Kaiserslautern American - April 12, 2024

Third Air Force welcomes incoming commander,

Maj. Gen. Paul Moga during change of command

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, United States Air Forces in Europe –Air Forces Africa chief of staff, assumes command of Third Air Force from Maj. Gen. Derek France, Third Air Force commander at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. Moga graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1995 and earned his pilot wings at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, accruing over 2,600 flight hours in six types of aircraft.

Germany’s National Parks: Kellerwald Edersee National Park

Sometimes, the best trips reveal a wonderland in a place that at first seems like the middle of nowhere. Kellerwald Edersee National Park, which is located in the lovely forested state of Hessen, is one of those places. From spring until summer, especially, the park provides a brilliant experience. You’ll find beautiful lakes, an excellent treetop adventure, a dam walk, an amazing castle hotel, and a wonderful sense of tranquility. Here

Photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro

Pentagon welcomes Sweden, Finland in ceremony marking NATO anniversary

By Joseph Clark Departement of Defense News

Defense officials today welcomed Finland and Sweden as NATO’s two newest members in a flag unfurling ceremony as the alliance marked its 75th anniversary.

The two nations’ flags were unveiled alongside those of 30 other member states at the Pentagon — a display that underscores NATO’s unwavering alliance forged amid the threat of Soviet aggression in the aftermath of World War II.

“At the alliance’s core is a sacred promise — one that we reaffirm today — that an attack on one is an attack on all,” said Lisa C. Sawyer, the deputy assistant secretary for European and NATO policy during the flag unfurling ceremony.

NATO’s newest member in March.

Their accession brought an end to longstanding military nonalignment by the two Nordic countries, as Russia’s aggression once again threatened peace and stability on Europe’s eastern flank.

“Putin’s reckless and lawless invasion of Ukraine has brought war back to Europe on a scale that NATO’s founders had hoped to consign to history,” Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said in a statement. “Today, the world needs NATO as much as ever.”

Austin noted that as the common values that unite NATO allies have been put to the test, the alliance has only grown in strength.

“... we stand together and protect one another as we have for 75 years.”

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg

“To the nations of Sweden and Finland, you now have a commitment of the United States of America and 30 other allies to come to your defense should you need it, and we know we have yours,” she said.

The alliance, which began as a 12-member bloc in April 1949, has long served as a beacon of freedom and stability throughout Europe. Over the years, the alliance has grown to include 32 members united by the shared principles of democracy and the rule of law.

Sweden and Finland both applied to join the alliance in May 2022 after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February of that year.

Finland officially joined the alliance exactly one year ago today after receiving unanimous approval from the member states, as is required to join the alliance. Sweden became

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“In the 21st century, NATO remains the bulwark of our common security, and America’s commitment to this great defensive alliance remains a sacred trust,” he said. “Today’s 32-member alliance is larger than ever after the historic recent addition of the proud democracies of Finland and Sweden — stronger than ever and more united than ever.”

Officials from Sweden and Finland underscored their commitment to the alliance as their flags were unfurled at the Pentagon.

“For us, strong defense, being a strong member of NATO, contributing to the 360 degrees of NATO security is something that we have internalized, and we take it seriously,” said Mikko Hautala, Finland’s ambassador to the U.S. “I think you will see it in all of our actions now and in the future.”

Jonas Wendel, Sweden’s deputy chief of mission to the U.S., said his country’s membership, along with

Finland’s, will create a more predictable geopolitical outlook and add to peace and stability throughout Europe.

The ceremony at the Pentagon comes as NATO marks 75 years since the alliance was founded with the signing of the Washington Treaty on April 4, 1949.

“Never has a single document with so few words meant so much to so many people — so much security, so much prosperity, and so much peace,” said NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg as NATO foreign ministers today gathered in Brussels to mark the anniversary.

“All because of its solemn promise ... we stand together and protect one another as we have for 75 years,” he said.

In his statement marking the milestone, President Joe Biden said that the peace and stability afforded through “the greatest military alliance in the history of the world” did not “happen by accident, nor was it inevitable.”

“Generation after generation, the United States and our fellow allies have chosen to come together to stand up for freedom and push back against aggression knowing we are stronger, and the world is safer, when we do,” he said.

In the face of new challenges, that hard-won peace cannot be taken for granted, Biden cautioned.

“Now, like generations before us, we must choose to protect this progress and build on it,” Biden said. “We must remember that the sacred commitment we make to our allies to defend every inch of NATO territory makes us safer, too, and gives the United States a bulwark of security unrivaled by any other nation in the world.

“And like our predecessors, we must ask ourselves what can we do — what must we do — to create a more peaceful future,” he said.

The NATO flag flies aboard the USS Harry S. Truman, while deployed to the Mediterranean Sea in support of Neptune Strike 2022, Jan. 29, 2022.

Photo by Navy Seaman Jack Hoppe

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy Lisa Sawyer and Swedish Deputy Chief of Mission to the U.S. Jonas Wendel unveil the Swedish flag in the NATO corridor at the Pentagon, April 4. Photo by Air Force Staff Sgt. John Wright

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy Lisa Sawyer and Finland’s Ambassador to the U.S. Mikko Hautala unveil the Finnish flag in the NATO corridor at the Pentagon, April 4. Photo by Air Force Staff Sgt. John Wright

From right: Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy Lisa Sawyer; Finland’s Ambassador to the U.S. Mikko Hautala; and Swedish Deputy Chief of Mission to the U.S. Jonas Wendel pose for a photo during the unfurling of the flags of Sweden and Finland in the NATO corridor at the Pentagon, April 4.

Photo by Air Force Staff Sgt. John Wright

CHANGE OF COMMAND from Page 1

U.S. Air Force Airmen deliver gifts to Maj. Gen. Paul Moga’s family during the Third Air Force change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. Photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro

The Ramstein Air Base Honor Guard marches to present colors during the Third Air Force change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. Moga commissioned at the United States Air Force Academy in 1995, ultimately earning his pilot wings and accruing more than 2,600 hours of flight time in the Cessna T-37 Tweet, Northrop T-38C Talon, McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle, Lockhead Martin F-22 Raptor, and Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II. Photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Sampson

U.S. Air Force Gen. James Hecker, United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa commander, provides opening remarks during the Third Air Force change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. Photo by Senior Airman Jordan Lazaro

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Derek France, Third Air Force commander, welcomes Maj. Gen. Paul Moga, chief of staff, at headquarters U.S Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa, as the newest leader of the major command’s only numbered air force, at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. With this assumption of command, Moga will become the 57th commander of the NAF, continuing its mission of developing Airmen and their families, defending the U.S. and its allies, and delivering peace through stability and deterrence.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Olivia Sampson

THE HOUSING HYPE

On-base out-processing

No later than 40 days prior to your anticipated departure date, you will need to come in person to schedule your pre and final inspections. You may come during walk-in hours to the KMC Housing Office (Vogelweh) or schedule an appointment via Appointment Plus https:// booknow.appointment-plus.com/9rm3mcns/. Please bring 2 copies of your orders.

If you do not have orders or a port call date, only the pre-inspection will be scheduled. A separate visit will be necessary to schedule the final inspection once orders and a port call date are confirmed.

Once the final inspection is completed, any necessary clearance documents will be signed for your out-processing checklist at the final inspection with the Facilities Inspector.

Off-base out-processing

Provide your Landlord a minimum of 30 days written termination notice (form provided from the Housing Office).

Contact the UTAP office and FMS for out-processing instructions.

Schedule lodging. You are authorized up to the last 10 nights, preceding your departure (counting backwards from your Departure/Port Call date).

**TLA and OHA may only overlap for 5 days.

**Make sure to clear your off-base house within 5 days of checking into TLA.

Schedule the final walk through with your landlord. Complete the required Premises Condition/Inventory Form with the landlord. The landlord MUST complete sections 19 and 20.

MANDATORY - You will need to come in person during walk-in hours to the KMC Housing Office (Vogelweh) to be cleared by us or schedule an appointment via Appointment Plus https:// booknow.appointment-plus.com/9rm3mcns/

You need to provide a copy of your Rental Termination Notice, completed Premises Condition/ Inventory Form, and a set of orders. We will complete the forms for your OHA Stop and advise you on your TLA reimbursement. You will be cleared from VMPF and/or the checklist provided by you.

The link for the out-processing instructions for economy and Military Family Housing is: https://www.housing.af.mil/

TAKE NOTE

ATTN: Those packing up, leaving the KMC

Many members wait too long to begin the household goods moving process, thereby causing additional stress and delays. The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron Personal Property Office advises movers to call them at +49-631-536-7727 three weeks before moving to begin the booking process.

Finance Customer Service

Official Photo Studio has moved

The 86th AW/PA Official Photo Studio has moved to our new permanent location. The new location is in the second-floor offices located in the back portion of the Hercules Theatre, Bldg 2101. To schedule an appointment, go to www.ramstein.af.mil. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-9199.

Finance customer service walk-ins are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday-Friday, in building 2108. Voucher processing is by appointment only from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., MondayFriday. Appointments can be booked through the QR code. For all other matters, please submit a ticket through the Comptroller Services Portal at https://csp.cce.af.mil/

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ENERGY TIP OF THE WEEK

Office energy

» Turn off office equipment when it is not needed at night or on the weekends. About 30 to 40 percent of office equipment is left on at night and on weekends.

» Activate sleep settings on office equipment, so that they automatically enter a low-powered sleep mode when inactive.

Retiree Activities Office

Attention all retirees, veterans, spouses and surviving spouses.

If you have not been receiving emails about veterans’ affairs, entitlements, pay and benefits that are sent out by the Retiree Affairs Office, it might be because of the email address you provided. Some email addresses may not work with the U.S. Air Force servers. If you would like to begin receiving RAO emails again, please email your updated contact information to our Gmail account at ramraoteam@gmail.com and official email at 86aw.rao@us.af.mil so that we can update our contact list. Thank you!

