Kaiserslautern American - December 11, 2020

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Poppin’ and Locking: Resilience through dance, Page 10

Knights at night, Page 14

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School Liaison Officer helps families adapt to new community, Page 19

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Can’t-miss German day trips A-Z: Schönau, Page 24

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Enhancing connections at GACO

by Airman 1st Class Daniel Sanchez 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander, met with German community leaders at the GermanAmerican Community Office in Kaiserslautern, Dec. 2.

In an effort to increase engagement opportunities with community leaders, Reed announced that he will maintain regular office hours at the GACO in his role as the Kaiserslautern Military Community commander.

He is the first KMC commander to work regularly at the downtown facility.

“Working in the GACO once per month is part of a larger effort to ensure we remain accessible and keep communication flowing with our host nation partners,” said Reed. “The GACO is a one-of-a-kind initiative between the Air Force, Army and City of Kaiserslautern. It is a physical representation of the strong partnership between U.S. See GACO, Page 3

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander and Kaiserslautern Military Community commander, left, poses for a photo with Ralf Lessmeister, Kaiserslautern County Commissioner, at the German American Community Office, Kaiserslautern, Dec. 2. Reed presented Lessmeister with a compass, representing the German and American partnership and their aim to accomplish goals as a team.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Devin Boyer

Department of the Air Force moves Physical Fitness Assessments to April 2021, removes waist measurement from composite score permanently

by Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs The Department of the Air Force announced physical fitness assessments will now resume April 2021 and will no longer include the waist measurement component.

To ensure social distancing practices remain in place during the

ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and to give Airmen and Space Professionals time to prepare, testing was delayed from October to January and is now further delayed to April.

While the waist measurement is permanently removed from the assessment, height and weight measurements will resume October 2021.

“We trust that our Airmen understand the standard of good physical health practices and we are all finding innovative ways to stay fit,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. “We also trust that leaders will take the appropriate steps to keep their Airmen safe while making every effort to provide fitness

options during the pandemic.”

Fitness assessment cells, fitness center staff, physical training leaders and members performing fitness assessments will adhere to physical distancing protocols and other local precautions as determined by installation commanders once assessments resume.

Commanders may delay official fitness assessments beyond April 2021 if necessary, based on the recommendation of local public health officials, the continuation of closed fitness centers and extended state-wide restriction of movement and gatherings.

See PHYSICAL FITNESS, Page 2

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COMMENTARY: RAMSTEIN CHAPLAINS IMPLEMENT FAITHWORKS Story and graphic by 86th Airlift Wing Chapel Nothing tests religious beliefs more than the situations our Airmen face throughout the course of their service. Providing pastoral care and counseling to those of faith, and those of no faith, Air Force chaplains are religious ministry professionals who support the spiritual resilience of our Airmen all over the world. As spiritual leaders, chaplains are relied upon for faith and personal guidance. Although the work of other functional communities intersects with theirs in many different ways, and theirs with others, increasing spiritual fitness throughout the Air Force is the Chaplain Corps’ main job. In other words, if they don't do it, it won’t get done.

Research overwhelmingly demonstrates the role spirituality and religion can play in improving health in every domain of comprehensive Airmen fitness.

Commenting on this multiplying body of evidence, Harvard professor Dr. Tyler J. VanderWeele wrote that "communal religious participation" is like a "miracle drug" in building social networks, enhancing mental health, promoting physical health, and reducing mortality. He stated, “If one could conceive of a single elixir to improve the physical and mental PHYSICAL FITNESS from Page 1 At this time, Space Professionals will adhere to the physical fitness policy of the Department of the Air Force. Eventually, the U.S. Space Force will develop its own physical fitness assessment.

Airmen and Space Professionals may determine their next fitness assessment due date by visiting the Official Physical Assessment Due Date Matrix on myPers which will be updated and available Dec. 8.

Fitness assessment due dates will primarily depend on the date and score of the last official test.

“Originally, we hoped to

health of millions of Americans — at no personal cost — what value would our society place on it? Going a step further, if research quite conclusively showed that when consumed just once a week, this concoction would reduce mortality by 20% to 30% over a 15-year period, how urgently would we want to make it publicly available? The good news is that this miracle drug — religion, and more specifically regular church attendance — is already in reach of most Americans.” Using more than 20 years of prior work in this area, Vanderweele suggests that religious services bring about “better physical and mental health.”

These results have been replicated in different studies and populations and are considered to be quite reliable.

VanderWeele believes the empirical data that is derived from the relationship between religion and health should “force us to reevaluate religion’s role in society and public life.” Religion is often perceived as an outdated practice today. But, before we throw the baby out with the bathwater, we must consider the benefits of spirituality. The research shows that spirituality is a great predictor of good health. These studies show that faith increases the likelihood of a stable marriage, elevates one’s sense of meaning,

and expands one’s social network.

It leads to robust volunteering and civic engagement as the effects are profound across numerous domains of life. Furthermore, faith affects mental health, too.

The research at Harvard, and elsewhere, indicates that, possibly due to a message of faith or hope, those who attend services are more optimistic and have lower rates of depression. The research from Harvard has also shown that attendance protects against suicide. Others have found that churchgoers report having a greater purpose in life and developing more self-control.

Vanderweele also noted that faith helps to provide harmony among people, even from different identity groups, when they come together. With a shared moral and spiritual vision, there is a sense of accountability, where members are expected to love and care for one another. The teachings, the relationships, and the spiritual practices gradually change behavior, creates meaning, alleviates loneliness, and shapes a person in ways too numerous to document. Yes, communal religious participation is a miracle drug that can change society in ways small and large, subtle and profound. In other words, according to growing reams of scientific data, faith works!

Wisdom demands we leverage

resume testing by January 2021,” said Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass. “However, based on the number of cases nationwide, the right thing to do is focus on keeping our Airmen and their families safe. Delaying and reevaluating the PT test is the best option for our people.”

The test will still consist of a 1.5 mile run, 1 minute of pushups and 1 minute of situps. However, the composite score will be calculated with full points for the waist measurement portion until system changes can be made.

Department leaders are also looking to reevaluate certain test-

ing criteria moving forward.

“Along with removing the waist measurement, we are also exploring alternative strength and cardio components to our current Air Force fitness assessment,” Brown said. “We believe these potential test structure changes will impact Airmen in a positive way and help with a holistic approach to health and fitness standards.”

For more information, Airmen and Space Professionals should contact their fitness assessment cells and visit the COVID-19 Fitness Guidance page on https:// mypers.af.mil/.

this data to benefit Airmen and their mission. As with every domain, not every Airman will choose to employ spirituality and/or religion to bolster their comprehensive fitness, nor will they be required to. But the practical effects of this research will fascinate many as they learn how to strengthen resilience and boost readiness by the array of evidence-based practices the research reveals.

The Ramstein Chaplain Corps is poised to help Airmen understand the science: when it comes to improving health in all its facets, faith works! Given their role as stewards of spiritual fitness, the Ramstein Chaplain Corps is launching a campaign to inform Airmen about the weight

of evidence regarding the positive relationship between spirituality, religion and health. In keeping with millennia of tradition and mounds of modern research, this effort is called FaithWorks. Chaplains will be taking this message throughout their respective areas to educate and encourage Airmen and their families. Fortunately, it’s not too good to be true. Airmen need to know and the Ramstein Chapel Team will make sure they do.

Because if they don't do it, who will?

Cited research: Tyler J. Vanderweele and John Siniff, Religion may be a miracle drug, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, October 28, 2016

U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training trainee, Chris-Ann Wilmoth, 37th Training Wing Detachment 5, Flight 564, participates in a physical training session at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., July 1. To continue minimizing close contact among personnel during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and ensure units and personnel are fully ready to resume, physical fitness testing has been delayed from October to January and is now further delayed to April 2021. Testing in April will proceed without obtaining the waist measurement component.

