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Unterwegs – February 2, 2024

Unterwegs – February 2, 2024

KAISERSLAUTERN ON ICE UNTIL MAR 17, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN Attention ice-skating fans! A mobile ice-skating rink is now in place in Kaiserslautern. There will be curling events every Monday evening, interactive shows for children on Sundays and a Kinderfasching event on Feb. 13. Hot drinks, crepes and other snacks will be […]

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Army — Year in photos

Army — Year in photos

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U.S. Army Capt. Mary Johnson, commander of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 30th Medical Brigade, gives remarks at the Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance, which was hosted by the 30th Medical Brigade at Tiger Theater, Sembach Kaserne, Germany, on Jan. 16, 2024. The theme for MLK Day remains “Remember, Celebrate, Act: A Day on Not a Day Off.” Johnson spoke about MLK’s life and achievements, emphasizing how he was a pillar of his community and preached the importance of peace and prosperity. He saw the turmoil of segregation and how he organized marches and peaceful protests to inspire those around him. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Samuel Signor)

30th Medical Brigade hosts Martin Luther King Jr. Day observence

Members of the 30th Medical Brigade honored the life and enduring influence of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as a champion of nonviolence in America and as a prominent leader in the Civil Rights Movement.

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Baumholder Military Community Youth Center scores $5,000 grant for high quality programs, commitment to service

Baumholder Military Community Youth Center scores $5,000 grant for high quality programs, commitment to service

The Baumholder Youth Center was recently awarded a $5,000 grant in recognition of its high-quality programs and demonstrated commitment to service, emphasizing youth learning, character, and leadership. The center was recognized for having one the top five Torch Club national projects within the Boys and Girls Club of America movement […]

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CSAF presents Mackay Trophy to 53rd Wing pilot for most meritorious flight of 2022

CSAF presents Mackay Trophy to 53rd Wing pilot for most meritorious flight of 2022

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin presented Maj. Stephen Keck, 422nd Test and Evaluation Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle pilot, the 2022 Mackay Trophy on Jan. 11, at Nellis Air Force Base, NV. “Major Keck’s inspiring actions reflect exactly what it takes to be a stellar Airman and aviator […]

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Five C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 37th Airlift Squadron sit on the flightline during inclement weather conditions Jan. 18, 2024, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The C-130J is the newest generation of the C-130 Hercules, which is primarily used to execute the tactical portion of the Department of the Air Force airlift mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner)

RAB sleighs with two snow days

Five inches of snowfall was forecast over two days during the first snowstorm of the year at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 18.

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How the Army outfits wounded Soldiers for life after recovery

How the Army outfits wounded Soldiers for life after recovery

There are many moving parts to the Army Recovery Care Program, not the least of which is Adaptive Reconditioning. This includes equipment and logistics for Soldiers who want to recover and overcome their wounds, injury, or illness. “Part of our job is to help coaches, logistics folks, etc., work together […]

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ABC in KMC: Jeanne D’Arc

ABC in KMC: Jeanne D’Arc

You’ve certainly heard of Joan of Arc, or Jeanne D’Arc, the famous and heroic woman also known as the “Maid of Orléans.” There are ballads, operas, rock songs, a ballet and even an epic movie paying tribute to the courageous young woman who stood her ground six hundred years ago. […]

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How well do you know German license plates?

How well do you know German license plates?

Germany has a very special method of issuing license plates depending on where you live. Unlike in the United States, where plates are issued according to states with different colors or designs. In Germany all plates are designed with black letters on a white background, they have a D (Deutschland) […]

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Unterwegs – January 26, 2024

Unterwegs – January 26, 2024

KAISERSLAUTERN ON ICE JAN. 27 – MAR. 17, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN Attention ice-skating fans! A mobile ice-skating rink will be opened in Kaiserslautern officially starting Jan. 27. There will be curling events every Monday evening, interactive shows for children on Sundays and a Kinderfasching event on Feb. 13. Hot drinks, crepes […]

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