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435 AGOW, 521 AMOW continue supporting Poland operations

U.S. Air Force maintainers and aerial porters assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing and 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing push a pallet of cargo from one 60K cargo loader onto another vehicle at Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, Poland, Feb. 10. 60K aircraft cargo loaders assisted in the transport of several U.S. Army assets in support of allies and partners in the region.

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by MilitaryInGermany.com The words “Belgian chocolate” stir the imagination in a way that few other phrases do. You picture rows of delicate pralines and truffles behind pristine glass, and lose yourself in the idea that bliss lies inside each one of those small, delicious pieces.

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

(Above) Honorable Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force, shakes hands with Gen. Jeffrey Harrigian, commander of United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa, at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 8. Kendall visited the base in order to discuss USAFEAFAFRICA operations, current events at Ramstein AB and relationships with partner nations.

(Left) Honorable Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force, shakes hands with members of the Federal Parliament, at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 8. Kendall met with Ramstein AB leaders and members of the federal parliament to discuss topics of mutual interest and future ways to work together.

Honorable Frank Kendall, Secretary of the Air Force, center, stands for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 8. Kendall met with the command team of U.S Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa and members of the German Federal Parliament to discuss ongoing operations and the relationship between U.S. Air Force personnel and the host nation.

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OSI Det 501, French law enforcement team up Story and photos by Senior Airman Taylor Slater 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Members of the Office of Special Investigations Detachments 501, 515, and 538 and French law enforcement partnered up for the first time in a three-day subject matter expert engagement from Jan. 11-13, sharing tactics, techniques and strategies with each other.

Detachment 501 and members of French units “Recherche, Assistance, Intervention, Dissuasion” (Search, Assistance, Intervention, Deterrence), or RAID, and Groupe d'intervention de la Gendarmerie Nationale, or National Gendarmerie Intervention Group (GIGN), specialize in protective service details as well as critical law enforcement operations in highrisk circumstances or areas, helping lead to a team-up nearly two years in the making.

“It’s a very rare opportunity,” said Special Agent Christopher Santiago, OSI Detachment 501 special agent-in-charge and personal security advisor to the commander of United States Air Forces Europe - Air Forces Africa. “Most of the time you don’t get to meet anybody like them because of the nature of their jobs, and it’s the same thing for us.”

Training engagements such as these help prepare the groups for future real-world scenarios where they may have to collaborate as well as build confidence and understanding of each other’s capabilities.

“It’s important to do the training now so that when the time comes we can be interoperable and operate together globally,” said Col. Terrence Joyce, Office of Special Investigations

5th Field Investigations Region commander.

The main activities of the engagement were spread out through three days. On the first day, the two groups practiced VIP protection strategies at the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility. The groups fired different types of guns, progressing from M-11s to MP-5 and M-4s.

The group drove to a law enforcement vehicle training facility on the second day where they conducted several scenarios involving protecting VIPs in a vehicle. Snowfall also added an unexpected challenge for the group.

The final day consisted of a closed-door briefing where they exchanged best practices for VIP protection in high threat areas, with specific events related to real world events in recent history.

With both agencies often tasked with organizational responsibilities, the partnership was initially difficult to come to fruition.

“The exchange was difficult to schedule due to constant realworld, operational responsibilities,” Santiago said. “However, since it was of great importance to all the partners involved, they utilized the one week everyone was free during a six month period.”

Despite the business of all parties involved, Santiago hopes to have the three units engage on a more frequent basis.

“We’re all sharing knowledge, experience, different training tactics and techniques,” Santiago said. “All these different things we’ve learned over the course of our years is allowing us to have a really good exchange between the three organizations.”

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Members of Office of Special Investigations Detachments 501, 515 and 538 and French law enforcement pose for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11. Members from all three units shared tactics and strategies to help prepare for future real-world scenarios.

Members of Office of Special Investigations Detachment 501 and French National Law Enforcement conduct shooting exercises at the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance in Pulaski Barracks, Jan. 11. The groups fired different types of guns while they practiced VIP protection techniques, progressing from Sig Sauer M-11s to Heckler and Koch MP-5s and MP-4s.