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GACO from Page 1 forces in the area and our host nation partners.”

The GACO aims to increase communication and understanding between members of the two nations, though COVID has limited the number of events and engagements where U.S. and German leaders would typically interact.

“Regular engagements are important to building relationships, keeping communication flowing and maintaining trust,” said Reed. “With limits on social gatherings, combined with busy schedules, we have to work harder at ensuring we maintain access to base and local leaders.”

Reed’s first day at the GACO included visits from the Kaiserslautern County commissioner, Ramstein-Miesenbach Union Community’s mayor and deputy mayor, the Kaiserslautern City liaison to the military community, and other officials. The leaders discussed coronavirus response efforts, vaccination strategies, GACO’s role in the community, the current status of U.S.-host nation relations, and other topics.

Maintaining open lines of communication at the local level reflects the strong friendship U.S. forces have built with the

Marcus Klein, Ramstein-Miesenbach Union Community deputy mayor, left; U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Randall Reed, Third Air Force commander and Kaiserslautern Military Community commander, center; and Ralf Hechler, RamsteinMiesenbach Union Community mayor, pose for a photo at the German American Community Office, Kaiserslautern, Dec. 2. Reed met with community leaders to pursue dialogue and cooperation on a wide range of community-related matters.

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host nation, which supports the critical role the region plays in global security.

“My role as the commander is to ensure our people are taken care of and that they are ready

and postured to complete the mission whenever they’re called upon,” said Reed. “It would be difficult, if not impossible, to do our job without the support from our local communities.

The GACO has been a resource to both Americans and

Germans since 2003, assisting the community with linguistic support, information on host nation regulations, administrative issues, and more.

“It is the only facility of its kind in the world and a very important factor for the integration of newly arrived military families into German communities,” said Roberto da Costa, 86th Airlift Wing senior host nation advisor. “It is also important to the local German population as it offers direct contact to the military community and City of Kaiserslautern staff working side-by-side to provide community support.”

The GACO serves the KMC, which hosts more than 50,000 U.S. military members, civilians and their families — making it the largest community of Americans outside the United States.

“These communities are where many of our Airmen live and spend their time when not at work, and it is important for us to cultivate relationships built on trust and respect,” said Reed. “We do that by being good neighbors, respecting local culture and approaching challenges together.”

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KMC BLOTTER

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COMPILED BY THE 569TH USFPS AND 86TH SFS

NOVEMBER 30 9:30 a.m.: Theft in Enkenbach-Alsenborn 10:10 a.m.: Major vehicle collision in Ramstein-Miesenbach 9:43 p.m.: Major vehicle collision in Oberarnbach DECEMBER 1 10:09 a.m.: Damage to personal property in Otterbach DECEMBER 2 2:15 p.m.: Larceny of government property on Vogelweh Family Housing

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5:10 p.m.: Operating a vehicle without registration on Vogelweh Main Base DECEMBER 4 6:50 p.m.: Major vehicle collision in Trier 7:20 p.m.: Possession of a controlled substance in Trier DECEMBER 5 2:25 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Kaiserslautern 8:39 p.m.: Theft in Kaiserslautern

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COVID-19 updates for KMC Looking for updated information regarding coronavirus and changes to base facilities? Visit www.ramstein.af.mil/COVID-19/ Ramstein COVID-19 testing Ramstein’s testing center is located at the medical clinic’s parking lot. While the parking lot is closed to thru-traffic, it is open for those presenting for testing. You do not have to exit your vehicle and walk up to the tent: just drive through the tent!

Editor’s note: The purpose of the weekly blotter is to deliver a chronological listing of criminal activity in the KMC. The information contained in the blotter is not indicative of crime trends or the targeting of service members or their dependents. The location and nature of the entries is dependent upon where the crime was reported and not necessarily where the crime took place.

Estate claims Anyone having any claims on or obligations to the estate of Technical Sergeant Darius McLin, assigned to USAFE-AFRICA Headquarters Squadron, USAFE-AFAFRICA Command Section at Ramstein Air Base, should contact the Summary Court Officer, Major Aaron Tissot at DSN 480-9032, commercially at 06371-47-9032 or email at aaron. tissot@us.af.mil.

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LVIS Gate Holiday Hours During the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s holiday, the LVIS gate will only operate Dec. 21-23 and Dec. 28-30 from 6 a.m. until 3 p.m.

DECEMBER 3 2:35 a.m.: Assault in Landstuhl

DECEMBER 6 2:15 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Kaiserslautern

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KMC HOUSING TOWN HOMES WASTE CALENDAR FOR 2021 Currently, in the KMC housing areas, there has been an increase in improper disposal of waste and recycling. As military family housing residents, it is important to follow proper recycling procedures. In Germany, it is the law to sort your trash and recyclables into the correct containers.

Sorting refuse into the proper locations is your responsibility. Any items left outside the appropriate containers will not be picked up by the garbage/recycling contractors. This includes bulk items such as large cardboard boxes, furniture, grills, mattresses, etc. If items will not fit into the correct container, they must be taken to the nearest recycling center location for proper disposal.

In order to control unauthorized refuse disposal, surveillance of housing and receptacle areas is now being performed on a daily basis. Violators for improper disposal will receive one “Notice to Correct” issued as a warning.

Refusal to adhere to policy, or further violations, will result in the occupant’s First Sergeant being notified.

As always, the Housing Office thanks you for your cooperation in keeping our communities and environment clean and healthy for all to enjoy!

If you have further questions regarding this matter, please contact the Housing Facilities Section

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at DSN 489-7108 or Com 0631-5367108/6643 or 6659. We’ll be glad to assist.

To keep abreast of all that is going on in Family Housing, you can now view our Facebook page, which can be found at; https://www.facebook.com/ KMCHousingOffice/ NOTE: The KMC Housing Office will close every Wednesday at 11:30 for administrative activities.

The KMC Family Housing Team is in the business of 100% “Customer Satisfaction.”

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Ramstein Pharmacy Tent Ramstein’s pharmacy is closing the lobby to patient access and dispensing medications through the exterior pharmacy lobby windows (walk-up pharmacy). This enables patients to maintain proper physical distancing. Medication refills can be processed through TRICARE Online or through the automated refill line (06371865601), and will be ready for pick-up the next duty day after 1 p.m. Pharmacy hours of operation are Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Registry of Motor Vehicles closure The USAREUR Registry of Motor Vehicles customer service office on Sembach Kaserne will be closed on Dec. 31 for Family Day. This means the

office is closed New Year’s Eve (Dec 31) and New Year’s Day (Jan 1). Please plan accordingly.

Dining Facility expands food operations • Lindberg Hof Dining Facility on Kapaun All DOD ID card holders, to include dependents and members of foreign Governments, are welcome to eat at the LBH. Only USD cash is accepted. Mon-Fri breakfast: 6-8 a.m. (weekends & family/holidays 7-8:30 a.m.), lunch: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; dinner: 4:30-6 p.m., weekend/ holiday/family day Brunch: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Jawbone Flight Kitchen on Ramstein MonSun; hot meals served during the following times: Breakfast: 6-8 a.m.; lunch: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., dinner: 5-7 p.m., midnight meal: 11 p.m.-1 a.m.

GACO helps U.S. customers in Germany Even during COVID-19, the GermanAmerican Community Office in Kaiserslautern (located in Rathaus Nord) is still available to assist American customers with host nationrelated topics. GACO staff is able to help with German documents and authorities, host nation policies and regulations, questions about disposing trash off base, drivers’ licenses for U.S. civilians, retirement in Germany, marriage between Americans and foreign nationals, leisure and sports activities, and a lot more.

