by Sgt. 1st Class John S. Wollaston
10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command Public Affairs
“Saying goodbye to someone that was a friend, a co-worker, a Soldier you were entrusted to mold and develop is one of the hardest things a leader ever has to do — especially in a situation that didn’t involve that person being in harm’s way. And it never gets easier no matter how many times you have to go through it.”
October 16, 2014 ×
by Valerie Seitz
86th Medical Operations Squadron Family Advocacy Program
Each October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Family Advocacy Program puts a special focus on the prevention of domestic violence in the Air Force. This year’s campaign theme is, “Thanks for Asking.”
October 9, 2014 ×
by Maj. Carlos E. Chirivi
786th Civil Engineer Squadron
Operations Flight commander
I often reflect on what a great privilege it is to serve for a military service composed of people from all the corners of the Earth fighting together for a common purpose: world peace.
October 9, 2014 ×
by David W. Carter
86th Civil Engineer Squadron base energy manager
As fall approaches in Germany, most people are more interested in turning the radiator thermostat up rather than down. However, the month of October not only marks the changing season; it is also a time to recognize Energy Awareness Month.
October 2, 2014 ×
by Staff Sgt. Joel Reyes
569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron
The 86th Airlift Wing recently created a step-by-step traffic accident information pamphlet for use in the unfortunate event you are involved in a traffic accident on- or off-base.
September 11, 2014 ×
86th Medical Squadron Surgical Services flight chief
From its humble beginnings dating back to World Wars I and II, the surgical technologist has occupied a vital role in the surgical environment, which has undoubtedly made a pivotal impact on the successes of military medicine.
September 4, 2014 ×
by Brig. Gen. Patrick X. Mordente
86th Airlift Wing commander
As many of our Airmen at Ramstein were told Wednesday at several town halls, after careful deliberation, I decided to rescind the general order banning alcohol in the dormitories effective immediately.
August 28, 2014 ×
Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Jordan Castelan
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Europe has been known to suffer horribly depressing winters, and it comes as no surprise that many inhabitants look forward to the glorious relief of summer. Why is summer so fantastic in Europe? What makes it so magical? After nearly completing my tour here I believe I have found the answer: summer festival season.
August 21, 2014 ×
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.”
August 7, 2014 ×
by 1st Lt Gregory Souder
86th Materiel Maintenance Squadron
The Air Force Core Values are a three-part code for all Airmen to uphold no matter the situation.
July 31, 2014 ×