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FEBRUARY 7 5:21 a.m.: Major traffic collision in Sembach 7:08 a.m.: Major traffic collision in Enkenbach-Alsenborn 4:44 p.m.: Damage to government property on Kapaun Air Station FEBRUARY 8 6:04 p.m.: Damage to personal property in Kapaun Air Station FEBRUARY 9 10:45 a.m.: Fire response on Vogelweh Main Base 2:50 p.m.: Major traffic collision near Pirmasens FEBRUARY 10 9:56 a.m.: Abandoned vehicle in Rodenbach

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FEBRUARY 11 6:46 a.m.: Major traffic collision in Kaiserslautern 7 p.m.: Possession of a controlled substance in Moers FEBRUARY 12 2:09 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Landstuhl 3:02 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Ramstein-Miesenbach 3:29 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Landstuhl 6:38 a.m.: Theft from a motor vehicle in Kaiserslautern 10:15 a.m.: Theft in Kaiserslautern FEBRUARY 13 2:22 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Kaiserslautern 7:50 a.m.: Driving under the influence/ minor traffic collision in Hornbach

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.

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Please contact the following recycling centers for additional information: Ramstein Recycle Center: Bldg# 2045, North of the Southside Fitness Center COMM: 0162-2903316 Kapaun/Vogelweh Recycle Center: Bldg# 2820, Across from Vehicle Registration DSN: 480-4191 or COMM: 01739192184

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ATTN: Those packing up and 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 three weeks before moving to begin the booking process.

Mask wear in fitness centers As a reminder, face masks are required when moving from station to station and when not actively exercising.

Satellite Pharmacy at Kaiserslautern Military Community Center The Ramstein Clinic Satellite Pharmacy is now open on Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m on the second floor of the KMCC. The pharmacy provides an opportunity for beneficiaries to retrieve medications during the weekend. This will be a great benefit for those who have difficulty getting to the clinic during its operating hours. The hours may be expanded in the future as the clinic transitions to this new operation.

RAO is in need of steadfast volunteers and a new director.

The RAO is in need of more volunteers to help perform administrative duties. Your Retiree Activities Office (RAO) has relocated to Building 2118, Room 138, on Ramstein Air Base.

The RAO exists to support, unite, and enhance the lives of retired military and DoD civilians, veterans, family members, and active duty in our community through positive volunteerism.

All retirees (regardless of service affiliation), surviving spouses, separated veterans, and service members preparing to retire can receive assistance and guidance from the RAO on numerous topics and concerns. Staff members are appointed by the Director and perform administrative duties in the RAO. The office is now open Tue-Thu, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The goal is to open the doors every business day and serve the largest retired community outside the United States. For more information please send an email to 86aw.rao@us.af.mil

LRMC information As you may have heard, due to rising numbers of COVID-19 infections, Germany has revised the Infection Protection Act, which is applicable to U.S. Forces in Germany in accordance with Article 54 of the NATO-SOFA Supplementary Agreement. In the revision, workplace access is restricted to vaccinated, recovered or tested employees. In light of the revised act, we want to remind our communities that testing capabilities at military treatment facilities are reserved for official purposes and individuals who present medical symptoms.

Unit Leaders who have questions regarding the revised act should reference Force Health Protection Guidance (Supplement 23) which established COVID-19 screening testing for unvaccinated individuals.

COVID-19 updates for KMC Looking for updated information regarding coronavirus and changes to base facilities? Visit www.ramstein.af.mil/ COVID-19/

Cough and Cold Clinic Current hours Mon-Fri, 8-10 a.m., walk-in only. Bldg. 2121, 1st floor MSOC Clinic, enter side door. Ages: AD and dependents 16+

Registry of Motor Vehicles operating hours update The USAREUR-AF Registry of Motor Vehicles customer service desk located in building 216 on Sembach Kaserne is again open Fridays. Operating hours on Fridays are 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Air Force official photos Head and shoulders appointments are available Wednesdays, with appointments for full-length photos on Fridays. To schedule photos, please visit Ramsteinstudio.setmore. com/services.

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86 MUNS: Amazon of explosives

U.S. Army Cpl. Tremier Cook, 66th Transportation Company motor transportation operator, left, and Staff Sgt. Ray Brown, 66 TC motor transportation squad leader, right, assigned to Kleber Kaserne, await munitions cargo placement for a long-haul transport at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 4. Airmen from the 86th Munitions Squadron safely place crates with munitions cargo on semi trucks for Cook and Brown to transport to another base.