GACO is a resource to help U.S. personnel have an easier and smoother stay in Germany. As soon as USO is authorized to offer newcomers’ orientation tours in Kaiserslautern again, they will make weekly stops at the GACO. The main entrance of Rathaus Nord is currently closed to the public, but you can make an appointment if you need to discuss your matter in person.

For your appointment you will need to use the entrance at Benzinoring 1 where you will be picked up. For more information, visit www. gaco-kl.de; call 0631-363-3010 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, and between 2 and 6 p.m. Thursdays; or email info@gaco-kl.de.

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An update on COVID vaccine

by Col. (Dr.) Ryan Mihata 86th Medical Group Commander Germany’s current restrictions seem to have stabilized case counts across our region.

Kaiserslautern is stable in the range of 115-134 cases per 100 thousand. While elevated, the rate is no longer climbing.

On Ramstein, the number of active cases is on a downward trend over the past week (and month). Thank you all for keeping up your prevention measures; this is the key to keeping us all healthy.

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As you may be aware, several companies announced the development of effective COVID vaccines. On Dec. 8, United Kingdom citizens started receiving one company’s vaccine. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration

is expected to consider the first vaccine on Dec. 10 and a second company’s vaccine on Dec. 17 for an Emergency Use Authorization. An EUA allows use of “unapproved medical products” to treat biological threats when there are no other “adequate, approved, and available alternatives.”

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Innovation from the ground up

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trevor Zucker, 1st Combat Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions technician, manipulates a 3D model of a quad-band large aperture antenna mounting bracket he created using a computer-aided design program on his laptop Nov. 19, on Ramstein Air Base. Creating a 3D model was the first step in preparing a printable version of the bracket that could then be installed on the Q-LAA. Zucker created the replacement part because of the challenges in obtaining replacement brackets, preventing the satellite communications system from becoming non-mission capable.

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Christopher Ireland, U.S. Air Forces Europe–Air Forces Africa Chief of Staff, presents his pre-sanitized coin to U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trevor Zucker, 1st Combat Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions technician, following the inspection of a 3D-printed mounting bracket created by Zucker and installed on a quad-band large aperture antenna system Nov. 18, on Ramstein Air Base. “This is exactly the kind of innovative problem-solving we hope to see from today’s Airmen,” said Ireland.“ Zucker preserved the mission capability of a satellite communication system because of his idea, his drive to put it into action, and his leadership’s support.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trevor Zucker, 1st Combat Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions technician, prepares a 3D printer system by routing poly lactic acid filament through a filament feeder Nov. 19, on Ramstein Air Base. He demonstrated the 3D printer’s ability to produce some components that could be used as replacement parts in military systems. Zucker used the printer to create a mounting bracket for the quad-band large aperture antenna system because of the challenges in obtaining replacement brackets, preventing the satellite communications system from becoming non-mission capable.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trevor Zucker, 1st Combat Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions technician, demonstrates the similarities between the original and a 3D-printed version of a mounting bracket used in the quad-band large aperture antenna system Nov. 24, on Ramstein Air Base. The safety specifications of the 3D version are currently being verified before being placed into service on the Q-LAA. Zucker created the part because of the challenges in obtaining replacement brackets, preventing the satellite communications system from becoming non-mission capable.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trevor Zucker, 1st Combat Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions technician, installs a 3D-printed mounting bracket onto a quad-band large aperture antenna system Nov. 24, on Ramstein Air Base.

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The Hütschenhausen location is still open and sells wall clocks and grandfather clocks.

Juwelier Lenhardt is a beautiful shop spread out over 150 sqm. The team consists of four employees and two directors. Mr. Rink, whose grandfather was a

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its dark wood mixed with glass and mirror elements, you could easily think you were in Milano.

Another aspect that is high on their list is their expectations of the English language. They make sure all of the employees at Lenhardt can properly consult you, not only “small talk”.

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Winter weather awareness Story and graphic by Staff Sgt. Devin Boyer 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Being informed before the winter weather hits is a good way to be prepared. Knowing where to find information such as road conditions (ROADCON), early release, late reporting and base and school closures can ensure members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community keep themselves out of the elements.

Following are frequently asked questions with answers.

How are delayed reporting, base closure and early release instructions decided?

The 86th Airlift Wing commander receives a recommendation from the 86th MSG commander to determine reporting instructions for delayed reporting, early release, or base closure.

How are school closures decided?

The 86th Airlift Wing commander receives a recommendation from the 86th MSG commander to determine reporting instructions for the DOD schools.

Where can I find information on delayed reporting, early release, and base and school closures?

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Leading from the front

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Cesar Soto-Betancourt, 86th Dental Squadron general dentistry noncommissioned officer in charge, types an enlisted performance report at Ramstein Air Base, Nov. 23. Part of Soto-Betancourt’s daily job involves administrative duties.

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Jennifer Gonzales 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The 86th Airlift Wing recognized Tech. Sgt. Cesar Soto-Betancourt, 86th Dental Squadron general dentistry noncommissioned officer in charge, Nov. 19, as airlifter of the week for his leadership and adaptability under pressure.

When one hears the word ‘dentistry’ they may hear the distant whirring of a phantom dental tool or imagine themselves sitting around in a waiting room. For those who may be a little less motivated to go to the dentist, know that the team there truly cares and enjoys helping people.

“What I like about dentistry is that it’s very diverse,” SotoBetancourt said. “There’s so many things you can take away from just being in the career field, whether you’re doing surgeries or simple fillings on patients.”

Dental work is only half of the fun, though. Soto-Betancourt and his team also train frequently and participate in base-wide exercises.

It was during these events that Soto-Betancourt shone as a leader.

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Soto-Betancourt directed the medical group’s largest medical contingency response team, which consisted of more than 40 people. They were able to successfully respond to a point of distribution and mass casualty exercise in which they showcased their readiness and cohesion.

“We were able to train and execute right away and see where our deficiencies were, which we corrected on the spot,” SotoBetancourt said. “It was good to have all of our people out there go over what we would do if an incident did happen.”

During the mass casualty exercise, they processed 26 patients while providing self-aid and buddy care and transported those who were more severely injured to a higher echelon of care. The

Manpower and Security Team also assisted and processed 100 patients while they maintained positive control of the operations.

“Manpower and Security are a separate part of dentistry,” SotoBetancourt explained. They help ensure protocols are followed correctly in the event of elevated force protection conditions.

Furthermore, Soto-Betancourt served as the alternate clinical dentistry flight chief. He was responsible for overseeing 95 active duty Airmen and five local national employees.

“Everyone always has something they have to take care of, so we try to accommodate,” SotoBetancourt said. “It becomes stressful making sure that providers are still seeing patients, making sure they [have the staff to support

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Poppin’ and Locking: Resilience through dance

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Manuel Zamora, 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs specialist, poses for a portrait on Kapaun Air Station, Nov. 18. Zamora uses breakdancing as a form of meditation, which helps him stay more relaxed and focused on present priorities.

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Andrew Alvarado 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

“For me, it’s more of just being a meditation thing,” said Airman 1st Class Manuel Zamora. “It’s a health thing for me. It’s a way for me to give my brain a break, organize itself and be free from everything.”

Breaking, or breakdancing, is a combination of dance and music.

For the 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs specialist, breakdancing is a

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Manuel Zamora, 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs specialist, stretches before performing breakdancing techniques in a gazebo on Kapaun Air Station, Nov. 18. Breakdancing is a style of street dance that originates from the United States of America.

way of interpreting music through dance technique. This process of translating the unseen into something more tangible is unique to For many people, meditation each break dancer. involves a serene environment “Breaking is complete freedom and minimal activity. However, of expression with your body,” one Airman achieves relaxation Zamora said. “It’s music made through a more physical means, visible with your body. You can do which combines music and dance whatever you want with the way you into an elaborate art. hear and interpret the music.”