Your Retiree Affairs Office wants you! It is our mission to serve our retiree community — but we rely on our volunteer staff to do so. Volunteering can mean as little as one day a week for a four-hour block. The RAO is open Mon 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tue/Wed/Thu from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1

p.m. We are located in Building 2118, Room 138 next to the VAT Office. Please visit our website at https://www.ramstein.af.mil/Contact/ Retiree-Activities-Program/ for factsheets and recent RAO Newsletters on navigating being a retiree in Germany. Routine questions can be sent via email, but we ask that you make an appointment for specific subjects such as predeath planning/surviving spouse issues and or Retiring in Germany. For appointments either call during office hours at 06371-47-5486, and/ or send us an email to: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil. Any problems making contact, please email your Acting Director, retired Chief Master Sgt. Jim Barrante at: jim.barrante@gmail.com.

RAO is in need of a new volunteer director

This position is open to retirees who are interested in a dynamic opportunity to serve our KMC retiree community. Contact the RAO at 86aw/rao@us.af.mil for more information.

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Do you eat from your garden?

by Lt. Col. Brenda D. White, MS, RDN, LD. Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center

March was National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Beyond the Table.” Do you eat from your garden? If your answer is…, “Yeah, right. NO! Most likely, if you are like me, you don’t have the time or the patience to wait on your fruit and vegetables to grow. However, consuming a variety of fruit and vegetables daily decreases your risk of various diseases (i.e., heart disease, cancer, etc.) and other disorders/ailments. Fruits and vegetables contain essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and those wonderful phytochemicals — immune properties/antioxidants.

If I’m being honest, I’d eat Idaho potatoes (if longterm, poor health wasn’t a concern!) three times a day — fried, steamed, boiled, or in a chip. Two of my favorite healthy produce items are Pink Lady apples and fresh or frozen broccoli steamed because they are loaded with Vitamins A and C, iron, and taste delicious.

It is recommended that half of your plate be dedicated to fruit and vegetables. So, does your plate usually contain half or is it onefourth or less or no vegetables at all? When you shop for fruit and/or vegetables, do you know what to buy and what nutrients they contain. Many grocery stores now have the nutrition information about the fruit or vegetable on cards/tabs near the produce. Most fruit and vegetables contain fiber (soluble/insoluble), key nutrients such as Vitamins A and C, potassium, iron, folic acid, and a variety of other nutrients which are good for the body.

Have you ever noticed when you shop for groceries, most of the foods your body needs

for nourishment/sustainment are located on the outskirts of the store, in a full circle? Take a look the next time you shop at the commissary or local grocery; your fruit and vegetables will be located on the outskirts of the store, to your left or your right. The aisles are where you will find most of the enticing items such

as your chips, dips, sodas, cereals, candy and prepared or processed dry box foods/ingredients (i.e., macaroni and cheese, Hamburger Helper, etc.). Next time, try to bypass those aisles until you’ve selected and loaded your cart with fresh or frozen fruit and vegetables. You might be pleasantly surprised at how

much healthier you and your grocery cart will look!

If you are in a rush, canned vegetables are acceptable but, fresh/frozen retain more nutritional value. Choose a variety of vegetables such as greens, broccoli, peppers, squash, sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, asparagus, cauliflower, etc. A serving is ½ cup if the vegetable has been cooked, but if served raw, then 1 cup is a serving. Non-starchy vegetables have about 5 to 25 calories per serving; starchy vegetables (i.e., my Idaho potato) will contain about 80 calories per serving. Eat your vegetables as a snack or/and a part of your daily plate serving. I normally combine my vegetables during cooking. I add a tablespoon of olive oil and mixed seasonings to blackeye peas and green beans or vegan meat-like crumbles with hominy corn or lima beans. Remember cucumbers, iceberg lettuce, etc. have about 5 calories per servings.

Fresh or dried fruit such as apples, oranges, pears, berries, peaches, nectarines, avocados are your best choice. Avocados are quite tasty, but often get a “bad rep” due to their high-fat content; remember the fat is monounsaturated and is good for your heart. Fresh is better, but juices are also a good choice. So, if you drink juice as a fruit substitute, ensure you are consuming 100 percent juice. Don’t be fooled by juices that advertise 100 percent Vitamin C – as they might be “loaded” with corn syrup. A serving of fruit can range from one small or medium piece of fruit to ¼ to ½ cup of dried fruit or fruit juice.

Whether you like fruit and don’t like vegetables, or vice versa, you will benefit from a good variety of either.

Maintaining a healthy, balanced, and sustainable diet helps build wellness across many areas of health.

Graphic by Scott Speaks/Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center

Military Spouses working in Germany

by German American Community Office

Are you a military spouse looking for a job while your partner is stationed here?

Your SOFA status actually counts as a labor permit within the Germany economy, allowing you to pursue employment outside the wire.

However, when doing so, please keep in mind that all income generated within the German economy is not subject to NATO SOFA. In easier terms, your income will be subject to German taxes and social security payments.

You also need a German health insur-

ance, Tricare alone is not sufficient.

These rules, in principle, also apply if you are self-employed. For example, if you have a small business selling items like handmade soaps and candles on a somewhat professional level, it must be properly registered with German authorities and will be taxed accordingly.

This is obviously just the tip of the iceberg. There are many exceptions, additional regulations, and niche cases for specific professions.

If you would like to learn more reach out to our office and we will guide you to the correct people to talk to. Contact info@ gaco-kl.de or Tel. 0631 – 363 3010.

Service Culture Spotlight

“I love hearing customers say that they had an amazing time. We make our customer’s day better!”

NAME:

Wayne Doornbos

JOB: Warrior Adventure Quest Program

Manager | Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation

HIS SHINING MOMENT:

Wayne served as a key member of the Directorate’s Commission for

Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) Accreditation working group, helping to wrap up a year’s long effort to become the first accredited Army DFMWR Recreation Program overseas.

WHY HE LOVES

HIS JOB:

“I love hearing customers say that they had an amazing time. Essentially, we made our customers’ day better!”

Photo by voronaman/Shutterstock.com

76th AS hosts memorial for IFO-21 crash

The 86th Airlift Wing Honor Guard presents the colors during a memorial service at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. Members of the 76th Airlift Squadron and other members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community came to pay their respects to those who lost their lives when a U.S. Air Force CT-43A aircraft with the call sign IFO-21, crashed in Croatia killing all 35 people on board.

The names of service members who lost their lives in a 1996 aircraft crash are displayed on a memorial at the Battle of Britain Memorial Garden at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. The memorial was placed at the 76th Airlift Squadron’s old headquarters building before the 86th Civil Engineer Group moved the memorial to its current location at the Battle of Britain Memorial Garden.

Shannon Murphy, 86th Airlift Wing historian, speaks at a memorial service dedicated to those who lost their lives in a 1996 aircraft crash at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. A U.S. Air Force CT-43A aircraft, with the call sign IFO-21, crashed while on approach to the Zagreb Pleso airport, Croatia, killing all 35 passengers on board April 3, 1996.

Members of the 86th Airlift Wing Honor Guard place a wreath at a memorial site in remembrance of those who lost their lives at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. Service members, civilians from the Kaiserslautern Military Community gathered to honor the memory of those who perished in the IFO-21 aircraft crash, on April 3, 1996.

Photos by Senior Airman Thomas Karol 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

725 AMS, 496 ABS conduct exercise Rising Phoenix at Morón Air Base

The 725th Air Mobility Squadron executed their continuity of operations plan from Naval Station Rota, Spain, to Morón Air Base, Spain, as a part of Exercise Rising Phoenix from Feb. 5-9. The exercise simulated a natural disaster and was meant to assess and demonstrate the joint effort between the 725 AMS, NAVSTA Rota and the 496th Air Base Squadron at Morón Air Base, surging to 24/7 operations to support enroute Air Mobility Command aircraft heading downrange.

Featuring 88 U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy personnel from various career fields and rates, Exercise Rising Phoenix demonstrated the two installations’ ability to work together, maneuvering mobility forces and equipment across the Iberian Peninsula via ground assets. The 725 AMS accomplished this by exercising their ability to disaggregate and re-aggregate at an alternate airfield with support from 496 ABS and NAVSTA Rota personnel.

Personnel from the 725 AMS were tasked with performing 24-hour maintenance, supply, and air mobility command and control functions, while the 496 ABS performed aerial port, ground transportation, airfield operations, fuels management, cyber operations, sustainment services, and reception functions. NAVSTA Rota provided four air transportation specialists to imbed with the 496 ABS, improving host-installation communications and planning with the teams at NAVSTA Rota.

During the weeklong exercise, the joint force supported 12 AMC missions, ferrying 290k lbs. of cargo, 89 passengers and 42 aircrew to accomplish 97 percent of their desired learning objec-

tives. The 725 AMS leveraged ‘Starshield,’ the DoD-contracted version of SpaceX’s ‘Starlink,’ to establish a satellite connection and provide flightline Wi-Fi access, demonstrating the technology’s utility for continuity of operations.

“I could not be more proud of our teams for cultivating the combined, joint, interagency, host nation, and intra-Service partnerships necessary to ensure that critical missions like AMC’s Global Air Mobility Support System can continue anytime and anywhere,” shared Lt. Col. Christopher Curry, 496 ABS and U.S. Forces Morón commander, while echoing senior leaders’ praise. “Watching our 725 AMS and 496 ABS Senior Non-Commissioned Officers and Company Grade Officers showcase mission command was a sight to see. They took intent, trust, and empowerment to execution with exceptional initiative and minimal oversight, proving that the global gateway is ready to take on any challenge.”

The teams also demonstrated Over the Horizon Augmentation technology — HoloLens II augmented reality headsets. HoloLens is a wearable headset that allows multiple users to be shown and share an augmented reality. Pairing it with Starshield technology, the headsets can be used to connect deployed forces with off-site personnel to assist with issues they are experiencing in the field. HoloLens allows users to interact virtually with subject matter experts to troubleshoot complications and facilitate swift resolutions to complex issues that could hinder Rapid Global Mobility.