Story and photos by Airman Jared Lovett 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs What is the world’s greatest Air Force without its overwhelming firepower?

Thanks to the 86th Munitions Squadron, the United States Air Force is not just all bark and no bite.

“86 MUNS is the primary airlift hub for munitions to everyone in the United States European Command,” said Tech.

Sgt. Rayvone Williams, 86 MUNS munitions control section chief.

The 86 MUNS is responsible for maintaining, storing and providing rapid shipment of combat munitions support across the European theater, in order to deter and eliminate threats to the U.S., partner nations and allies.

“Our job here is not necessarily to build the munitions like you’d see at a fighter base,” said Chief Master Sgt. Gordon Comerford, 86 MUNS superintendent. “Our job is to get them where they are needed.”

Ramstein stores, maintains and resupplies munitions for bases across Europe since not every base has the capability to store munitions.

“We have a variety of fourth and fifth generation air-to-air and air-to-ground munitions, as well as a full complement of ground-base-defense munitions,” said Master Sgt. David Hardy, 86 MUNS systems flight chief.

The stockpile management section of 86 MUNS ensures proper storage of all munitions, while the inspection section performs a periodic inspection to make sure munitions are good to go for whenever they need to be employed.

Williams says that each section relies on the other for mission success.

As the global gateway — and the only munitions airlift hub in U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa — Ramstein Air Base is able to provide rapid and agile combat munitions support through the hard work of the men and women of the 86 MUNS.

Airmen from the 86th Munitions Squadron transport a crate of munitions at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 4. 86 MUNS personnel safely placed munitions cargo on the back of a semi truck destined for another base.

(Right) 86th Munitions Squadron Airmen perform operations management duties in the munitions control room at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 4. Munitions control Airmen coordinate with all 86 MUNS personnel to maintain accountability to ensure safety of Airmen and the surrounding areas.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Lauriell Young, left, and Senior Airman Cesar Lopez, right, 86th Munitions Squadron stockpile management crew members, prepare to spot for a forklift at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 4. Spotters are the eyes of the Airmen who drive the 50k forklift, guiding them as they safely place munitions cargo on a semi truck.

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AF colonel swims a million meters, teaches importance of comprehensive fitness

by Staff Sgt. Christian Conrad Armed Forces Network - Kaiserslautern When asked how he’d characterize himself in a swimming pool, Col. Brian Thompson is quick to downplay.

“I’m definitely not Aquaman,” he laughs. “I’m more of a manatee if anything.”

But after finishing out 2021 with a million meters swam, the equivalent of swimming the English Channel 30 times over, Thompson is more than deserving of the Aquaman moniker, however at odds with his characteristically down-to-earth attitude towards his own accomplishment.

“If I’d impart any advice to a service member who’s struggling with gathering up the motivation to achieve their goals, it’d be, ‘If Colonel Thompson can do it, then you can too,’” he said.

At 54, Thompson is the first to note his body has lost some of its elasticity over the years, preferring to swim over higher-impact forms of cardio like running in an effort to safeguard his joints.

The nature of Thompson’s work as Third Air Force’s staff judge advocate also makes high demand of his time, often forcing the former high school and college swimmer to start his days during the morning’s wee hours to fit in a workout.

“There are definitely days where I’m basically dragging myself to the pool in the morning—it can be a slog,” he said.

“The importance of finding something you can feel passionate about is really what makes the difference, though. The connection between the mind and body is what will keep you powering through during times of struggle—and not just during trips to the gym or pool. If your body’s

U.S. Air Force Col. Brian Thompson, Third Air Force staff judge advocate, participates in a 12.5 mile open water swim Oct. 7, 2019, in the waterways and harbor of Charleston, South Carolina. In 2021, Thompson swam more than a million meters in the Ramstein Aquatic Center on Ramstein Air Base.

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fit, it tends to help push the mind to that same level of fitness, and vice versa.”

According to a recent study by Frontiers in Psychiatry, those with an active lifestyle prove to be 60 percent less likely to develop anxiety than those who live a more sedentary lifestyle over a 21-year period.

That, combined with the Air Force’s priority of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness — a commitment to holistic improvement of oneself related to the philosophy’s “pillars” of social, mental, spiritual and physical well-being — paints a picture in which each facet of a person’s health impacts one another and is important both in and of itself as well as a component within a larger, interconnected system.