As Zamora interprets music through physical movement, it also helps shape his identity as an American citizen through a sense of community found with other break dancers.

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said. “I may like the song. Next thing you know, it’s been two hours and I’ve been dancing.”

Continually striving to learn his craft means coupling long-term commitment with the development of a unique style.

“I don’t want someone to be exactly like me,” Zamora said.

“And I don’t want to be exactly like somebody else.”

Despite his sense of individuality in dance, Zamora recognizes the importance of learning foundational movements. Zamora instructed young children on how to breakdance in 2011 as a sports coordinator.

“It was my favorite job,” Zamora said, reflecting on his time at the Boys and Girls Club of America.

The fundamental moves he passed on to these children provided them with a basic understanding needed to continue growing in the art.

“You give them just a few tools,” Zamora said. “And then after that, they're building a house with it.

That's the beauty of the art. The beauty of the dance. It helps with confidence.”

Zamora lives this conviction through the self-assurance he experiences first-hand as he performs with confidence.

“I never feel like I lack any confidence when it comes to dancing,” Zamora said. “That's my world.

That's where I belong.”

The self-confidence he describes, combined with a sense of relaxed awareness, lays the groundwork for continuous improvement and maximized potential.

“I think the greatest thing about dancing is that you can be silly; and that would probably make it even better,” Zamora said. "The people who don't take themselves too seriously when they're dancing are probably the best ones.”

Having the freedom of expression through dance allows Zamora to thrive in a more structured community within the Air Force. This balance of energy allows him to continue serving to the best of his ability.

“In the Air Force, there's always something coming at you and you have to be prepared for it,” Zamora said. “I’d say [breakdancing] allows me to get my energy back in focus. Then, I go on the attack and give whatever I need to get the job done.”

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Manuel Zamora, 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs specialist, performs a breakdancing move called a shoulder freeze on Kapaun Air Station, Nov. 18. Any pose performed while breakdancing is regarded as a freeze.

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RAWS maintains critical communication systems Photos by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, stands outside a RAWS shelter on Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. Signals generated from the shelters are picked up by portable instrument receivers and can be used to calibrate instrument landing systems. RAWS supports Air Traffic Control and Airfield Management operations by maintaining and repairing the electrical and mechanical components of communication lines.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, left, and Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th OSS RAWS technician, work in an instrument landing system remote check and training room at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8.

The ILS provides horizontal and vertical pinpoint accuracies for pilots to land. RAWS is one of three sections making up the Airfield Operations Flight, which comprises more than half of the 86th OSS.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, calibrates the instrument landing system using a portable instrument receiver at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. The more accurate the degree marker is for the ILS, the more reliable it will be. To support Ramstein’s airlift mission, RAWS is on call 24/7 to maintain communication lines within airfield operations.

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, inspects the main modulation card for an Air Traffic Control Tower radio at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. RAWS maintains the electrical and mechanical components of the communications between air traffic controllers and aircraft.

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, left, and Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th OSS RAWS supervisor, use a portable instrument receiver at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. The PIR is used to pick up signals from RAWS shelters around the airfield to calibrate the instrument landing system computer. RAWS maintains critical systems allowing Air Traffic Control to safely bring aircraft in and out of Ramstein.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Venmeir Crowe, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, left, and Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th OSS RAWS supervisor, explain the capabilities of an automated weather station at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. In the past, RAWS consisted of airfield systems and radar systems. Airmen from the two career fields are now trained and capable in all systems across the board.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Kenny, 86th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems supervisor, works on an Air Traffic Control Tower radio at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 8. The RAWS team is responsible for maintaining the main radios that interface communication between air traffic controllers and pilots. This effort ensures reliable and seamless communication for the Airfield Operations Flight.

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Knights at night

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Maritza Rivera, 86th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations shift lead, checks in with her office during a routine nighttime airfield check at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 22. Rivera checked for inoperable lights, bird and wildlife aircraft strike hazards, and foreign object debris to maintain 24/7 support to aircraft at Ramstein. The Airfield Management team continued operational effectiveness during COVID-19 by fusing 66 missions with multi-country travel restrictions, limited manning, daily training and transient flight operations.

Photos by Airman 1st Class John R. Wright

Story courtesy of the 86th Operational Support Squadron As the sun sets on Ramstein Air Base and many of its offices sit vacant, some work centers still have the lights on. The 86th Operations Support Squadron’s Knights remain ever-vigilant to keep the mission going every day and night.

During a typical day, life at the 86th OSS is abuzz with more than twenty different AFSCs held by more than 170 military, civilian, and contractor personnel within thirteen sections; one of Ramstein’s most diverse squadrons is busy ensuring operations don’t cease.

The Commander’s Support Staff ensures everything runs smoothly throughout the squad-

ron while ensuring personnel readiness and accountability.

The Current Operations Flight works closely with the 603rd Air Operations Center’s Air Mobility Division to coordinate the 86th Airlift Wing’s flying schedule as well as logistics for all flights into and out of three separate areas of responsibility.

The Host Aviation Resource Management office double checks aircrew flight records to make sure they are current on all requirements prior to aircraft departure.

The Intelligence Flight delivers time sensitive briefings to aircrew on their assigned missions, highlighting potential threats the crews may face along the way, and re-checks the information for last minute updates before the crews step to their respective aircraft.

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The Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape specialists provide training to aircrew on life-saving techniques, should a worst-case scenario occur.

The Tactics and Joint Airdrop Inspections Flight conducts mission-essential training for aircrew and performs inspections of all cargo before it is airdropped in order to maximize safety and quality control.

Airfield Management patrols the flight line, checking all of the twelve separate navigational aids that enable safe take-offs and landings.

The Weather Flight uses different systems and tools located throughout the base and space, gathering up-to-date information that could impact operations.

The Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight meticulously inspects the crew’s equipment, everything from flight helmets to night vision goggles and weapons to survival gear, to ensure proper functionality.

Finally, the 86th OSS is home to the primary Air Traffic Control facility’s Tower controllers, Radar, Airfield & Weather Systems experts, and Ground-Controlled Approach professionals who not only maintain multiple systems across the base, but establish a smooth transition of flights entering and exiting Ramstein’s airspace.

Tonight is a special night. A night where a silent symphony can only be seen within the OSS to enable the success of the 86th Airlift Wing.

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The symphony begins with Current Operations coordinating the details of the previously unscheduled flight that will be taking off shortly. The aircrew arrive to the Intelligence office, where they are briefed on the current situation and other missioncritical information. From there, the crew proceeds to AFE to get issued their equipment required for the mission and check their night-vision goggles.

Seamlessly, the aircrew arrive to their aircraft and, after conducting their pre-flight checks, begin speaking with the ATC to acquire clearance for taxi and takeoff. During this time, the Weather Flight passes real-time data to the aircrew. Behind the scenes, Airfield Management conducts last minute checks for safe taxi and take-off for the mission.

The roar of the aircraft’s engines is heard as they take off. Air Traffic Controllers ensure a smooth hand-off is made to German controllers as the aircraft departs Ramstein’s airspace into the night. Just as quickly as the mission is launched, the thrash of the night subsides peacefully.

Hours later, the sun begins to shine upon Ramstein. Work centers begin to return to life. Many are perhaps completely unaware of the hustle and bustle from the previous hours.

However, due to the importance of the 86th AW’s mission, movement of personnel, humanitarian aid, and aeromedical evacuation went unimpeded. The 86th OSS remained diligent through it all, ensuring that “Ops Never Stops.”

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Sidewalks must be kept free of snow, ice

by 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Editor’s Note: This article was published in a previous edition of the Kaiserslautern American and the information has been updated to reflect this year’s content.

Photo by Steshenko / Shutterstock.com

German communities have rules regarding snow and ice on sidewalks to avoid accidents.