This technology can potentially reduce or even eliminate the need to deploy additional personnel for mission continuation in the future — a glimpse into the future

of GAMSS command, control and connectivity communications and capabilities.

“The 725 AMS has ambitious goals to get after the USAF Expeditionary Center’s 2024 campaign plan for GAMSS forces,” shared Lt. Col. Brian Shea, 725 AMS commander. “This first iteration of Exercise Rising Phoenix marks a significant investment in the development of our CGOs and SNCOs. Watching our team collaborate seamlessly with our Spanish allies, U.S. Navy and the 496 ABS to shift airflow between our operating locations was truly inspiring. Thank you to all our partners whose contributions made this achievement possible and are excited to grow our partnerships in future exercises and operations.”

Additionally, Exercise Rising Phoenix exposed CGO’s and SNCO’s to the hurdles associated with supporting disaggregation and reaggregation operations at an alternate airfield. The exercise was the perfect opportunity for tactical leaders to refine their Joint Planning Process principles in a controlled environment.

“What was so incredible about our first iteration

of Rising Phoenix was seeing how successful grass root efforts can be,” shared Capt. Rebecca Roach, 725th AMS Detachment 1 commander, I am beyond proud to have been a part of the team that made this happen and cannot wait to see how future iterations of this exercise unfold.

On Feb. 7, members from the 725 AMS and 496 ABS hosted distinguished visitors from both AMC and U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Force Africa to demonstrate the highlights of Exercise Rising Phoenix.

The day began with an overview briefing of the exercise, highlighting the exercise’s goals and objectives. The DVs then visited with key members of the exercise, toured a C-17 Globemaster III and more.

During the visit, HoloLens and Starshield technology was presented by Senior Master Sgt. Anthony

Sewejkis, 725 AMS maintenance superintendent, and operated by Staff Sgt. Juan Castaneda-Bedolla, a 725 AMS client systems technician. They demonstrated the tools by having one user build a mock aircraft model while receiving guidance from the other user with the manual in a separate location. Additionally, the DVs in attendance were able to try on the HoloLens headsets and experience the practicality of the tool themselves. This capability is a glimpse into the future of GAMSS GC3 communications and capabilities.

Exercise Rising Phoenix demonstrated joint interoperability and multi-capability. Executing a successful COOP and refining expertise provided United States European Command forces with valuable lessons learned and helped establish the tactics, tools, and procedures for future operations.

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521st Air Mobility Operations Wing

Photo by Senior Airman Lauren Levan

Distinguished visitors and members participating in Exercise Rising Phoenix pose for a group photo Feb. 7, at Morón Air Base, Spain.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua T. Crossman

86 AW SARC bridges German, military communities

Story and photos by Airman Dylan Myers 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

If you worked where you grew up, what impact could you have? How could family and familiarity influence the work you do?

When reflecting on her childhood, one member of Team Ramstein uses ties to the local community to serve as a guiding light, influencing her perspective and enhancing her ability to connect with others and clients.

U.S. Air Force Capt. Regina Panting, intelligence officer by trade and now the 86th Airlift Wing’s deputy sexual assault response coordinator, draws strength from her upbringing in the local community.

“I think growing up in a cultural melting pot was honestly one of the most amazing things I could

ever ask for,” said Panting. “My father is an Italian American and my mother is German. Growing up speaking German and being around so many people with differences made it easier to understand the perspectives of others.”

Panting spent much of her childhood here in the Kaiserslautern community. She always knew she wanted to join the military and, more specifically, be an officer in the Air Force. She began her career as an enlisted member before being accepted into Officer Training School as a technical sergeant.

“As an intel officer, we get to dip our hands into various pots and learn a little bit of everything,” said Panting. “What drew me to this career was the opportunity to balance mission demands with leadership and personnel care. In the Air Force, the demand for intelligence

is high, and it’s crucial to maintain that balance of taking care of people. For me, it’s about spreading my wings, delving into different kinds of intelligence beyond just imagery analysis, all while improving my leadership skills.”

After years of perfecting this balance, Panting felt ready to fill a larger leadership position as her career continued. She wanted to find ways to diversify her skill set, help her community, and truly step out of her comfort zone. She found a way to answer that calling as the 86th AW deputy SARC.

Panting started her SARC journey as a volunteer victim advocate in 2020. Ever since taking on the job, she has taken steps to improve resiliency programs and SAPR programs over the last few years. Recognizing the importance of establishing trust and comfort

U.S Air Force Capt. Regina Panting, 86th Airlift Wing deputy sexual assault response coordinator, and Chief Master Sgt. Rex Panting, 700th Contracting Squadron senior enlisted leader and Capt. Panting’s spouse, pose together at Ramstein Air Base, March 13. Capt. Panting draws strength from her marriage and upbringing to connect with victims and provide her best support as a SARC.

Items promoting the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program are displayed March 14 at Ramstein Air Base. The SAPR Program is responsible for oversight of sexual assault policies. SAPR works hand-in-hand with the services and the civilian community to develop and implement innovative prevention and response programs.

with her clients, Panting often opts to wear civilian attire during her interactions. This choice allows her to create a more relaxed atmosphere, easing the unease of those she assists.

“I’ve really stepped out of my shell here in this office,” said Panting. “I’ve gotten opportunities to work with other programs and apply new information to our training to make it more engaging.”

Since arriving at Ramstein in September 2021, Panting has been pivotal in helping numerous victims with translation at medical appointments, facilitating individ-

uals’ access to mental health services off the installation, securing legal representation off base and helping them gain an understanding of German laws.

Regina’s journey stemming from a diverse upbringing to her role as the wing’s SARC, showcases her unwavering commitment to service and compassion. Her ability to bridge communities, lead in various professions and make a tangible difference in the lives of others not only embodies the core values of the Air Force but also serves as an inspiration for other service members.

USAFE commander meets with RAAF partners

U.S. Air Force General James B. Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa and NATO Allied Air Command commander, right, poses for a group photo with Australian Ambassador to Germany Natasha Smith, center right, Royal Australian Air Force Group Captain Darrin Lindsay, No 2 Squadron task element commander, center left, and RAAF Warrant Officer, Scott Helbig, 2SQN warrant officer, at Ramstein Air Base, April 2. The Australian Defence Force deployed a RAAF E-7A Wedgetail aircraft and approximately 100 crew and support personnel to Ramstein Air Base, for six months, starting in October 2023 to help protect a vital gateway of international humanitarian and military assistance to Ukraine.

U.S. Air Force General James B. Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa and NATO Allied Air Command commander, speaks to members of the Royal Australian Air Force, at Ramstein Air Base, April 2.

U.S. Air Force General James B. Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa and NATO Allied Air Command commander, talks with Australian Ambassador to Germany Natasha Smith, center right, and Royal Australian Air Force Group Captain Darrin Lindsay, No 2 Squadron task element commander, at Ramstein Air Base, April 2.

U.S. Air Force General James B. Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa and NATO Allied Air Command commander, speaks to members of the Royal Australian Air Force, at Ramstein Air Base, April 2.

U.S. Air Force General James B. Hecker, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa and NATO Allied Air Command commander, speaks to members of the Royal Australian Air Force, at Ramstein Air Base, April 2.

Photos by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

SAPR hosts Volksmarch for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Volunteers splatter paint during a Volksmarch event, a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response walk and fair, at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. The painting was an interactive stop on the walk that aimed to increase sexual assault awareness.

Participants at the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Volksmarch event, a walk to spread sexual awareness, meet multiple helping agencies while walking around the base fitness center gymnasium at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. After checking in at the SAPR booth infront of the fitness center, the participants walked around 16 helping agency booths inside the gymnasium including the Chaplains, Airman and Family Readiness, and the Army’s Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zelie Awoukeng Kenfack, 86th Medical Group public health technician, educates the base public about vaccines and travel health in the base fitness center gymnasium at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. Public Health was one of many helping agencies that participated in the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response

Renea Fischer, 86th Airlift Wing deputy director, kicks off the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Volksmarch event at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. The interactive SAPR Volksmarch event showcased helping agencies from around the Kaiserslautern Military Community and had interactive games and art projects to open up discussions about sexual assault response and prevention resources.

Participants at the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Volksmarch event meet multiple helping agencies while walking around the base fitness center gymnasium at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. The SAPR program offers resources to victims and can be reached through their hotline number +49 (0)6371-47-7272.

Photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain

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Photo by Staff Sgt. Megan M. Beatty

Photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain

Photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain

Photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain

The U.S. Army Family Advocacy Program representative meets participants of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Volksmarch event, at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. The interactive SAPR Volksmarch event showcased helping agencies from around the Kaiserslautern Military Community and opened up discussions about sexual assault response and prevention resources.

Photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain

Baumholder Military Community hosts dedication event for Gold Star families

It had started raining and didn’t look to be letting up.

The downpour wasn’t unusual for Smith Barracks, but in the early Springtime, the gray skies made the normally verdant Baumholder hills look neon in contrast.

Sonia Rogowski, though, only smiled.

“I think this is my husband,” she said, looking around at the gust of wind and rain swirling around her. “His way of saying ‘Hi.’ He used to love playing pranks on me.”

She stuck a hand out, allowing the rain to puddle inside her palm, and laughed.

“This would be just like him.”

Rogowski is a Gold Star spouse, surviving her late husband, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Lucasz Rogowski. Although two years have passed

U.S. Army Col. Reid Furman, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, speaks during a Gold Star commemoration ceremony April 5, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. The ceremony was followed by a bench dedication during which Furman and the garrison’s command sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. Raymond Wrensch, unveiled a new seating area in honor of fallen service members and their surviving families.

since her husband’s death, the grieving stays constant, she said.

On April 4, the installation held a commemoration ceremony for Gold Star family members, culminating in a bench dedication—a small token of appreciation for the sacrifices made by military families like the Rogowskis.