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Joanne Bass also touched on the importance of keeping one’s CAF pillars strong in a recent post on her social media.

“When (one of the CAF pillars) are off, we tend to be out of balance,” she said in the post. “Think about what fuels you, both intrinsically and outwardly, and try to get more of that in. Rest, connect with others, find some good hobbies and remember what you fuel your mind and body with matters.”

For Thompson, swimming has long been a passion, something he says he has always found to have a natural inclination for. Though, beyond the physical aspect of such a Herculean accomplishment, Thompson claims much of the million meters came naturally — a side effect of simply doing something he loves.

With the right mindset, swimming and other forms of exercise can go beyond being just a simple way to stay fit, he said.

“When I’m swimming, it’s more than ‘Okay, twenty more laps and I can indulge that sweet tooth of mine,’” Thompson continued.

“It’s a way for me to process my day, think about what I have to do… It can be very meditative in that way, and it’s something I wish for all service members to find that thing they’re passionate about and let it be all it can be for them.”

With his goal of swimming a million meters now completed and in his rearview, Thompson shows no sign of slowing down, even planning a 12.5-mile swim in the summer off the Florida Keys and, further off, his bucket list item of swimming the 20.5-mile English Channel.

As he puts it: “A day might come where I’ll have to take my foot off the gas with my swimming, but it’s not today. As long as it remains something that brings me joy, I’m going to continue with it as long as I can.”

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Natasha McCracken, Third Air Force paralegal manager, presents a congratulatory card and treats to Col. Brian Thompson, 3rd AF staff judge advocate, Dec. 15, 2021, at Ramstein Air Base. That morning, Thompson completed his year-long goal of swimming a million meters at the Ramstein Aquatic Center.

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Air Force’s Daniel ‘Chappie’ James Jr. was first black 4-star general

by Katie Lange Department of Defense News There are numerous Black American service members who broke barriers and could be highlighted during Black History Month.

This Feb. 11, however, would have been the 101st birthday of Air Force Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr., the first Black man to become a four-star general in any U.S. military branch.

James died shortly after he left service in 1978, but his accomplishments are worth celebration. As an airman who served in three wars, James overcame extreme poverty, racism and segregation — including in the military — to become a skilled tactician in combat and a steady-handed leader whose speeches on patriotism and the American way were highly regarded.

Humble beginnings James was born Feb. 11, 1920, in Pensacola, Florida, and was the youngest of 17 children. His dad was a laborer at a gas company and his mother was a teacher.

When James was young, his mother decided she would teach her own children because she wasn’t impressed with the quality of education at the local segregated public school, according to an Air Force Magazine article. She started her own school, which gradually attracted other neighborhood kids.

According to the article, she ran the school for 52 years until she died at the age of 82.

One of the most memorable things she taught her pupils was to never quit. Clearly, her youngest son took that to heart.

From dreams to reality As a Black child in the segregated south, James wasn’t sure what type of job he would one day be able to get, but he grew up watch-

Air Force Lt. Gen. Daniel James III receives the Distinguished Flying Cross from his father, Air Force Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr., for his actions during the Vietnam War. Courtesy photo

ing the takeoffs and landings at nearby Pensacola Naval Air Station, which gave him the dream of being a pilot. Chappie, as they called him — a nickname that was his brother Charles’ until Charles passed it down to him – graduated high school in 1937. At 6’4” and 250 pounds, the athletic teen earned himself a football scholarship to the famed Tuskegee Institute in Alabama.

According to Air Force historian Howard E. Halvorsen, James was expelled from his academic studies at Tuskegee his senior year for going on too many “escapades” that were frowned upon by the institution.

However, he was still able to attend the Civilian Pilot Training Program offered through Tuskegee. It was one of the first training opportunities offered to minorities.

James graduated from the program in March 1942 with his civilian pilot certification. He did eventually earn a bachelor’s degree from Tuskegee, too, Halvorsen said, but he didn’t get that until 1969 when the school awarded him the degree based on the many credit hours he’d earned during his military career.

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James met his wife, Dorothy Watkins, while they were both enrolled at Tuskegee. They married on the campus in November 1942 and had a daughter and two sons.