Residents living off base should check their rental contracts to find out about their obligations.

The rental contract clearly states who must keep sidewalks free of ice and snow.

Usually landlords turn this obligation over to their renters. As soon as there is a danger of black ice, renters or landlords must throw salt,

sand or gravel on walkways.

Snow must be swept off so pedestrians can walk. NOTE: In some communities, residents are not allowed to use salt because it can damage the environment and sidewalk tiles may become loose.

House owners or renters don’t have to clear the whole sidewalk of ice and snow, but must clear a path so two people can get by. They don’t have to remove snow if it continues snowing, but must remove it 15 to 30 minutes after it stops snowing.

The snow has to be removed in a way that does not impact traffic.

In most communities, sweeping snow and throwing salt, sand or gravel must be done

between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. on workdays. On Sundays and German holidays, the snow removal obligation starts at 9 a.m. The general rule is: first sweep off the snow, then throw salt, sand or gravel.

In extreme weather, the cleaning procedures must be repeated throughout the day. If renters are, according to their contract, obliged to take care of cleaning their sidewalks, they must find somebody to do it for them if they won’t be able to because of sickness or work.

If pedestrians get hurt due to sidewalks that were not properly cleaned, house owners or renters can be held liable. They might have to pay for medical treatment, compensation and sometimes even a fine.

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Mackenbach, nice and big family bungalow, 5 bed, 3 bath, built-in-kitchen, laundry, duplex-garage with direct house entry, floor-heating, blinds, yard, patio. Avail 28.Nov.2020, monthly rent 2890€ +util. Call Ado on +49 1726801258 or email: rmimmobilien@ton Queidersbach, 6bd, 2bth, House, 320sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/dinrm, garden, unfinished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 4 Jun 2020, Housing Approved, €2600 +utl, call 0170 2003862, info@prem-reale state.com

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4 BEDROOMS 4bd, 2.5bth, House, 185sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/dinrm, garden, laundry, pets allowed, available 22 Oct 2020, Housing Approved, €2900 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@som merimmo.de Kottweiler-Schwanden, 4bd, 2.5bth, Other, 222sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ dinrm, garden, balcony/terrace, laundry, carport, pets allowed, available 29 Sep 2020, Housing Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-rea lestate.com

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2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv/dinrm, garden, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 16 Jul 2020, call 00 49 171 313 6996, info@ju dithkern.com

Nice FSH Hütschenhausen, 220 sqm, 3 BR, 2.5 baths, carport, rent €2000, Schoenenberg-Kuebelberg, 4bd, please call Dieter 01726823232, dzepe 2bth, Haus, 125qm, BIK, Wohn / Ess- zauer@aol.com zimmer, Garten, Balkon / Terrasse, fertiger Keller, private Garage, Hunde erlaubt, verfuegbar 6. November 2020, Wohnen genehmigt, € 980 + utl, Anruf +4917641509332, martinburkhardt.70@ web.de

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Kaiserslautern, 2.0bd, 1.0bth, Apartment, 75sqm, BIK, liv/dinrm, garden, balcony/terrace, finished basement, pets allowed, available 31 Aug 2020, €0.5 +utl, call 01729664307, michael.uh rig@ihrsteuerberater.com

Kaiserslautern, 2.0bd, 2.0bth, Apartment, 65sqm, BIK, guest WC, dinrm, carport, pets allowed, available 31 Aug 2020, €0.5 +utl, call 01729664307, mi chael.uhrig@ihrsteuerberater.com

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Large 4 bed family house in Niedermohr with yard (15 min from Ramstein US Air Base) - TDY / TLA / TLF, 4 bd, 2.5 bth, 180 sq meters, Hauptstrasse 1 E 66879 Niedermohr Germany, €?, please contact us for a price quote at +49 17624687550 or info@expatn Large 3 bed TLA apartment with balgo.com.Check out more 1, 2, 3 and 4 cony in Ramstein, 3 bd, 1 bth, 150 sq bed units on www.expatngo.com meters, Rosenstrasse 21 66877 Ramstein-Miesenbach Germany, €allowance, please call / email us for a price quote: +49 17624687550, info@ex patngo.com Ramstein-Miesenbach, 4bd, 2.5bth, TLA Townhouse, 170sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/dinrm, garden, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 5 Jun 2020, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call 0170 2003862, info@prem-reale Modern & luxurious TLA townhouse state.com Weilerbach, 4bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 187sqm, BIK, liv/dinrm, garden, laundry, finished basement, pets subject to Möbelspedition approval, available 31 Jan 2020, Housing Approved, €per diem +utl, call 0170 2003862, info@prem-reale • Inland and foreign moves state.com • Business and building moves • Delivery and assembling of new furniture and fittings • Packing • Furniture Storage

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December 11, 2020

Housing survey feedback vital to quality of life improvements

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by Keith Pannell USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs The U.S. Army’s Fall 2020 Tenant Satisfaction Survey, formerly the Housing Satisfaction Survey, began Dec. 2 for all Army Housing residents.

The Baumholder Housing Office is excited the survey is getting started after a delay from September.

“The Tenant Satisfaction Survey allows residents who live in Army-controlled housing an opportunity to vocalize what they need from housing,” said Charm Sutton, Baumholder Housing Customer Service chief.

That could include certain

amenities or certain preferences they want to see in housing. The survey also allows residents to voice what they’re satisfied, or not satisfied with.

Every sponsor in military housing will soon receive an email with a link and password to the survey. Last year, only 26%, or 195 of the 747 Baumholder housing residents available, filled out the survey.

“When they neglect to take the survey, nothing changes, things remain status quo,” said Sutton. “Taking the survey gives residents an opportunity to request things they desire in their housing.”

Harald Kastner, Baumholder Military Housing chief, said

within the last year there have been numerous improvements to housing based on previous survey results.

“We’ve done work to bring almost 400 units up to standard,” Kastner said. “We’ve right-sized (taking a building of 16 units and making it a building of 12 larger units) eight of our buildings and plan to do more.”

Kastner added that within the last year Baumholder Housing has begun adding rolladens (sun shades which can be rolled up or down) and balconies to the 60 year-old buildings. Sutton added that the command policy on air conditioners was changed in

May 2020 to allow residents to purchase one air conditioner per unit.

“Those upgrades and changes come directly from these surveys,” Kastner added.

The survey is made up of ten multiple-part questions and only one survey can be filled out per household. The Army understands residents get a lot of spam and fake email, so any email or information about the Tenant Satisfaction Survey will have the Office of Management and Budget number 07040553, as well as the expiration date of March 31, 2022, on it.

“I would ask every household to take this survey,” Sutton said. “Otherwise, you have all

these people who don’t live in your community telling you what you need in your community. How effective is that?”

“The survey is an opportunity for residents to voice what they think is working and what is not,” said Col. Vance Klosinski, USAG RheinlandPfalz commander. “Even if you’re brand new to the community, give us your first impressions. Please take a few minutes to fill out the survey and help create a better place for fellow Soldiers and families to live.”

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Operation Holiday Connection brings cheer to families during pandemic Story and photo by Rebecca Schwab USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs Celebrating the holidays during a pandemic will be new for everyone, but U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz plans to help make it the best possible experience for Soldiers and families.

Operation Holiday Connection — organized by Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation — will provide fun holiday activities through FMWR libraries, Army Community Service, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, and Outdoor Recreation, in addition to connecting Soldiers and families to virtual resources from garrison partner organizations.

From December 3-23, FMWR’s Santa Village will be on display at Baumholder ODR. Although kids won’t get to sit on Santa’s lap this year, Baumholder ODR will provide a family photo opportunity in Santa’s sleigh. The sleigh is over 100 years old and took ODR staff over a month to refurbish.