The term “Gold Star” comes from the Service Flag, which includes a blue star for every immediate family member serving in the U.S. armed forces during any period of war or hostilities. If that loved one died, a gold star replaced the blue star to allow community members to know the price the family paid in the cause of freedom.

There are countless ways to honor Gold Star families, but the ceremony and the bench dedication was Smith Barracks’ way of paying respect not for one day, not for a week, but for future generations to come, said Col.

Sonia Rogowski, Gold Star spouse, holds a framed picture of her husband, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Lukasz Rogowski, during a bench dedication ceremony in honor of Gold Star family members April 4, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Sonia attributed the day’s poor weather to her late husband, who always enjoyed playing pranks on her.

Reid Furman, U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz commander.

“The hope is that when someone sits on this bench and looks out over Minick Field here on Baumholder, they’re reminded of those who were lost and the courage, resiliency and sacrifice of the Gold Star family members left behind,” he said.

Furman, though not a Gold Star family member himself, knows the weight of grief and memory carried by surviving family members. In his 24 years in the U.S. Army, he’s deployed to Afghanistan five times, losing comrades-in-arms — friends — during that time.

In his remarks during the ceremony, Furman shared a memento, a personal token he keeps close to him as a means of remembering the fallen.

“I have a workout shirt with the names of the men and women who died in my battalion

Tai Prohaska, 21st Theater Sustainment Command public affairs specialist and Gold Star mother, holds a framed picture of her son, Petty Officer 3rd Class Niko Venutti, during a Gold Star commemoration ceremony April 5, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder.

The term “Gold Star” comes from the Service Flag, which included a blue star for every immediate family member serving in the U.S. armed forces during any period of war or hostilities. If that loved one died, the blue star was replaced by a gold star as a means of allowing members of the community to know the price the family paid in the cause of freedom.

between 2004 and 2018,” Furman said, pausing as if recalling a moment, carefully cataloging it within his memory. “I know 13 of the names on that shirt. When I wear it, I am stronger. When I wear it, I somehow find the strength to always do one more set, push out one more rep. Each of those names left behind a Gold Star spouse, Gold Star mother, Gold Star kids. I’m stronger because of them and for them.”

During the bench dedication ceremony, the rain started to come down harder, and the wind blew wilder. Like a trickster, a gust swept underneath Sonia’s umbrella, turning it inside out.

“It’s okay,” she chuckled, folding it back out. “He’s here.”

And so, with hair wind-blown and matted by the rain, Sonia stood unbothered, holding a framed picture of her husband during the ceremony’s invocation. The rain underfoot seeped through the cracks of the cold, hard concrete, feeding the life and verdure underneath.

Tanja Lanier, Gold Star spouse,

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Christian Conrad AFN Kaiserslautern

A bench dedicated to Gold Star family members bears a plaque inscribed: “This bench is dedicated to the Survivors of the Fallen who have sacrificed the most for us all.” The bench was unveiled as part of a dedication ceremony held April 4, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder.

sits on a bench dedicated to Gold Star families April 4, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Lanier attended the ceremony in remembrance of her late husband, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jerrod Lanier.

US Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz unites against assault during awareness month

by Mary Del Rosario

Affairs

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz held a Volksmarch at the Baumholder Hall of Champions on Smith Barracks, April 3, to raise awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

Observed annually in April, SAAPM serves as an essential time to raise awareness about sexual assault and harassment, while emphasizing the importance of preventing such incidents.

The theme for 2024 is “Change Through Unity: Empower. Protect. Prevent.” This theme stresses unity in the fight against sexual assault; promotion of respect and empowerment for all; and the role of all members of the Army team to create a healthy climate while reinforcing their responsibility to act to prevent sexual assault and harassment.

Prior to the Volksmarch, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, Col. Reid Furman along with Sgt. Maj. Raymond Wrensch and other garrison leaders signed a proclamation reaffirming the garrisons’ commitment to the Sexual Harassment and Assault Response Prevention Program.

“Personally, I am committed to safeguarding an environment that is free of sexual assault and sexual harassment,” said Furman. “It is imperative that we create and maintain an organizational climate that promotes inclusion, diversity, human dignity, and respect. This is something that leaders at all levels must commit to.”

While literal steps were taken to support

SAAPM during the march, participants were greeted with informational booths highlight ing services available through Army Community Ser vice, USO and Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers that served the Baumholder military community.

“Though the main focus of the Volksmarch was about SAAPM, I wanted to let the com munity know what other ser vices are offered in Baumholder such as EFMP, RSO and additional SHARP booths,” said Tammy Greene, sexual assault response coordinator. “During SAAPM, there is a con certed effort to acknowledge, honor and pro vide support to survivors of sexual assault who have experienced trauma,” she adds.

Prevention is a team effort that starts with each one of us. Everyone plays a vital role at every level within our units, organizations and communities.

For more information about SHARP and SAAPM, contact Tammy Greene at DSN: 314-541-9024 or Commercial: 0611-143-541-9024

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz serves, supports, and secures the total force com munity enabling power projection for the European Theater.

U. S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, Col. Reid Furman, gives a thumbs up as he addresses the participants during the garrison’s Volksmarch at the Baumholder Hall of Champions on Smith Barracks, April 3, to raise awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Observed annually in April, SAAPM serves as an essential time to raise awareness about sexual assault and harassment. Photos by Linda Lambiotte

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, Col. Reid Furman and Sgt. Maj. Raymond Wrensch sign a proclamation reaffirming the garrisons’ commitment to the Sexual Harassment and Assault Response Prevention Program. Observed annually in April, Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month serves as an essential time to raise awareness about sexual assault and harassment.

Soldiers and a participant playing Jenga at one of several informational booths during U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland Pfalz’s Volksmarch at the Baumholder Hall of Champions on Smith Barracks, April 3, to raise awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Public

RSOM operations Livorno exemplifies importance of interoperability

by Capt. Misael Saldivar 21st Theater Sustainment Command

LIVORNO, ITALY – The Port of Livorno hosted multiple U.S. Army units that came together to conduct the reception, staging, and onward movement of the 1st Cavalry Division, Division Sustainment Battalion on March 24. The 39th Transportation Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command and 598th Transportation Brigade (Surface Deployment and Distribution Command), 839th Transportation Battalion, with the assistance of 1st Calvary Divion’s Port Support Activity, the Italian Armed Forces, and Livorno Port authorities, facilitated the movement of more than 400 pieces of equipment from the port to multiple forward operating sites across Europe.

Lt. Col. Mike Harrell, commander, 839th Trans BN, who had overall responsibility for the port operation, praised his team’s efforts

and their role in the overall strategic picture.

“These types of operations are very important for us to accomplish not only our national strategic objectives by projecting large-scale combat forces for large combat operations, but also to show our allies our commitment,” said Harrell.

This operation marks the second time this fiscal year that the Port of Livorno has been utilized to bring U.S. military equipment into Italy en route to forward locations across Europe in support of NATO’s deterrence efforts.

Operations officer Capt. Kevin Conley, 839th Trans BN, ensured a safe and efficient operation. He emphasized the importance of this type of mission with our Italian allies.

“This mission increases our interoperability with our host nation partners because the more we use this port, the more they invest in us.” said Conley. “It’s a mutual investment. This will eventually increase our power projection capabilities moving forward.”

According to Conley, interoperability was key to the operation’s success. Every entity involved had a crucial role to play and even the most minute detail was tied to the overall mission success.

This was especially evident to 1st Lt. Izabella Maia, 386th Movement Control Team officer in charge. She stressed how closely she worked with the port stevedores and the Italian supporting entities at Camp Darby, Italy, to account for, and track every piece of equipment coming off the vessel through in-transit visibility until it reaches is final destination in Europe.

The ultimate aim of this type of operation is for the incoming regionally aligned force to become as fully mission-capable, as fast as possible. Maj. Samuel Johnson, the sustainment brigade S4 for the 1st Cavalry Division Sustainment Brigade, in charge of the Brigade Port Support Activity, deployed ahead of the main force to oversee and proactively manage his unit’s equipment com-

ing off the vessel.

“The PSA part of this operation is a unitsupplied set of unit movement officers, maintainers, and medics that will come to the port to make sure that our equipment, as it gets off the vessel, is not only identified and confirmed it made the trip okay, but we can also identify maintenance issues,” said Johnson. “So we can identify what we’ll need to do in order to build combat power as we establish our areas of operations.”

Port operations in Livorno demonstrated the need for a combined effort from multiple entities, at multiple echelons, to ensure that the incoming forces get wherever they need to be ready to fight.

“Working with our theater sustainment partners such as the 21st TSC, the 386th MCT, 16th Sustainment Brigade, and all of our partners in the theater has been excellent,” said Conley. “We’ve always had a great working relationship supporting one another in order to accomplish the mission.”

The AAL Kembla arrives to offload all its cargo at the Port of Livorno, Italy, on March 22, in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. There were over 400 pieces of cargo aboard the AAL Kembla that was being used to support Operation Atlantic Resolve. Photos by Sgt. Scott Sparks

U.S. Army Sgt. Cody Bailey, transportation management coordinator with 839th Transportation Battalion –Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, assists Italian Stevedores fixing a damaged part on a Cummins Military Generator at the Port of Livorno, Italy, on March 24. Operations like these strengthen the working relationship between the United States and Italy.

U.S. Army Sgt. Xavier McCain, transportation management coordinator with the 386th Transportation Detachment – Movement Control, 39th Transportation Battalion, writes down the item number on the window of a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle before moving it to the temporary storage area at the Port of Livorno, Italy, on March 22. There were over 400 pieces of cargo aboard the AAL Kembla that was being used to support Operation Atlantic Resolve.

U.S. Army Pvt. Imari Kirkwood, transportation management coordinator with the 386th Transportation Detachment – Movement Control, 39th Transportaion Battalion, checks the serial number of a military trailer and checks it against the manifest at the Port of Livorno, Italy, on March 22. Operations like these allow the U.S. to exercise power projection and move equipment from southern Italy throughout central Europe.