The oldest of the two sons, Daniel James III, went on to have his own illustrious Air Force career.

James stayed at Tuskegee as a civilian instructor pilot for the Army Air Corps Aviation Cadet Program until January 1943, when he joined the program himself. He was commissioned into the Army Air Corps the following July; however, he was never sent overseas to fight in World War II after he completed his fighter pilot combat training. Instead, he spent the next several years training cadets in the U.S. Combat capable When the Air Force began implementing its desegregation plan in 1949, James was finally sent overseas. He was assigned to the 18th Fighter Wing’s 12th FighterBomber Squadron, an integrated unit in the Philippines. James later told his son that very few white service members initially talked to him, but he persisted anyway.

James was sent to Korea in July 1950 and completed 101 combat missions during his deployment. A year later, he was back in the U.S. and working his way up the ranks, including a stint at the Pentagon.

By the time Vietnam began, he

was a colonel. In June 1967, James deployed to Ubon Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, where he was named vice commander of the 8th Tactical Fighter Wing. The unit was under the command of then-Col. Robin Olds, who James knew from working at the Pentagon.

James flew 78 combat missions into North Vietnam and helped Olds to plan and lead the famed Operation Bolo in January 1967. In what’s often considered the greatest air battle of the war, U.S. fighters destroyed seven enemy MiG-21 aircraft during Bolo, which was the highest total kill of any air mission during Vietnam. The mission, which saw no U.S. losses, is how the 8th TFW earned its nickname “The Wolf Pack” — because Olds told his pilots they would be “wolves in sheep’s clothing.”

Steady under pressure After returning to the U.S., James served as vice commander of the 33rd Tactical Fighter Wing at Eglin Air Force Base. He was persistent, tactically skillful and seen as a steady combat leader — attributes that earned him his next role as the commander of the 7272nd Fighter Training Wing at Wheelus Air Base in Libya. It was August of 1969, and Muammar Gadhafi had just successfully overthrown the Libyan king. The U.S. had agreed to turn Wheelus over to the Libyans prior to the coup, and James was responsible for the withdrawal. He kept a cool head despite the tensions, which led to a successful and conflict-free drawdown.

“James’ leadership and diplomatic skills were put to full use in that delicate situation in which the new anti-Western, radical Libyan leader sought to expel the Air Force,” Halvorsen later said.

“Back home, James’ speeches on Americanism and patriotism were so well regarded, many were read into the Congressional Record.”

Military officials had begun to take notice of his public speaking skills when James was at Eglin.

After Libya, he was tapped to be a deputy assistant secretary of defense for public affairs. When he took the job in March 1970, he was also promoted to brigadier general,

making him the first Black general in the Air Force.

In September 1974, James took over as vice commander of the Military Airlift Command based at Scott Air Force Base,Illinois. He had been promoted twice by this time, attaining his third star as lieutenant general.

Making history … again On Sept. 1, 1975, James was officially promoted to the rank of fourstar general, becoming the first Black man to attain that rank in the U.S. military.

“If my making an advancement can serve as some kind of spark to some young Black or other minority, it will be worth all the years, all the blood and sweat it took in getting here,” James said upon earning that fourth star.

Along with the promotion came the position of commander in chief of North American Aerospace Defense Command, which gave him operational command of all U.S. and Canadian strategic aerospace defense forces.

In December 1977, James took over as special assistant to the U.S. Air Force chief of staff, but he retired two months later on Feb. 1, 1978, for health reasons. Sadly, James died on Feb. 25 — 24 days later — due to a heart attack. The 58-year-old was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.

Legacy James’ successes earned him numerous military and national accolades throughout his career, including the George Washington Freedom Foundation Medal in 1967 and 1968. He was also awarded honorary Doctor of Laws degrees from at least five higher-education institutions — along with his Tuskegee degree.

James’ name lives on across the military, but perhaps most notably at the institution at which his career started. In May 1987, Tuskegee University dedicated the Gen. Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. Center for Aerospace Science and Health Education to the general.

The center includes the James Center Arena, where the school’s basketball teams currently play.

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521 AMOW, 435 AGOW offload soldiers, cargo in Poland Photos by Senior Airman Taylor Slater 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

A Boeing 747 aircraft is marshaled into its spot at Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, Poland, Feb. 8. Multiple aircraft were deployed in support of NATO allies including commercial and C-17 Globemaster III aircraft.