“We’ve worked hard the last few weeks to ensure that the safety of our community is first, [so] to best follow the COVID guidelines, we’ll be offering photo shoots by appointment only,” said Jason Ille, director of Outdoor Recreation for the garrison, adding, “We will have representation for all FMWR facilities on site to ensure our community is knowledgeable on all that is provided to our community.”

Appointments for a photo with the sled and a walk through the display can be scheduled with Baumholder ODR at 0611-143-531-3401.

For a chance to see Santa, the library and ACS will host a virtual reading of Polar Express by Santa Dec. 18 through Microsoft Teams.

Families must register by Dec. 10 with the first names of their kids to make sure they each get a “Holiday Cheer” packet in time for the reading. Packets will include hot cocoa and peppermint, as well as the official link to the event.

“We cherish our relationship with the community and are doing our best to continue providing excellent

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Baumholder Outdoor Recreation staff spent a month meticulously refurbishing Santa’s 100-plus-year-old sleigh to get it ready for family photos, one of the activities available for the community as part of Operation Holiday Connection this year.

resources even when face-to-face meeting is not possible,” said Mindy Malenius, programming librarian for the garrison’s libraries.

She added that books, video games, and movies can still be requested at garrison libraries, and that all of their many online resources — including e-books, streaming services, test prep, databases, language lessons, and more — are also available.

“To access even more virtual content, including storytimes, makerspaces and other programming, we invite everyone to our Facebook groups Friends of the Baumholder Library and Friends of the Landstuhl Library,” Malenius said. “Best of all, everything is free. We hope to keep you connected during the pandemic and beyond.”

After the Polar Express reading, information about other resources will be provided, such as emergency contact information and ideas for pandemic-safe social, spiritual, and family activities throughout the garrison footprint.

Garrison Army Community Services Chief Heather Robinson said the idea for Operation Holiday Connection began in October, with the start of the second partial lockdown.

Leadership recognized long-term isolation was a significant threat due to a lack of connection to people and resources.

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Robinson said that by providing family-friendly, fun holiday activities, along with information to help community members get connected, they hope to keep spirits high.

“We want to decrease the risk for depression,” she said, “and increase utilization of programs that support social, family, spiritual, emotional and

physical readiness.”

She said FMWR and partners will be looking for feedback from Soldiers and families regarding the effectiveness of the virtual platform and partnerships in encouraging positive sustainable connections even beyond the holiday season.

Robinson has been a counselor/ crisis worker all her life, but she says one of the most fulfilling jobs she’s ever had has been working with the Army.

“Soldiers and their families remind me of work with first responders during disasters,” she said. “They are, hands down, the most well prepared, well trained and resilient group of people I have ever known. They set the example and build the road maps for other civilian agencies and communities to follow.”

She said this is also true for military kids.

“Military kids are natural leaders and take that role during a crisis,” she said. “All we have to do as providers is provide the information and set the stage.”

Robinson said USAG RheinlandPfalz has done an exceptional job leading the way for use of social media and Microsoft Teams during the pandemic.

“There is a constant feedback loop from our customers,” she said.

Operation Holiday Connection is being led by USAG Rhineland-Pfalz libraries, with the Service Credit Union providing sponsorship.

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December 11, 2020

Inbound holiday cheer in tree, two, one Air Force hits record retention

levels, reviews voluntary force management efforts

An annual tree lighting ceremony is conducted at Ramstein Air Base, Dec. 4. The ceremony represents the unity between German and American partners. The event allowed for physical distancing between select attendees.

Photos by Airman 1st Class Andrew J. Alvarado

Lt. Col. Kevin Welsh, U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" commander, conducts an reenlistment ceremony at the Arctic Thunder Open House in Anchorage, AK, June 29, 2018. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen.

Photo by Senior Airman Cory W. Bush

by Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Airmen look on as a tree lighting ceremony takes place at Ramstein Air Base, Dec. 4. The Christmas tree was a gift from the city of Ramstein-Miesenbach and represents the unity between German and American partners.

The Department of the Air Force is seeing its highest retention levels in 20 years, second only to rates recorded shortly after 9/11 in 2002.

However, as hundreds of members who were previously planning to retire or separate in 2020 withdrew or delayed their departures amidst COVID-19 concerns, it led to fiscal year 2021 end strength numbers that already exceeded the projected end-of-year goals.

“Congress delivered immense help, increased our numbers and helped us make real readiness improvements after sequestration reductions,” said Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly, deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services.

“Increased recruiting and retention efforts helped restore the size of the force by nearly 23,000 over the last five years. We also closed a 4,000-person maintainer gap and increased the manning levels of many career fields.”

Now, Kelly said, the challenge for the Department is to keep the size of the force balanced for the future, high-end fight.

To get that done, headquarters personnel teams are reviewing voluntary opportunities to allow for even more flexibility as Airmen make long-term career choices.

These will involve waivers of some active duty service commitments, particularly focused on expanding opportunities to affiliate with the Guard and Reserve.

“We want Airmen to know their expertise is incredibly valuable, and we are reviewing steps to make it even easier to either transi-

tion to Guard or Reserve service or explore other career fields,” he said.

Kelly also noted the service may no longer need all the retention bonuses the force is currently using, and will “shape the force to better match our requirements by facilitating re-training from some over-manned AFSCs to those with lower manning levels.”

Kelly said involuntary programs are not being considered for FY21.

“We have to bring in the right number of Airmen each year to sustain the force throughout the continuum of service,” Kelly said. “We have a plan to avoid future year-group gaps and we will announce volunteer options soon that we believe will balance end-strength appropriately.” Kelly expects to share the approved list of volunteer options before midDecember.

As the Space Force is still in a purposeful phase of strategic growth, any force management decision will be evaluated for its applicability to the newly formed sixth branch of service. Space Force members will not be eligible for a voluntary ADSC waiver due to the required minimum two years to join the new service.

“As we build the Space Force, our priority has been to do no harm and to communicate decisions with the maximum transparency possible as we transfer personnel from the Air Force into the new service,” said Patricia Mulcahy, U.S. Space Force chief human capital officer.

“We remain committed to that goal as we work with our partners in the Air Force to find effective solutions in addressing these force management concerns.”

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School Liaison Officer helps families adapt to new community Story and photo by Rebecca Schwab USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Public Affairs Moving may be tough for adults, but it can be even harder for children, who must adjust to a new school, new friends, and a new routine in a new place — sometimes even at an overseas location, like here in Rheinland-Pfalz.

Add COVID-19 to the mix, and the changes can be overwhelming.

Enter school liaison officers like Lynn Rice.

“When families PCS, there can be so many different emotions going on,” said Rice, school liaison officer for School Support Services at U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz. “We are here to try and alleviate the stress families go through during a move.”

She said they do that by connecting with families before they come to Germany.

“School liaisons are knowledgeable of child and youth programs [and are] therefore able to provide program information prior to the family’s arrival,” she said.

“We provide school registration information, school calendars, and school zone information, and [we] offer the opportunity for youth to have a youth sponsor.”

The Youth Sponsorship Program pairs students who are already here with incoming youth to help them get acquainted with

School Liaison Officer Lynn Rice, left, with Dr. Kendra Wagers, guidance counselor at Kaiserslautern High School.

the community and school before arriving.

“Once the new student arrives, the sponsor will meet the new youth and lead him/her around the school and community,” she said. “[It’s] a great opportunity to help alleviate the stress of a transition, as it is so difficult to leave friends and try to make new ones.”

Once families are here, they receive assistance with final registration and any other questions they may have. The help also

extends to families getting ready to leave the community.

“We are able to connect families with their gaining school liaison to prepare their transition,” Rice said.

Rice has worked for Child and Youth Services for many years, starting out with four-year-olds before moving on to work with older kids. She came to Germany as a training specialist and then transitioned to become the school liaison officer. She said she loves

helping families with their move to Rheinland-Pfalz.

