 on Ramstein. Let’s Connect encourages females to form bonds to build camaraderie and resilience. Though it is geared toward women, men are also welcome to join and seek to understand military life from a woman’s perspective.

Female service members strengthen bonds

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

As Airmen of varying backgrounds, career fields and ranks, it can be important to come together to support each other and build camaraderie and resilience through open forums.

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