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Chief Master Sgt. Ramon Colon-Lopez, command chief master sergeant of the U.S. Air Forces Central Command

Energizing our nation’s diversity

Courtesy of the Hispanic Heritage Month committee

National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Just as the observance month is not confined to a specific calendar month, so too are the contributions and achievements of the Hispanic Americans who have helped energize our nation’s diversity.

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Tech. Sgt. Mubarak Rashid, 319th Recruiting Squadron enlisted accessions recruiter, recruits at Ramstein and has his sights aimed at achieving the highest honor a recruiter can receive in the Air Force: the Gold Recruiter Badge.

New recruiter sets goals high, accepts overseas challenges

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Lane Plummer 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A recruiter’s responsibility begins when someone walks into his office. He stands up and greets with a warm smile and a welcoming handshake.

October 15, 2015 ×

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Students listen to a lecture during a Boots 2 Business class Sept. 29 on Ramstein. B2B is a two-day workshop and an optional eight-week online course aimed at providing entrepreneurship training to service members transitioning out of the military and wanting to start a business.

B2B bridges transition to civilian world

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

Each year thousands of service members separate or retire from the military. Many of them start another career or go back to school.

October 8, 2015 ×

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How heat works in the KMC

How heat works in the KMC

by the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron

Our district heat network produces hot water and distributes it to base buildings to provide heat through radiators. During the summer months, so little heat is needed that most of the system is deactivated.

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Top 10 reasons vehicles fail inspection

by 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron

From cracked windows to auto decals, here are the top 10 reasons your vehicle may fail inspection.

October 1, 2015 ×

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Shoppers check out items offered at the Ramstein Bazaar in September 2014.

It’s time to shop: Ramstein Bazaar is here

Courtesy of the Ramstein Bazaar

The Ramstein Bazaar has been a staple event at Ramstein Air Base since 1965 — more than half century. Since its inception, the bazaar has been the place to find one-of-a-kind treasures.

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86th FSS hosts 51st Ramstein Bazaar

Courtesy of the Ramstein Bazaar

The Ramstein Bazaar has been a part of the military culture for those stationed in Europe since 1965. If you’ve ever been assigned to a base or post in Germany, Belgium, England, Italy or somewhere else in Europe, chances are you’ve attended or at least heard of this shopping extravaganza.

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Religious affairs specialists from across the Kaiserslautern area play a game of volleyball during an anniversary celebration of the Chaplain Corps July 29 on Pulaski Barracks.

Chaplain Corps, families celebrate 240 years

by Staff Sgt. Warren W. Wright Jr. 21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

Upon assuming command of the Continental Army in Cambridge, Mass., Gen. George Washington was able to count a total of 15 chaplains already serving within the 23 regiments around Boston. Then, on July 29, 1775, the Continental Congress gave chaplains their first official recognition, marking the birthdate of the Chaplain Corps.

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Senior Airmen Giselle Toro (left) and Tristen Geray, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmasters, prepare for a U.S. and Bulgarian air force formation flight July 14 over Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Loadmasters are responsible for the proper loading of cargo onto an aircraft and ensuring passengers are safe and comfortable during travel.

Expeditionary Airmen carry AF mission load

by Senior Airman Nicole Sikorski 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Hours before propellers turn and wheels leave the ground, one group of Airmen are the first pair of boots to step forward in the mission.

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Retired Maj. James M. Beckworth, a 25-year veteran who served with the 3rd Infantry Division among other organizations, visits with Sgt. Cory Divens of the 3rd Infantry Division at Rhine Ordnance Barracks July 15.

Veteran of postwar occupation returns to Kaiserslautern

Story and photos by Ronnie Schelby 21st Theater Sustainment Command Public Affairs

A veteran of the post-World War II occupation returned to his former offices on Panzer Kaserne and Rhine Ordnance Barracks, as well as the scene of his marriage and much of his youth.

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