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Blotter, News

KMC Blotter, August 15, 2014

August 5
5:35 a.m.: An assault was reported in Ramstein-Miesenbach.
9:55 a.m.: A major traffic accident was reported on Miesau.

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News

Static closeout dates and elimination of CRO report phase-out begins with technical sergeants

The chief of staff and chief master sergeant of the Air Force announced in July a series of changes to the enlisted evaluation and promotion system which will focus on ensuring job performance is the most important factor when evaluating and identifying Airmen for promotion.

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News, Uncategorized

Airmen turn C-130 into mobile ER

Airmen turn C-130 into mobile ER

by Senior Airman Hailey Haux
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A C-130J Super Hercules was converted into a flying critical care unit in mid-air after leaving Ramstein on a real-world mission July 26, 2014.

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Commentary

Ebola: What are the real risks?

by Lt. Col. Juan M. Ramirez Public Health Flight Commander

Given the shear amount of information being broadcast via television, print, radio and the Internet, it’s easy to understand why many people have concerns over what is now being called “the largest epidemic of Ebola in history.”

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Air Force to change enlisted evaluations, promotions

Courtesy of Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

Air Force officials announced a series of sweeping changes to the Enlisted Evaluation System and Weighted Airman Promotion System July 31.

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News

7th CSC Family Programs hosts FRG conference

7th CSC Family Programs hosts FRG conference

Story and photos by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chlosta
7th Public Affairs Office

With the war in Iraq over and the war in Afghanistan winding down the U.S. Army and, in particular, the U.S. Army Reserve is undergoing a significant transformation to remain ready and relevant in the future and so are Army Reserve Family Programs.

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Second star for vice commander

Second star for vice commander

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane
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News

Second Lt. Lindsey Leitz, 86th Aerospace Medical Squadron Nutrition Program Manager, uses mock food to demonstrate the proper serving sizes July 28. Health Promotion, formerly known as the Health & Wellness Center, offers several nutrition classes including Healthy Eating, Hypertension and Heart Health.

Building a new culture of health

Story and photo by Kimberly Parker
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Physical resilience is not just about physical fitness, but also includes maintaining a healthy weight and optimal nutrition to be able to accomplish the mission and enjoy life. Health Promotion, formerly known as the Health and Wellness Center, is one tool available to help strengthen physical resilience.

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News

Deployment, distribution unit uses diversity for mission readiness

Deployment, distribution unit uses diversity for mission readiness

Photo and story by Senior Airman Holly Mansfield
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Packing equipment, weighing shipments and inspecting cargo chutes is all in a day’s work for members of 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron’s Deployment and Distribution Flight.

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News

Crossroads: Legend of the white eagle

Crossroads: Legend of the white eagle

Sory and photo by Staff Sgt. Jarad A. Denton
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

POWIDZ AIR BASE, POLAND — There once was a tale of three brothers, Lech, Čech and Rus, who all lived in a small village. As time passed, their families grew to such a size that the town could no longer support them, so they set out in different directions to […]

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