erald Union H Vol. XXIII, No. 24
Wiesbaden: Our home in Germany
www.herald-union.com
Sept. 1, 2016
Gate access changes will affect Wiesbaden By U.S. Army Europe
a captive audience where people learn something new — something more interactive than your average presentation. “We wanted to make it come alive.” Howe said the event would pay for itself ten-fold in terms of time off work and that employees will learn
As you travel around Europe, you are likely to see some increases in host nation security efforts, as well as in U.S. Army Europe’s garrison security posture. U.S. Army Europe’s Antiterrorism Division would like to remind everyone that the command’s common goal is to ensure it is postured to counter the threat of terrorism and provide a safe and secure environment for everyone. You may see additional security guards, Soldiers and military police in and around U.S. Army Europe installations, more frequent and thorough security checks and inspections, and other random security activities. It is the collective efforts of security professionals, Soldiers, civilian workers and family members who help keep everyone safe. Given the significant and persistent threat the world faces, one way to execute
See ‘Safety’ on page 9
See ‘Security’ on page 9
Photo by Emily Jennings
Saban Ceylan, construction inspector with the Directorate of Public Works (left), and Karin Morrell, Directorate of Emergency Services fire inspector, demonstrate how to put out fires with different types of extinguishers at a DPW Safety Stand-down Aug. 26.
DPW event engages workers By Emily Jennings
U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs
Employees got a chance to test their forklift driving skills, learn firsthand how to get someone out of a rolled over vehicle and see a stepby-step demonstration on chainsaw maintenance as part of a safety standdown put on by the Directorate of
Public Works Aug. 26. The purpose of the event was to educate the workforce and arm them with the skills needed to protect themselves while on the job, said John Howe, chief operations and maintenance. “We wanted to be proactive and raise awareness on safety.” The goal, he said, was to get
Biggest losers win big in fitness center challenge By Amy L. Bugala
U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Public Affairs
A milestone for a motivated group of Wiesbaden community members was reached as participants and winners of the Family and MWR “Biggest Loser” program were recognized during a ceremony at the Fitness Center Aug. 15. Ten-weeks ago, 16 contestants divided into two teams took on the “Biggest Loser” weight loss challenge to
Inside Summer camps a success
Kids enjoyed being with friends this summer, see page 11.
transform their lives through physical fitness, health and education with the top ‘losers’ from each team earning a trip for two to the French Riviera and Cinque Terre. Unlike the reality television show, no one got kicked off this ranch. “This isn’t just a 10-week commitment; it is a lifetime commitment and we applaud all those who participated,” said Maria Diaz, Family and MWR’s Sports
Back to school About 2,000 students began classes here Aug. 29, see page 16.
and Fitness coordinator. “Participants who made that day-by-day commitment to the program are the ones who saw the biggest changes.” In the end, Khyrsta Kluttz of Team One, coached by Rey Drummond, dropped a total of 34 pounds, and Essie Smith of Team Two, coached by Rachael Pecoraro, shed 22 pounds. Kluttz, a mother of two, was motiSee ‘Winners’ on page 6
WIESBADEN’S
Aukamm driveways
Project will make parking easier, see page 3.