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Senior Airman Andrey Antonyuk, 603rd Air and Space Communications Squadron RF transmissions technician, and Senior Airman Jeremy Walkes, 86th Communications Squadron Special Missions Flight Satellite Communications technician, bag a customer’s groceries during a two-day commissary bagging event for Operation Warm Heart Nov. 23 on Ramstein. Operation Warm Heart consists of two voluntary events, commissary bagging and the “Ring A Bell” campaign, which raise money for Airmen and families in need during the holiday season.

Operation Warm Heart brings holiday cheer to KMC

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

Kaiserslautern Military Community first sergeants held a voluntary commissary bagging event in support of Operation Warm Heart Nov. 22 and 23 at the Ramstein Commissary.

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Commentary

To innovate, we can’t be afraid to fail

by Col. Robert Novotny
48th Fighter Wing commander

“Throughout history, people with new ideas — who think differently and try to change things — have always been called troublemakers.” — Richelle Mead, author.

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Master Sgt. Timothy Bliefnick, 86th Comptroller Squadron and Wing Staff Agencies first sergeant, helps his daughter, Annabella, place an angel decoration on top of a tree in the Kaiserslautern Military Community Center Nov. 17 on Ramstein. The 13 trees set up around the KMC to accept donations are meant to be used to provide financial relief to military families during the holiday season.

Angels in the KMC

Story and photo by Senior Airman Timothy Moore
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 2014 Angel Tree program kicked off Nov. 17 at the Kaisers-lautern Military Community Center on Ramstein and will continue through Jan. 5.

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Tech. Sgt. Holly Bambarger, 86th Airlift Wing Judge Advocate paralegal, completes a will for a Ramstein member Nov. 25 on Ramstein. Bambarger recently won the Air Force Outstanding Paralegal NCO of the Year for her accomplishments, demonstrating superior initiative, technical skills, leadership, attorney/paralegal teaming, and devotion to duty at home station and overseas locations.

Ramstein paralegal named best of best

Story and photo by Senior Airman Armando A. Schwier-Morales
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

It starts with one 10-inch book, and then one becomes 10 books. The planning and research takes hours if not days, but she knows helping her peers become better is important. She believes in what she is doing and is willing to sacrifice the time and weekends to ensure a successful legal system.

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Gingerbread men

Gingerbread men

Count the gingerbread men & win GREAT prizes!!!!  Deutsche Bahn 1st class tickets to Paris for two (roundtrip from KL, free choice of date (depending on availability), overnight possible) with a value of 636€ Saturn 1x Samsung TV, 3D LED-TV, 55 Zoll, Full HD, value 699€ 1x Samsung Galaxy Tab […]

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Holiday shipping through APO

Holiday shipping through APO

by Erin Elizabeth Eskew, Contributing writer

As the Christmas season approaches, military families living abroad have a special opportunity to connect with family and friends in the United States through Christmas cards and presents from their host country. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Darian Lira, postmaster at the Ramstein Northside Post Office, offered some insight on getting […]

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Commentary

Daughter, Sister, Airman

by Senior Airman Hailey Haux
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

I am an Airman in the U.S. Air Force. I am also a niece, cousin, sister and daughter.

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Photo by Senior Airman Jordan CastelanChief Master Sgt. Frank H. Batten III, 86th Airlift Wing command chief, is apprehended by Brutus, an 86th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, in a demonstration showcasing the capabilities of 86th SFS MWD handlers Oct. 28 on Ramstein. Dogs have been used in conjunction with military forces for centuries and are prized for their abilities to detect, discover and detain hostile forces.

Chief gets eaten up

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Courtesy photoThieves tend to look for “easy targets.” Easy targets include unlocked car doors, open windows and doors that are not locked with a deadbolt.

Prevent larceny at home, on vacation

by Airman Larissa Greatwood
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Though theft is more prominent during the warmer months, prevention should be a priority all year. With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s important to secure homes and vehicles whether traveling or staying in the local area.

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German Polizei Corner

Driving in fog: German Polizei explain how to stay safe while driving in fog: • At the first indication of fog, motorists should turn on their headlights and taillights, not just the running lights in the front. • Drivers should not rely on their automatic lights. Some might turn on too late […]

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