21st TSC command team campaigns to transform Theater Sustainment

Maj. Gen. Ronald Ragin, commanding general, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, right, discusses the 21st TSC Campaign plan at his Warrior’s Corner segment with Command Sgt. Maj. Kofie Primus, senior enlisted advisor, 21st TSC, left, at the Association of the United States Army Global Force Symposium Exposition March 26 in Huntsville, Alabama. The 21st TSC Campaign plan contains four lines of effort that can be utilized for the entire sustainment enterprise in the effort to operate in a contested logistics environment: Contested Power Projection, Adaptive Sustainment Network, Secure Prolonged Endurance and Collective Sustainment.

Army has allowed teammate to live his dream on and off the field

by Mark Heeter

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

“If our flight hadn’t been delayed, we would have been at the terminal when the bomb went off, not exactly in the terminal where it was, but we would have been there,” said Enrique “Tato” Rivera, recalling the day he arrived to work for the U.S. Army Garrison Benelux.

Rivera, an operations specialist with Installation Management CommandEurope, together with his wife and son, were on their way to Zaventem Airport in Brussels on March 22, 2016, when terrorists attacked the airport, killing 32 and injuring more than 300 people.

“When we landed here, we didn’t deplane almost until 3 or 4 in the afternoon. We were on the plane for all those hours, he said. “Thanks to God our flight was delayed an hour and 30 minutes.”

Arriving at USAG Benelux, an assignment in Europe was something Rivera wanted to experience, having not been stationed in Europe throughout the 20 years he served in the Army, prior to retiring in 2015.

“There are so many beautiful places in Europe that you can go out and see,” said Rivera, who followed USAG Benelux working at Army Futures Command, before returning to Europe last July. “That’s one of our goals in our time off, to hit the places that we didn’t have the opportunity to see last time we were here.”

In addition to traveling, Rivera has another off-duty passion that continues to keep him busy — one that stretches back to his youth, growing up in Puerto Rico. He has revived and is coaching the IMCOMEurope softball team, and he also plays for the Wiesbaden travel team.

“I was a member of the all-star military baseball team in 2004 and 2009,” he said. “If you make the team, for six months out of the year, you play baseball.”

The 2009 team played in the U.S. Southern Command Area of Responsibility, which allowed Rivera to play against topflight teams in countries throughout South and Central America.

“And the folks that we played are the professional teams for that country,” he said. “For instance, when we went into the Dominican Republic, the teams that we played are the academies — the Yankees Academy, the Boston Red Sox Academy, the Texas Rangers.”

“Those years when I was there, I’m really glad that my commands let me play. That was one of the greatest parts of my Army career, because I was able to go back to what I was dreaming to be able to do,” said Rivera, who played professionally as a shortstop in Puerto Rico, before joining the Army.

Now Rivera is doing more designated hitting and catching, he said with a smile, while easily describing what he likes most about the shortstop position.

“You can control everything. You’re like the captain of the field,” he said.

Photos by Maj. Vonnie Wright 21st Theater Sustainment Command

Enrique “Tato” Rivera played for the Army all-star baseball team in both 2004 and 2009. Courtesy photo

Enrique “Tato” Rivera has been an operations specialist with IMCOM-Europe since July 2023 and volunteers as the coach for the IMCOM-Europe softball team.

Photo by Mark Heeter

Coming in hot

Lt. Col. Jonathan Vaage, 98th Flying Training Squadron director of operations and Branden Sorensen, Air Force Recruiting Service-sponsored Formula Drift driver, prepare to land after tandem skydiving at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., March 13. Sorensen, who has been involved in motorsports since he was five years old, participated in his first skydiving experience with the USAFA Wings of Blue parachute demonstration team.

Attention to detail

Senior Airman Reese Dean, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron structural journeyman, applies a layer of drywall mud to a building at Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 5. Drywall mud is a thick, pastelike substance used in the construction and finishing of interior walls.

Fog, mist and lightning

Airmen assigned to the 34th Fighter Squadron and Fighter Generation Squadron perform pre-flight checks on F-35A Lightning IIs during an agile combat employment exercise at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, March 28. The squadrons from Hill AFB, Utah, used Mountain Home AFB for its unique terrain and airspace to conduct simulated combat scenarios to test their agile combat employment and readiness capabilities.

A cut above the rest

Senior Airman Kennedy Chase, 155th Air Refueling Wing Fire Department firefighter, trains on wildland firefighting skills such as wildland fire behavior, tree felling, topography and weather patterns, at Horning State Farm Demonstration Forest, March 28, in Plattsmouth, Neb. Thirty-four National Guard Airmen attended the training and received certificates in preparation for wildfire season in Nebraska.

Laser-focused

Senior Airman Veronica Wiggle, 61st Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, prepares a GBU-12 aerial laser-guided bomb to be loaded onto an F-35A Lightning II, March 15, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. This event comes as a contribution to Women’s History Month. This year’s theme, “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, biases and discrimination need to be eliminated from everyday life as well as institutions.

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Spirit refuel

A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels a B-2 Spirit over the skies of Missouri, March 27. In-flight refueling by the KC-135 is essential to providing nuclear deterrence and helps enable the B-2 stealth bomber to perform its mission of delivering both conventional and nuclear munitions.

Top-3 All Call

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master during a base visit at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 2. The all call was held to provide with the top three leaders of the Air Force on retention, quality of life and future operations in the

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Photo by Staff Sgt. Colin Hollowell

Photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard

Photo by Master Sgt. R. Denise Mommens

Photo by Airman Keagan Lee

Photo by Staff Sgt. Mikayla Gibbs

Photo by Airman 1st Class Katelynn Jackson

Thundering tribute

Candlelight

Chaplain (Maj.) Kimberly Hall lights a candle in the sanctuary of the chapel at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., March 8. As spiritual leaders, chaplains are relied upon for faith and personal guidance and are advocates for Airmen, Guardians and consult with leadership on moral, ethical and quality-of-life issues.

Force week photos

Air Forces Africa Public Affairs

feature Airmen from involved in activities expeditionary operations and defending America.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Katelynn Jackson

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, execute a carefully choreographed demonstration during the Luke Days airshow on March 22, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The Thunderbirds were officially activated June 1, 1953, as the 3600th Air Demonstration Team over 70 years ago.

Tampa Bay AirFest

Tampa Bay AirFest guests tour aircraft at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., March 30. The air show featured a variety of aerial performances and static aircraft displays aimed at inspiring the next generation of military aviators.

Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi speak with Airmen provide Airmen with a unique opportunity to speak the Air Force.

Bird’s eye view

A University of Puerto Rico Air Force ROTC cadet takes a photo out the window of a C-17 Globemaster III during a flight to Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 27. Once at cruising altitude, cadets were able to move about the aircraft to look out windows or go into the cockpit to get better views during the flight.

SERE relay

An Airman training to be a survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist participates in water training during a relay swimming exercise March 29, at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash. SERE specialists must be prepared to act and survive in various environments, including the open ocean and other bodies of water.

Photo by Senior Airman Joshua Hastings

Photo by Staff Sgt. Alan Ricker

Photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley N. Mikaio

Photo by Senior Airman Nicholas Rupiper

Photo by Jerry Saslav

by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

According to historical records, about 500,00 people from the Palatinate region emigrated to the United States between 1650 and 1940. Some of the early immigrants settled in the Carolinas, farmers preferred Pennsylvania and grapes growers planted vineyards in California. Others were merchants and sought their fortunes in business centers along the east coast.

The upcoming event from the German American Veterans Initiative (GAVI) on the 27th of April, is something special for the motorcyclists living in the KMC. From 10:30 at the old Stone Quarry in Huetschenhausen (RK-Steinbruch 66882) there will be a bilingual openair church service by German Army Chaplains Alexander Beck and Markus Konrad, and US Rev. Dr. Timothy Carentz from the Kaiserslautern Military Resiliency Center.

One of them was Isidor Straus, born into a Jewish family in the quaint city Otterberg in 1845. In 1854 the family immigrated to the United States, following his father Lazarus, who had left two years earlier.

The Straus family first settled in Columbus, Georgia, and then moved to Talbotton, Georgia. Isidor planned to join the United States Military Academy at West Point when the American Civil War broke out. In 1861 he was elected as officer in a Confederate unit

but was not permitted to serve based on his young age and instead was sent to England to secure ships for blockade running. He worked as an aid to a London based Confederate agent and as a salesman in both London and Amsterdam.

In 1871 Isidor met Rosalie Ida Blun, nicknamed Ida, from Worms along the Rhein River and proposed, promising to travel to Germany with her every year. They had seven children together and it is said that they were very close and highly devoted, while Ida also

Open-air church service (Feldgottesdienst) on April 27, 2024

These three clergymen will also be blessing any motorcycles regardless of if driven by German or American riders. In the spirit of international cooperation both nations will be represented by their veterans’ organizations; the German Reservistenverband Westpfalz and The American Legion.

Even if you don’t ride, both you and your families are invited to attend this unique event, at a truly unique venue and enjoy the cookout.

If you’d like, you may participate in the scheduled bike cruise to the venue. Meeting time and point is 10:00 at the MIRASCON Insurance Ramstein Office on Landstuhler Strasse 77 in Ramstein-Miesenbach.

Please register for the cruise by calling Mr. Pat Mancuso at +49 (0) 221 925 488 58 or per email at contact@wewhoserved.eu. Looking forward to seeing you.

If you are a combat or even a non-combat vet, support GAVI by being a part of the growing International Brotherhood of Veterans who while living on foreign soil, learn and socialize with those of your Host Nation.

More information is available on the GAVI Facebook page www.FB.com/wewhoserved.gavi or on the website www.wewhoserved.eu.

adamantly supported her husband’s career.