“When families reach out to you, once they arrive, they say, ‘Thank you for being in touch with me while moving. We appreciate you!’” Rice said. “I enjoy working with (Department of Defense Education Activity) administrators and district folks. It is so important to maintain great partnerships.”

That’s especially true considering changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

“In the spring when corona hit, the schools changed to remote learning,” she said. “The schools responded amazingly, as this was something new to them. Laptops and hot spots were offered to families who were in need of these items. There was much coordination happening between families, teachers, administrators and military leaders.”

Rice said prior to the start of the fall semester, families were given the option to register for virtual school or do face-to-face learning. She said the same will be true for the spring semester.

To help combat the new challenges brought on by COVID-19, Rice said other assistance is being offered, including free lunch at school. Normally, families pay for their children’s lunches, with some families being eligible for free or reduced-price lunches thanks to the student meal program.

“However, as of November 2, all families are eligible for free lunches, as a waiver has been approved by the USDA,” she said.

“This waiver will be in effect until the end of the school year.”

For more information about School Support Services and how to get in touch with the school liaison officer, visit https:// kaiserslautern.armymwr.com/ programs/school-liaison-officerslo.

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by MilitaryinGermany.com Schönau almost seems like Shangri-la. Every twisting road that leads to the little village deep in the Pfalz forest leads you further and further into what feels like a forgotten valley.

When you reach Schönau, nestled against the French border, you also discover that it is very much an outdoor haven. It is a place for fresh air, physical adventure, history and incredible perspectives.

Schönau: What to do For a place with less than a thousand people, Schönau is fairly vibrant. It has a bakery, plenty of gasthauses and two churches, one of which is named after St. Nicholas. But there isn’t a whole lot more to do beyond that. And that’s kind of the point.

Travelers to Schönau need to get into the trees. And there are plenty of options for doing so.

During most of the year, there are excellent mountain biking opportunities nearby. During the deep winter, intrepid explorers can bring their snowshoes and have extraordinary adventures tromping through the wilderness.

But the real magic around Schönau happens on foot. Because there are castles lurking in the for-

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ests. Lots of them. On both sides of the border. And discovering them is a joy.

The one thing you have to see: The German/French castle trail The German/French castle trail (known locally as the Deutschfranzösischer Burgweg) is astonishingly cool. At roughly 30 kilometers long with lots of semi-stren-

uous ups and downs, this loop trail isn’t something that most hikers will finish in one day. In fact, part of the joy of Schönau is that it makes for an awesome repeat-visit destination.

But once you’re on the trail, you’ve got options. Here are just a few: • Brave the Pfaffenfelsen. An overlook that is close to Schönau,

the Pfaffenfelsen is not for the faint of heart. It requires a ladder climb up a near vertical column of rock. But you’ll have a major feeling of accomplishment and a reason to celebrate when you get home.

• Hike to Wegelnburg Castle.

Sitting at over 500 meters above sea level, this is almost the best place north of the Alps for

good views in Germany. When you summit Wegelnburg, it feels like you’ve arrived at something that existed in Middle Earth.

And, on a clear day, you can see to Strasbourg, France, 60 kilometers to the south. The hike is approximately one hour, one-way, from Schönau.

• Hike to Blumenstein Castle.

Blumenstein is a marvelous castle, too. Hikers can reach it in 45 minutes or so from Schönau.

• France on foot. When COVID restrictions don’t apply, you should also experience one of the fundamental fun points of this hike and step into France.

Hikers can tackle the French Fleckenstein and German Wegelnburg Castles in a roundtrip loop that takes about 4-5 hours.

Getting There By car, Schönau is one hour south of Kaiserslautern, 2 hours south of Wiesbaden and two hours west of Stuttgart.

For U.S. government employees, including service members, remember to always follow command regulations, which may be different than host nation policies when it comes to travel.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Photo by Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock.com

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For more information during the winter season, contact Outdoor Recreation, Smith Bks, Bldg.

8167, 531-3401, 0611-143-5313401. »» Updated VAT services and locations: Take advantage of the convenience of the newest VAT office on Vogelweh Housing at Armstrong’s Club, Bldg.

1036! Open Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed between 1-2 p.m. for lunch. All the VAT Offices located in both Baumholder and Kaiserslautern have services Mon-Fri. on an appointment-

only basis. For more information to include individual facility hours of operation and contact information, go to Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com or Baumholder.armymwr.com »» Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation seasonal rentals: Don’t be caught off guard this winter! Rent all the equipment you need for your next ski and snowboard trip from Outdoor Recreation and keep it until the first weekend in May! Seasonal rentals for adult skis or snowboards is $169 and for children ages 12 and under is $139. Contact Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation, Pulaski Bks., Bldg. 2905, 0631-3406-4117. »» Halftime Sports Bar now offering takeout only: The Halftime Sports Bar is open for takeout only Mon-Thu, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m., Fri, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. and 4-10 p.m., Sat, 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m., closed on Sundays. Enjoy great burgers, Reubens and classic bar food at home or at work when you take it to-go! The menu can be found at: Kaiserslautern.armymwr. com/programs/landstuhlcommunity-club. Call in your order ahead of time, or stop by!

486-6107 or 06371-86-6107. »» Order from Hideaway Bistro & Grill: Head over to Armstrong’s Club (Vogelweh Housing, Bldg.

1036) where the Hideaway Bistro & Grill is now serving a menu of American classics with delicious meals from salads to burgers, bar food classics, even pizza and tacos! Offering delivery to Vogelweh Housing during hours of operation, Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5-10 p.m., Sat 5-10 p.m., closed Sundays. Currently all orders are for takeout or delivery.

Take a look at the menu by going to Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and calling 0157-3049-2529 to place your order. »» Baumholder Outdoor Recreation Services available: Borders might be closed and travel and outings as we know them might look different right now but Baumholder Outdoor Recreation is still offering great ways to keep busy and have fun!

Rentals by phone reservation are still available for most items such as bikes (mountain and E-bikes), limited day passes for the fishing pond, fishing rod rental, as well as storage unit rentals. Be ready to roll out when trips start back up when you

purchase a trip voucher for $20, $50 or $100! Retail shop is open Mon-Fri from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. by appointment only. For more information and to make your rentals and reservations, contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8167, 5313401; 0611-143-531-3401. »» Libraries in Kaiserslautern and Baumholder: The USAG RP Libraries, Landstuhl, Kleber Kaserne, and Baumholder offer call-in/email book orders and pick-up service. Returned items are promptly checked in after a quarantine period. To place a book order by email for Kleber Library, email usarmy.kleber. library@mail.mil.

Landstuhl email orders can be sent to usarmy.landstuhl.library@mail. mil and Baumholder orders can be sent to usarmy.baumholder. id- europe.list.librar y@mail. mil. Hours of operation for each facility are as follows: Kleber Branch, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg.

3205, 483-1740, 06314-11-174, Mon-Fri from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Landstuhl Library, Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810, 486-7322, 0637186-7322, Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Fri 1-4 p.m.; Baumholder, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8332, 5312841, 0611-143-531-2841, MonFri 10 a.m.-3 p.m. All facilities are closed on all holidays. »» Arts & Crafts Center open: The main Arts & Crafts Center is open as follows: Tue-Fri, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sat from 12-5 p.m.

Currently, classes are suspended but services such as custom framing, engraving, balloon orders, limited ceramics and bisque painting as well as the photo kiosk are still available. For more information, contact Arts & Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg.

