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U.S. Security Forces Airmen within the United States Air Forces in Europe Command move to the next station on day one of the USAFE Defender Challenge at Ramstein Air Base, March 4. The team of three alternated between jogging and walking in order to save time on their final score. Photo by Airman 1st Class Andrew J. Alvarado

27 Airmen compete to be named 2020 USAFE Defender Challenge champs

Twenty-seven security forces members within the U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa competed in the 2020 USAFE Defender Challenge at Ramstein Air Base, March 4-6.

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March 9 7:35 a.m.: Major traffic collision in Kaisers­lautern 9:50 a.m.: Major traffic collision on A6 direction toward Ramstein-Miesenbach March 10 9:45 a.m.: Larceny of government property in Oberstaufenbach 12:10 p.m.: Fleeing the scene of traffic collision in Kaiserslautern 3:04 p.m.: Damage to private property in Kaiserslautern March 13 2 […]

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KMC Notices, News

The housing hype

MILITARY STOP MOVEMENT “Your Concern Is Our Concern” so keep in mind that the KMC Housing Office offers solutions to your housing needs and can assist you with the latest information — no matter what unique situation you may find yourself faced with!  If your upcoming PCS will possibly be […]

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U.S. Air Force Airman Noah Carney, left, Senior Airman Amber Ingalls, Airman 1st Class Charles Zine and Airman 1st Class Ronald Williamson, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment operators, pose for a photo on an Oshkosh Snow Broom snow removal vehicle at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 28. The four Airmen are members of the 786th CES snow operations team led by Williamson.

786 CES “Dirt Boyz” keep runways clear

The 786th Civil Engineer Squadron “Dirt Boyz” worked around the clock to keep runways free of snow and ice on Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 27 and 28.

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March 2 7:08 a.m.: Larceny of private property in Homburg March 4 2:08 p.m.: Larceny of private property in Landstuhl  March 5 1:43 p.m.: Major traffic collision in Ramstein-Miesenbach March 6 3:49 a.m.: Drunken operation of vehicle in Kaiserslautern    7:35 p.m.: Reckless driving in Kapaun  March 7 2 a.m.: […]

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KMC Notices, News

The housing hype

Military PCS: Six Tips for a Smooth Move Terminating Government Quarters? Did you know the Housing Office requires a 40-day advanced notice of intent to terminate government quarters? First, contact the KMC Housing Office, Assistance Section and: Provide 4 copies of your “PCS Orders and a Port Call” date (if […]

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Wing Commander’s Message to Airmen, Families on COVID-19

Wing Commander’s Message to Airmen, Families on COVID-19

To the men and women of the World’s Best Wing,

We talk about resilience in the Air Force, and so far this year we’ve faced heightened tensions in the Middle East, extreme weather events, a major inspection, and most recently a novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) that is consuming worldwide attention.

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86th AW participates in Flintlock 2020

86th AW participates in Flintlock 2020

DAKAR, Senegal — From Feb. 17-28, members and a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from the 86th Airlift Wing participated in exercise Flintlock 2020, an annual, African-led, integrated military and law enforcement exercise that strengthens key partner-nation forces throughout North and West Africa as well as Western Special Operations Forces.

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The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program is a free service provided to U.S. citizens by the Department of State. Members assigned within the U.S. European Command theater are required to enroll in STEP as mandated by the EUCOM commander. The program provides information, advisories, and other assistance while traveling abroad.

Taking a STEP toward travel safety

Personnel stationed at the World’s Best Wing, Ramstein Air Base, and throughout the rest of Europe, are top contenders for the title of most well-traveled.

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Demarris Strong, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron flight sergeant, poses with the 569th USFPS Squadron symbol at Vogelweh Military Complex, March 4. Strong, an 11-year veteran in the Air Force, learned leaders must know how and when to fight.

‘Strong’ balance: Airman’s pursuit on how, when to fight

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Demarris Strong, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron flight sergeant, is a leader known for her passion when it comes to her Airmen as well as her willingness to fight for them. However, balance is key in this pursuit.

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