After the Civil War the family moved to New York City where his father Lazarus convinced Rowland Hussey Macy, founder of the department store, to allow Straus and his sons to open a crockery department in the basement. Isidor worked there and eventually turned the store into a glass and china department. In 1888, he and his brother Nathan became partners of Macy’s and in 1893 they bought a controlling interest in Wechsel and Straus, which they renamed Abraham and Straus. By 1896 they had gained full ownership of R. H. Macy & Co. Isidor became politically engaged and served as a U.S. Congressman from 1894 to 1895 as a Democratic representative of New York’s 15th congressional district. He also became president of the Education Alliance and prominent supporter of charitable and education moves and was strongly interested in civil service reform. He declined the office of Postmaster General, offered to him by U.S. President Grover Cleveland.

When a newly formed Mutual Alliance Trust Company was opened in New York in 1902, he became one of the thirteen directors among William Rockefeller

and Cornelius Vanderbilt.

Living up to his promise of returning to Germany once a year, Isidor always crossed the Atlantic Ocean on German ships. In 1912 he learned about a new and unsinkable vessel by a British shipping company. Advertising luxury and a quicker passage to New York, he and Ida were immediately inspired and boarded the legendary “RMS Titanic” in South Hampton on their return voyage across the sea.

The ship hit an iceberg on April 14, 1912, and it is reported that Ida refused to leave the ship without Isidor. He, on the other hand, would not get on a lifeboat before all women and children were still aboard. Ida is reported to have said, “I will not be separated from my husband, as we have lived, so will we die, together.” Isidor and Ida were last seen on deck arm in arm, and the scene was described as a most remarkable exhibition of love and devotion, when the “RMS Titanic” sank at 2:20 a.m. that morning. A memorial plaque is mounted at Manhattan’s Macy department store in honor of the valiant couple.

Their great-great granddaughter is known as King Princess, née Mikaela Mullaney Straus, an American singer, songwriter and musician from Brooklyn, New York.

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Isidor Straus, left, and his wife Ida, right, as published in The Illustrated London News on April 20, 1912.

Photo by The Illustrated London News

UNTERWEGS

GREAT GOSPEL NIGHT

APRIL 13, 7:30 P.M, FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN

Malcom Chambers and Friends invite you to a musical evening with gospel singers from around Europe. The audience is encouraged to sing and clap along popular tunes, such as “People Get Ready”, “Stand Up” and “The Storm is passing over.” Don’t miss — be part of it! For more information, visit: www.westpfalz-gospel.com or Facebook @westpfalzgospel

ORIGINAL STREET FOOD FESTIVAL

APRIL 13-14, 12 A.M.-10 P.M., FRITZ-WALTER-STADION, KAISERSLAUTERN

Enjoy a world of foods in Kaiserslautern’s stadium. The numerous stands offer taste explosions with meat, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, and a favorite for everyone.

BLÜTENMARKT (BLOSSOM MARKET)

APRIL 13-14, ENDERTPLATZ, COCHEM (MOSELLE)

The Blossom Market is dedicated to special vineyard peaches and the area along the Moselle River is famous for the rare fruits. The market will feature a wide selection of products that can be made of the delicious peaches, for example tea, bread spreads, liqueurs, pralines, marmalade and schnaps. Visitors can also learn about the many usages of the fruit and care and cultivation of the trees.

FRÜHJAHRSMESSE

(SPRING FESTIVAL)

APRIL 6-21, FESTPLATZ, SPEYER

The Festplatz will turn into one colorful amusement part with rides for the whole family, games, culinary delights and a beer garden. While in Speyer, visit the cathedral, the Altpörtel (city gate), the historic museum or the Jewish mikvey. Don’t miss out on the fun along the Rhein River and its beer gardens, Sea Life or the Technikmuseum. https://www.pfalz.de/de/ veranstaltung/fruehjahrsmesse

TIME TRAVEL – VIRTUAL REALITY TOUR

APRIL 14, 2:30/4:30 P.M., OTTERBERG

Experience a unique tour that brings history to life in a fascinating way. This covered wagon tour takes you through the monastery in Otterberg on a rustic horse-drawn covered wagon. Using virtual reality goggles, participants immerse themselves in times long past: from the time of the monastery in 1254 to the Walloon town in 1615. The wind in your face, the jerking of the wagon and the clattering of the horses’ hooves allow you to immerse yourself in those times. The highlight of the tour is the atmosphere of the imposing Otterberg Abbey Church with its exciting history. Here, participants experience history live - no longer virtually, but with the real, massive, yellow sandstones that characterize this building. English tours are available on April 14, May 27 and June 22 and start at 2:30 or 4:30 p.m. Individual appointments can be arranged for groups of 9 to max. 11. For further information and booking, visit: https://www.otterbach-otterberg.de/tourismus or Tel. 06301-607800.

HIWWE WIE DRIWWE – THE ROOTS

OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH

VARIOUS DATES IN KMC MOVIE THEATERS

Two filmmakers from the Palatinate region in Southwest Germany looked for them and found them – the relatives in America. Around 400.000 people live there and not only speak an old form of the Palatine dialect, Pennsylvania (PA) Dutch, but also follow other Palatine habits such as eating pig stomach or hunting Elwetritsche. One of them is the Pennsylvanian-born author and musician Douglas “Doug” Madenford. In the documentary he explores traditions of Palatine culture “hiwwe wie driwwe”, here in Germany and there in the USA. About 300 years ago many people from the Palatinate region fled from political persecution as well as for economic reasons to the USA and settled mainly in and around Pennsylvania. They brought their language and culture to the “New World”. Both have survived to this day in large parts. A second part of the successful documentary (with English subtitles) will be presented in the following movies theaters: Broadway Ramstein April 16, City Cinema KL April 26 and Provinzkino Enkenbach May 6. Producer Benjamin Wagener will be present to meet and greet those interested at all presentations.

FIELD SERVICE WITH MOTORCYCLE BLESSING

APRIL 27, 10:30 A.M.-7 P.M., RK-HEIM/STEINBRUCH, HÜTSCHENHAUSEN

The Reservist Association Westpfalz are organizing a field service with a German style barbecue, drinks, and coffee and cake in the afternoon. During the service motorcycles and their riders will be blessed. The event is also under the motto “We who served” and U.S. veterans, active-duty members and families are invited to attend, whether biker or not. The field service will start at 1:30 p.m. For more information visit: https://www.reservistenverband.de/ .

GARTENMARKT

APRIL 28, 10 A.M.-6 P.M., ABTEIKIRCHE PLAZA, OTTERBERG

Sixty-four vendors will present plants and flowers for garden lovers, handcrafted items out of clay, wood, stone, metal, textile and paper. There will be an information booth about wild bees, culinary delights, a children’s program and the monastery herb and flower garden (behind the church) will be open for visitors. There will be an organ concert at 12.30 a.m., the Blue Light Band Band of the Polizei Presidium Ludwigshafen will perform at 4 p.m., and Günther Mannweiler will entertain visitors with music in the historic district.

STREET FOOD FESTIVAL/TRADE MARKET

APRIL 26-28, CITY CENTER, LANDSTUHL

Enjoy a weekend with your favorites foods and try something new. There will be food trucks with American, German, Mexican favorites, and sweet and hearty desserts to go along with them. Let your mouth water as your meal is freshly prepared right on the spot! On April 27 and 28 there will also be a trade market at Stadthalle and stores will be open for Sunday shopping from 1-6 p.m.

Gospel: Vogelweh Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun

Facebook.com/VogelwehGospelService/

Children’s Church registration begins at 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Church: Vogelweh Chapel, Pre-K to 12th, Sun

Traditional: South Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteinprotestanttraditionalservice Seventh-day Adventist

Worship service: North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sat

Bible Study: North Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat PMOC

Bible Study: South Chapel, 11:45 a.m., Wed

PWOC

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 6 p.m., Mon

Bible Study: South Chapel, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 6 p.m., Tue

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Thu

Protestant Youth of the Chapel (Middle & High School)

Grds 6-8: North Chapel, 3:30-5 p.m., Tue

Grds 9-12: North Chapel, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tue

Grds 6-12: Vogelweh Chapel, TBA

Officer Christian Fellowship

North Chapel Conference room, 6:45-8:45 p.m., Thu

4th Sat

Confessions: Available afterwards

Wiccan Facebook.com/VogelwehOpenCircleSWC

Service: Kapaun Annex, 7 p.m., Sat Unitarian Universalist Facebook.com/ KaiserslauternUnitarianUniversalistFellowship

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 1:30 p.m., 2nd & 4th Sun Catholic Holy Family Catholic Community Facebook.com/RamsteinCatholicCommunity

Daily Mass: North Chapel, 11:30 a.m., Tue-Fri

Confessions: North Chapel, by appointment only

Sunday Masses: North Chapel, 9 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sun

Knights of Columbus (K of C)

Meeting: North Chapel, 6 p.m., 2nd Tue

Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC)

(except July & Aug)

Bible Study: North Chapel, 9 a.m., Tue

Catholic Religious Education (RE)

(except June, July & Aug)

Kindergarten-7th

Ramstein Intermediate School: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Sun

Confirmation Class North Chapel: 6-7:30 p.m., Wed

Life Teen: North Chapel, 6:15 p.m., Sun

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

(except July & Aug)

Meeting: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Thu

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Early Morning Seminary/Scripture Study for High School aged students

Ramstein School: North Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Vogelweh School: Vogelweh Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Episcopal

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 10:45 a.m., Sun Islam

Jumu’ah Khutbah: South Chapel, 1 p.m., Fri

Potluck: South Chapel, 7 p.m., 1st & 3rd, Fri Jewish

Facebook.com/KMCMILJEWISHCOMMUNITY

Shabbat: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Fri

Sabbath Kiddush & Lunch: 1 p.m.; RSVP and request location by COB Wed*

Saturday Torah Study: 7 p.m.