8104, 531-2895, 0611-143-5312895. »» USAG Rheinland Pfalz Automotive Skills Centers by appointment only: Take advantage of the Automotive Skills Centers in your area. Car Wash operation is also open and staff will be disinfecting wands and vacuum cleaners several times a day for your safety. Auto Skills Centers are open with each bay limited to one customer at a time. Current hours of operation are: Baumholder, Tue-Sat from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Landstuhl, Mon-Sat from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Pulaski, MonSun from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information or to make an

appointment, contact Landstuhl Automotive Skills Center, Wilson Bks., Bldg. 3800, 06371-4931628, Pulaski Automotive Skills Center, Pulaski Bks., Bldg. 2859, 0631-350-2323 or Baumholder Automotive Skills Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8438, 531-2949, 0611-143-531-2949. »» Pulaski Automotive Skills Center Speedy Lube now open on Saturdays by appointment only: Does it feel like you don’t have enough time in the week to get all your to-dos done? Now open Saturdays, the Speedy Lube on Pulaski is making it even easier to get your vehicle’s services done! Perfect for the changing seasons, get your oil and tires changed, and remember, you need to have those winter or all-season tires mounted as soon as possible!

For more information, contact Pulaski Automotive Skills Center, Pulaski Bks., Bldg. 2859, 493-4167, 0631-3406-4167. »» Santa writes back: The Aquatic Center has a direct connection to the Big Man himself, Santa Claus, and they are helping him out this year in a big way by being the middle man for all those Santa letters! Drop your letters (enclosed with $1 per letter) at the Baumholder Java Café (located in the CMR building) in the North Pole Express Box with your return address before Dec. 23. Each letter will be read and responded to by Santa and will be returned with Rudolf’s stamp of approval. For more information, contact the Aquatic Center, Wetzel Kaserne, Bldg.

8897/8895, 531-2901/2904, 0611-143-531-2901/2904. »» Photos with Santa’s sleigh: Jolly ol’ St. Nick is spreading the holiday spirit at Baumholder Outdoor Recreation where his sled is on loan until Dec. 23!

Since world health restrictions have hampered his traditional photo op, he has left us the next best thing, his sleigh, for this year’s photo taking pleasure! By reservation only, families will have 20 minutes to take pictures on the sleigh. If you don’t have a camera, Outdoor Recreation will have one onsite but please bring a USB or memory card to bring the memories home with you. For more information and to make your reservation, contact Baumholder Outdoor Recreation, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8167, 0611143-531-3401, 531-3401.

»» Online Job Fair – Army Europe:

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Army Community Service (ACS) is inviting job seekers that are Transitioning Service Members, military spouses, DOD civilian spouses and family members looking for a job to register for this online event. The event will allow you to video chat with OCONUS and CONUS-based employers Jan. 14 from 12-3 p.m. A list of employers and job openings will be available on the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz ACS Facebook page as well as at the ACS and SFL-TAP Centers.

Advance RSVP is required by Jan. 13 to prove DOD eligibility status. RSVP by visiting https:// einvitations.afit.edu/inv/index. cfm?i=582401&k=0769400D7B56.

For more information, call ACS at 541-9000, 0611-143-541-9000. »» Armstrong’s No Cook Friday: Take the load off yourself, family or friends after a long week with No Cook Friday Dec. 18! Take home your choice of Red Thai Curry with jasmine rice (Adult: $9, Child: $7), or XL Schnitzel with a Mushroom Cream Sauce served with either fries or noodles. (Adult: $10, Child: $7) All orders must be placed in advance by Dec.17 by ordering on Webtrac or paying at any MWR facility. Child and Youth Service Patrons can pay at their Child and Youth Service program. For more information go to Kaiserslautern.armymwr. com. »» Christmas Dinner to-go at Armstrong’s Club: Don’t lose time with your loved ones on Christmas by spending the whole day in the kitchen. Preorder your Christmas meal today and pick it up Christmas day at Armstrong’s Club. Serve a five ($90) or ten-person meal ($160) that includes a whole turkey breast and pork roast (each being 1.4 lbs. for 5 people, 2.8 lbs. for 10 people), stuffing, gravy, red wine sauce, spaetzle with roasted bread crumbs, garlic flavored mashed potatoes, green beans, butter carrots, rolls and finish it off with a chocolate cake! All orders must be placed in advance by Dec. 21 by ordering on Webtrac or paying at any MWR facility. Child and Youth Service Patrons can pay at their Child and Youth Service program. For more information go to Kaiserslautern.armymwr. com.

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CINEMA & HOME CINEMA HIGHLIGHTS

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Some of the latest series and movies available to rent or stream! Check your streaming service for availability.

MOVIE | Drama, Music

Poster by Amazon Studios

Sound of Metal (2019) Sound of Metal is an intimate indie film about a musician who descends into panic when he discovers he is losing his ability to hear — and eventually finds himself forced to adapt to a new reality.

Cast: Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci, Mathieu Amalric Director: Darius Marder TV SERIES | Biography, Drama, Music

Poster by Netflix

MOVIE | Documentary

MOVIE | Biography, Drama

Poster by HBO

Between the World and Me (2020)

Poster by Lionsgate

Bombshell (2019)

The special will include powerful readings from Ta-Nehisi Coates’ book, it will also incorporate documentary footage from the actors’ home life, archival footage, and animation.

Cast: Angela Bassett, Ta-Nehisi Coates Director: Kamilah Forbes

The real story of three whip-smart, ambitious, strong women who anchored one of America’s most powerful news networks — becoming headlines themselves when they risked everything to stand up to the man who made them famous.

Cast: Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman Director: Jay Roach

TV SERIES | Drama, Family, Mystery

TV SERIES | Drama, Thriller, War

Poster by Hulu

Poster by Hulu

MOVIE | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

MOVIE | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Poster by Sony Pictures Releasing

Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs 2 (2013)

Poster by Netflix

Klaus (2019)

Flint Lockwood realises that the FLDSMDFR is still functioning and is creating food-animal hybrids. To put an end to it, Flint joins hands with his friends and sets out to save the world.

Cast: Bill Hader, Anna Faris, Will Forte Directors: Cody Cameron, Kris Pearn

After proving himself to be the worst postman at the academy, a postman is posted to a frozen town in the North where he discovers Santa Claus is hiding out.

Cast: Jason Schwartzman, J.K. Simmons Directors: Sergio Pablos, Carlos Martínez López

MINI SERIES | Drama

TV SERIES | Drama, History

Poster by Amazon Studios

Poster by Disney

Selena: The Series (2020)

The Hardy Boys (2020)

No Man’s Land (2020)

Small Axe (2020)

The Right Stuff (2020)

The life of Selena Quintanilla continues to fascinate, decades after her tragic death.

This long-anticipated original series tells her story with greater depth and detail than the iconic 1997 biopic that we’ve all seen hundreds of times.

Cast: Christian Serratos, Gabriel Chavarria Creator: Moisés Zamora

When the Hardy boys, Frank and Joe and their father, Fenton arrive in Bridgeport they set out to uncover the truth behind the recent tragedy that has changed their lives, and in doing so, uncover something much more sinister.

Cast: Rohan Campbell, Alexander Elliot Creators: Steve Cochrane, Jason Stone

A family grieves the death of their daughter in a suicide bombing. Meanwhile, her brother suspects she is still alive after glimpsing her in a news report and sets off to find her in the Middle East.

Cast: James Krishna Floyd, Jo Ben Ayed Creators: Amit Cohen, Ron Leshem, Eitan Mansuri

Small Axe is a British anthology film series, created and directed by Steve McQueen. The anthology consists of five films which tell distinct stories about the lives of West Indian immigrants in London during the 1960s and 1970s.

Cast: John Boyega, Sheyi Cole Director: Steve McQueen

The Right Stuff takes a gritty, anti-nostalgic look at what would become America’s first reality show as the obsessive original Mercury Seven astronauts and their families become instant celebrities in a competition that will either kill them or make them immortal.

Cast: Patrick J. Adams, Jake McDorman Creator: Mark Lafferty

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