— request location & Zoom link

Sunday Hebrew School & B’nei Mitzvah Study

— request location and Zoom link

Messianic

Service: South Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

Protestant

Contemporary North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteincontemporaryservice

(Deaf & Hard of Hearing Ministry ASL interpreter available)

Children’s Church: North Chapel Annex, Ages 5 and up

(Children are dismissed during service to attend)

Awana (Sep-May)

North Chapel, 2-3:30 p.m., Sun

USAG

RHEINLAND-PFALZ

Daenner Chapel (Bldg 3150) (DSN) 541-2105, (Civ) 0611-143-541-2105

Rock Chapel (Bldg 8308)

Rheinland Chapel (Bldg 8249) (DSN) 531-3170, (Civ) 0611-143-531-3170

Pulaski Chapel (Bldg 2869)

LRMC/Hilltop Chapel (Bldg 3773) (DSN) 590-5713, (Civ) 06371-9464-5713 Catholic Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community

Daenner Chapel 11:30 a.m., Sun

LRMC Chapel 12 p.m., Tue, Wed, Fri

Confessions: On request

Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community

Baumholder

Rheinland Chapel 9 a.m., Sun

Rheinland Chapel 12 p.m., Tue-Thu

Confession: On request

Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish Protestant Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community Chapel Next, Daenner Chapel 9:30 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Chapel Next at Daenner Kaserne

Traditional Protestant Service, LRMC Chapel 10:30 a.m., Sun

Baumholder

Contemporary Service, Rock Chapel 10 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel Protestant Women of the Chapel

Kaiserslautern PWOC, Pulaski Chapel 10 a.m., Wed

pwocatkaiserslautern@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC at Kaiserslautern

Baumholder PWOC, Rock Chapel 9:30-11 a.m., Tue & 6:30-8 p.m., Wed

pwoc.baumholder.ontherock@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC Baumholder Islamic Services

Daenner Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri

LRMC Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri

Rock Chapel 12 p.m., Fri

Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 10:30 a.m., Sun., Im Gewerbegebiet 8, Baumholder Call 0176-18300869 for more information.

Club Beyond

Weekly Clubs and Bible Studies for Middle School and High School students.

KMC: kaiserslautern@clubbeyond.org

Baumholder: baumholder@clubbeyond.org

Ramstein: ramstein@clubbeyond.org

Facebook: Club Beyond at KTown

Club Beyond at Baumholder

Club Beyond at Ramstein

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2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4x4, SUV, Rear, $32,999 (DE7405). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2017 MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, Front, 6-Speed Manual, $17,999 (DE7477). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Ram 1500 Big Horn, Pickup, Rear, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $25,999 (DE7501). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi A5 Premium Plus S-Line Quattro, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $26,995 (US-4357). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW X1 xDrive28i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $28,699 (6689). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Audi A4 Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro /AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7Speed Double Clutch, $35,999 (6939). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 Hyundai i20 Essential, 7-speed dual clutch, $18,999 (DEN7402). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net.

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2019 Volkswagen Golf, EU, 7 Speed Dual Clutch, $25,199 (DEN7188). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Premium, Wagon, EU, 7-speed dual clutch, $22,499 (DEN7422). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 Toyota Corolla Business Edition Hybrid, Hatchback, EU, Front, Hybrid, $24,199 (DE7404). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Business Plus, EU, 7-speed dual clutch, $23,999 (DEN7423). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Elegance Plus Pro, Wagon, EU, 7 speed- dual clutch, $22,999 (DEN7370). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 Volkswagen T-Roc Style Plus, EU, $23,999 (DEN7311). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Mazda CX-5 SkyActiv- G AWD, EU, AWD/4WD, 6 Speed Automatic, $26,999 (DEN7436). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 Subaru Outback Limited XT AWD, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable CVT, $29,999 (DE7282). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net.

2020 Toyota Corolla Touring Sport Business +, EU, Automatic, $21,999 (DEN7407). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Yaris Elegant Hybrid, EU, Automatic, $21,997 (DEN7240). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Golf Sport Wagon Comfortline, EU, Automatic, $21,999 (DEN7409). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Business Plus Pro, Wagon, EU, Automatic, $22,999 (DEN7408). The Used Car GuysRamstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2021 BMW X1 xDrive28i M Sport, AWD/ 4WD, Gas, Automatic, $29,995 (S-4898). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2021 Dodge Challenger SXT, Coupe, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $31,999 (DE7372). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Escape S, SUV, Front, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $20,599 (DE7457). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport, SUV, Rear, Automatic, $37,599 (6718). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $18,995 (US-4282). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2021 Audi Q5 Quattro Premium Plus Hybrid, SUV, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $39,999 (DE7321). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem,

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2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL Convenience, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $22,995 (US-4315). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com.

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2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SE R-Line Black, SUV, Front, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $31,999 (DE7406). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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are five tips for making the most of Kellerwald-Edersee National Park.

Skip the Visitor’s Center

German and American national parks differ in one big way: Driving access to Germany’s national parks is free. While this is great news, the same can’t always be said for visitor centers – most of which charge a fee (€6.50 for adults, in this case) – to enter.

While the Kirchlotheim visitor’s center does look like a flying saucer and has a cool exhibit about trees, it isn’t necessarily a must-see. Entering the park at Kirchlotheim is a good idea, however. Because it puts you on the road to where the real action is.

Stop at the Edersee Dam

Okay, it has to be said: This is a dam good place to stop, especially during the summer. The Edersee Reservoir is Germany’s second largest hydroelectric dam, which is pretty incredible considering it’s more than 100 years old and that this is one of the greenest countries in the world.

You’ll reach it after about 30 minutes of driving from the visitor center. Stop at one of the parkplatzes just before you reach Edersee Dam. Then get out and walk across the dam. It’s a marvelous experience, and not just because the dam wall kind of looks like it belongs on a castle. The view looking out toward the lake is well worth the walk. Best of all, your choice of ice cream and coffee shops awaits you in the little village of Edersee on the other side. Make sure you eat and drink well. You’ll need the sustenance for what’s up next.

Take the Treetop Walk

Germany does love to build hiking trails in the tops of forests, and the Treetop Walk is an excellent one. Located about 15 minutes away from the Edersee Dam, it is open 10

a.m. to 6 p.m. (last admission at 5 p.m.) and is well worth the price of admission (€8.90 for adults and €4.90 for kids aged 4-17).

Though the trail is only 750 meters long, plan to spend at least an hour up there. You’ll find loads of information and pretty much every step you take provides an excellent view (or at the very least, a different perspective). And it also gives you a really nice overview of the place you’ll be heading next.

Explore the Kellerwald

Another short 15-minute drive brings you to Bringhausen. Here, you’ll find jumping-off points for some of the best hikes in the national park (and you’ll get into the

Kellerwald part of the park). For a leisurely stroll, try the Urwaldsteig-Forsthaus loop, which is absolutely gorgeous during almost any season. You’ll wind through quiet forest and along the banks of the Eder. For a slightly (but not much more) strenuous alternative, you can hike south toward Daudenberg, which is a lovely 1,500-foot wooded peak. Or you can just pick a well-marked trail and go. Either way, plan for one to two hours.

Splurge on an Overnight Stay at Waldeck Castle

After all the dam sightseeing, exploring, and treetop walking, why not treat yourself and your loved ones to a night in one of

the most atmospheric hotels in the country? You’ll remember your stay at Waldeck Castle for a lifetime.

Even if you’re not into saunas and fine dining (both of which are available), the views from the hotel are absolutely magnificent. The inside of the castle is pretty epic, too. Plus, you’ll get to spend a little more time in one of Germany’s most beautiful national parks!

Getting to Kellerwald-Edersee National Park

By car, the park is about 2 hours and 45 minutes from Kaiserslautern, 1 hour and 45 minutes from Wiesbaden, and 3 hours and 45 minutes from Stuttgart.

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Edersee dam and surrounding area

Castle Waldeck at Edersee

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

RECURRING EVENTS

Red Pin Bowling

Red Pin Bowling happens every Friday from 4 to 10 p.m. at the Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Bowlers who make a strike while the head pin is red, will receive a free game coupon. The red pin will be randomly placed as the head pin. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Chuck’s Pub Trivia at Armstrong’s Club

Armstrong’s Club announces Chuck’s Pub Trivia every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m., Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This trivia is a professional, multi-media competition with different formats and puzzles for teams to solve. Bring a team or join one. Grand prize is $50. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Full Nerd Friday

The time has come for “Revenge of the Nerds” every Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Baumholder Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. This is a free event for 18 and older, and registration is not required. There will be a full assortment of table-top, role-playing games, board games, video games. Come one, come all in Cosplay! For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Bring

Your Own Board Game at Strikers Bowling Center

The Pinsetters’ Pub has Bring Your Own Board Game every Friday at 5 p.m. until closing. This is a free event and preregistration is not required. All gamers, 18 and older, are welcome. Food is available at Shawingz until 9 p.m. There are large and small tables provided for game play, and fabulous music to provide the right atmosphere for playing. For more information, call 531-2834 or 0611-143-531-2834, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Baumholder Fitness Center Zumba Class

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Team announces free Zumba classes every Wednesday from 6 to 6:45 p.m. at the Mountaineer Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8220 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Find out more on baumholder.armymwr.com.

24/7 Fitness Access Now Available

Want to work out on your time? 24/7

Service is now available at the following

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz facilities: Kleber Physical Fitness Center, Landstuhl Physical Fitness Center; Mountaineer Physical Fitness Center; Rhine Ordnance Barracks Physical Fitness Center; and Sembach Physical Fitness Center. To access these facilities after-hours, 24/7 service registration is required. Registration is free! For more information, visit baumholder.amymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Sauerkraut & Sunshine Comedy Show

Annick Adelle set to headline the Sauerkraut & Sunshine Comedy Show April 19 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh. The show will feature the return of Joel Bryant to Kaiserslautern. Local comedian Erin Crouch will again be host. Doors open at 7 p.m., and tickets are only $12 at the door. For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-5367261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Volunteer Recognition Ceremony

The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Army Community Service is hosting a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony Friday. April 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Center. Nominees need to RSVP with number of guests by Friday, April 12. There will Hors d’oeuvres, a musical performance by KMC Onstage and a celebratory cake. Attire is Business, Dress Uniform for nominees or Uniform of the Day for attendees. This event is open to the public. For more information visit Baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Baumholder Monthly Vehicle Auction

The Baumholder Automotive Skills Center, Bldg. 8438 on Smith Barracks, is hosting vehicle auctions on the 16th of every month. Auctions will be open for 30 days, closing on the 15th of the month or next business day. Auctions will be open for 30 days, closing on the 15th of the month or next business day at the Baumholder Automotive Skills Center. Bids will only be accepted at Baumholder Automotive Skills Center Find out more at baumholder.armymwr.com or follow the MWR Rheinland-Pfalz Auto Skills Center Facebook Group.

18-Hole Golf Tournament

The Rolling Hills Golf Course hosts an 18-Hole Golf Tournament May 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the golf course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel

Kaserne. Registration can be done until the shotgun start at 9 a.m. Cost: E1-E5=$15 E6-ABOVE is $20. Why play flat-land golf? Come up to Rolling Hills Golf Course and be challenged! Just five minutes away from Smith Barracks on Wetzel Kaserne. Find out more at baumholder.armymwr.com.

Pulaski Automotive Skills Center’s Extended Hours

The Automotive Skills Center at Pulaski Barracks is extending its hours until September 30. Weekday hours, Monday to Friday, for our craft shop (do it yourself section), wand wash (construction slated for April completion), and vacuums will be extended from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Pulaski Buff & Shine

The Pulaski Automotive Skills Center is helping bring out the best in POV vehicles with its Buff & Shine services, effective now. Cost starts at $55. Appointments are required. To make an appointment, call 0631-3406-4167 or 493-4167. For more information, visit Pulaski Automotive Skills Center in building 2859 on Pulaski Barracks in Kaiserslautern, or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club

The Armstrong’s Club has free dance lessons in six-week sessions until May 8. The classes are on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Focus is on Two Step, Swing and Line Dancing. Thirteen other styles of dance are available on request. Wear smooth bottomed shoes. Rubber souled athletic shoes are not ideal for dancing. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Baumholder April to June Trip

Schedule Available

The Baumholder Outdoor Recreation travel schedule for April to June under the “Calendar” section of baumholder. armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability of posting on website calendar. For questions, please call the Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 5313401 or 0611-143-531-3401.

Kaiserslautern April to June Trip

Schedule Available

The Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedule for April to June is available online under the “calendar” section of Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability of posting on website calendar. For questions, call the Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 06313406-4117 or 493-4117.

Baumholder Automotive Skills Special for April

For the month of April, the Baumholder

Automotive Skills Center is running a promotional event. Customers will receive 10% off tire rotation with the purchase an oil change and filter at our speedy lube oil and tire shop from Baumholder Auto Skills, Bldg. 8438 on Smith Barracks.

Please call the Baumholder Auto Skills at 531-2948 or 0611-143-531-2949 to setup an appointment and to make sure that the engine oil and filter are in stock for the vehicle. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Landstuhl Automotive Skills Center Special for April

For the month of April, the Landstuhl Automotive Skills Center is running a promotional event. Customers will receive 10% off mounting and balancing fees with the purchase of two tires, and 25% off mounting and balancing fees with the purchase of four or more tires from Landstuhl Auto Skills, Bldg. 3800 on Landstuhl Post. For more information, call 486-7335 or 06371-867335, or visit Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Adventures of Mr. Toad Performances

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage is pleased to celebrate Month of the Military Child with their Spring Youth Performance, “The Adventures of Mr. Toad” (A musical update to “The Wind in the Willows”) April 12 to 14 at the KMC Onstage Studio, KCAC, Bldg. 3109 on Daenner Kaserne. Performances are 7 p.m. Friday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. This upbeat and fun musical takes kids on a rollicking ride (with a motor car) as Mr. Toad recounts his grand adventures with Frog, Rat, and all his river friends! Find out more at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

2024 USAG RP Unit Level Softball Leagues

Registration for the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Unit Level Softball is from April 12 to 13 May. Letters of Intent are available at the Kleber, Hall of Champions, Landstuhl, Mountaineer, ROB, and Sembach Physical Fitness Centers. Army Active Duty, family members, and DOD civilians with ID cards, who are ages 18 and older, are eligible to participate. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Family Advocacy Program to Host “Sock Hop” for Child Abuse Prevention Month

The ACS Family Advocacy Program (FAP) is hosting a free “Sock Hop” in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month April 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Rheinlander Community Center on Smith Barracks. The event is open to all ages and will feature music, family dancing, and a range of other enjoyable and pro-social activities. More information can be found at baumholder. armywmr.com.

BOSS Life Skill-Meditational Fitness

The Baumholder Better Opportunities of Single Soldiers (BOSS) and the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center are hosting BOSS Life Skill-Meditational Fitness weekly classes from April 17 to May 8 at the Hall of Champions, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Soldiers need to register in person with SPC Barmore at the Baumholder Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. Registration accepted until April 10. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Prost, Prose & Paint at Pinsetters’ Pub

The Baumholder Library and Pinsetters’ Pub are hosting Prost, Prose & Paint evenings of sip and paint with a twist of literature from 6 to 8 p.m. at the pub, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. Dates: April 18, July 18, and Oct. 17. This is for those 18 and older. Food and beverages are available for purchase. For more information, visit baumholder. armymwr.com or contact the Baumholder Library at 0611-143-531-2841.

Rolling Hills Golf Course’s 18-Hole Golf Tournament

Get ready for another season of breathtaking views and golfing fun at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne, with an 18-Hole Golf Tournament Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Make your own team for this 18-hole, four-person, Scramble-format event. Shotgun start is at 10 a.m. Ties for the low score will be decided by a sudden-death playoff starting on Hole 1 and continuing to Hole 2 until a winner is determined. Call the Rolling Hills Golf Course at 531-3409 or 0611143-531-3409. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Adventures in Bookland at the Landstuhl Library

To celebrate National Library Week and the Month of the Military Child, the Landstuhl Library will be hosting “Adventures in Bookland” April 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at the library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post. Join us as we explore the worlds of Mo Willem’s Piggy, Gerald, and friends, Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man, Cat Kid, and Captain Underpants, and Harry Potter with crafts and activities. Dress like your favorite book character if you’d like! Find out more at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Scrabble Masters Tournament “Soldier Style”

Join the Baumholder Warrior Zone for Scrabble Masters “Soldier Style” April 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. Registration is March 26 to April 17. Cost is $10 during registration period. Late registration can only be done April 18 with the cost of $15. Open to all DOD ID card holders who 18 and older. Prize for the overall winner. More details at Baumholder.armymwr.com.

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AT THE MOVIES

Cabrini (2024)

Arriving in New York City in 1889, Italian immigrant Francesca Cabrini is greeted by disease, crime and impoverished children. She soon sets off on a daring mission to convince the mayor to secure housing and health care for society’s most vulnerable. With broken English and poor health, Cabrini uses her entrepreneurial mind to build an empire of hope unlike anything the world has ever seen.

Cast: Cristiana Dell’Anna, David Morse, Romana Maggiora Vergano, Federico Lelapi, Patch Darragh, Liam Campora

Director: Alejandro Gómez Monteverde

The Long Game (2023)

In 1955, five young Mexican-American caddies are determined to learn how to play and create their own golf course in the middle of the South Texas desert.

Cast: Jay Hernandez, Julian Works, Jaina Lee Ortiz, Brett Cullen, Oscar Nuñez, Paulina Chávez, Gregory Diaz IV, José Julián, Cheech Marin, and Dennis Quaid.

Director: Julio Quintana

ACTION/THRILLER

Monkey Man (2024)

A young man ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he’s beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, he discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him.

Cast: Dev Patel, Sobhita Dhulipala, Sikandar Kher

Director: Dev Patel

ACTION/SCI-FI

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024)

Godzilla and the almighty Kong face a colossal threat hidden deep within the planet, challenging their very existence and the survival of the human race.

Cast: Kaylee Hottle, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall

Director: Adam Wingard

TODAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1530, 1800

Housekeeper for Beginners (R) 1945

Monkey Man (R) 1930

The First Omen (R) 1700

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1715, 2000

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1645

SATURDAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1615

Housekeeper for Beginners (R) 1345, 1900

Cabrini (PG-13) 1600

Monkey Man (R) 1315, 1945

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1400, 1645, 1915

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1245, 1515

Distributor Appreciation Screening - Free Admission Free Showing: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (R) 1800

SUNDAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1615

Housekeeper for Beginners (R) 1345, 1900

Monkey Man (R) 1315, 1900

The First Omen (R) 1615, 1915

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1315, 1600, 1830

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1300, 1545

MONDAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1415

Housekeeper for Beginners (R) 1430

Monkey Man (R) 1645

The First Omen (R) 1700

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1430, 1645

Ghostbusters: Fallen Empire (PG-13) 1715

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1400

TUESDAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1415

Housekeepers for Beginners (R) 1645

Cabrini (PG-13) 1700

Monkey Man (R) 1715

The First Omen (R) 1415

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1430, 1645

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1400

WEDNESDAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1415

Housekeeper for Beginners (R) 1430

Monkey Man (R) 1645

The First Omen (R) 1700

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1430, 1645

Ghostbusters: Fallen Empire (PG-13) 1715

COMEDY/ADVENTURE

Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)

Po must train a new warrior when he’s chosen to become the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace. However, when a powerful shape-shifting sorceress sets her eyes on his Staff of Wisdom, he suddenly realizes he’s going to need some help. Teaming up with a quick-witted corsac fox, Po soon discovers that heroes can be found in the most unexpected places.

Cast: Awkwafina, Jack Black, Dustin Hoffman

Director: Mike Mitchell

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1400

THURSDAY

The Long Game (PG-13) 1415

Housekeepers for Beginners (R) 1645

Cabrini (PG-13) 1700

Monkey Man (R) 1715

The First Omen (R) 1415

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (PG-13) 1430, 1645

Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG) 1400

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Screenshots and poster by Angel Studios

Photo

Poster by Universal Pictures

Poster by Sony Corporation

DRAMA

Poster by Universal Pictures