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 435th Contingency Response Group waits for further instruction on a C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 62nd Airlift Wing from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, at Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, Poland, Feb. 8.

Approximately 150 personnel from the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing deployed to support NATO allies and partners, specializing in combat communications, air traffic control, cargo transportation and airfield management.

A soldier assigned to the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division waits for further instruction at RzeszówJasionka Airport, Poland, Feb. 8. The 82nd Airborne Division plans to work alongside allies to deter aggression while reinforcing the U.S. commitment to NATO and its partners for peace.

A pilot from the 4th Airlift Squadron from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, displays his patch at Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, Poland, Feb. 8. Multiple C-17 Globemaster III aircraft assigned to the 62nd Airlift Wing deployed to transport members of the 82nd Airborne Division to their destination in support of allies and partners in the region.

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A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 435th Contingency Response Group speaks with a member of Polish Border Control at Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, Poland, Feb. 8. As NATO partners, the U.S. regularly exercises with Polish forces to improve collective readiness, interoperability, and their relationship. This photo has been edited for operational security purposes.

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National Children’s Dental Health Month: Braces

by Airman 1st Class Jessica Clanton 86th Dental Squadron For children, everything around them is in constant motion. Among these things are their teeth. A common misconception many people take after is the effectiveness of braces after youth. The fact of the matter is applying braces well into your adult years can cause more harm than damage.

In young mouths, the teeth are still moving and have not established their permanent roots.

This allows for easier placement and manipulation of said teeth.

This also allows for better results after the braces are removed.

Anyone who cycles through their time of wearing braces are highly encouraged to wear their retainer to keep the teeth in position, but for children, this is much more of a subject due to the more frequent movement of their teeth.

The early preteen years, somewhere between the ages of ten to fourteen, are the most ideal years to attach braces. The jawbone is much softer between these ages, allowing for easier movement and adjustments.

Although this time period may be ideal, some patients may have to

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Usually, after these years, the jawbone hardens and the teeth move into their more cemented positions. This complicates the process of doing any more work on them after placement.

The teeth may fall out because of the “uprooting” of the teeth that tends to happen when braces are applied into adult years.

Uprooting can unfortunately promote the unhealthy eruption of these adult teeth, which are not commonly known to grow back. It is important to take all necessary measures to protect adult teeth.

When you think about braces, you commonly think about the traditional wire and brackets that are cemented onto your teeth. Within the past decade, you can see patients opt into wearing an invisible type of braces more often. These new types of braces are sets of personalized trays that gradually shift the patients bite into alignment. The purpose of these braces allows the patient to have more of an esthetic look compared to a mouth full of metal. Although these braces look better, this puts a lot of responsibility onto the patient as they are in charge of actually

cleaning and proper wearing.

Contrary to popular belief, more dental professionals recommend the use of personalized retainers as opposed to the widely advertised “one size fits all” retainers. The latter fail to provide any real retention for the teeth and are much less effective in providing the service it is meant to provide. The purpose of a retainer is to keep the teeth in the desired position that the braces shifted them into.

This puts a little extra emphasis on the type and quality of the retainer a patient should decide to wear.

For the most part, your overall health begins in the mouth.

The way a person cares for their dental health plays a large part in the operations and effectiveness of the other systems of the body. Your body works for you.

Treat it back.

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16 Sustainment Brigade, RK3 HMF Bremen’s partnership This week Sergeant Major Kamrath and a few of his fellow Sergeants Major from the German Bundeswehr RK3 HMF Bremen unit drove seven hours from Garlstedt to Smith Barracks in Baumholder. The purpose of their visit was to discuss the next year’s events between their unit and the 16th Sustainment Brigade. This continues the ongoing partnership that has created countless friendships between members of different militaries. It allows Soldiers from both sides to broaden their skill sets, learn how different allied nation’s militaries operate, and compete to earn awards whilst building camaraderie.

The partnership between these units has allowed over 200 Soldiers from the 16th Sustainment Brigade to earn German Armed Forces Proficiency Badges and Schutzenschnur Badges, collectively. These awards including physical endeavors such as running, rucking and swimming. It also includes shooting the German weapon systems to include the G36 rifle and P8 pistol. These are good ways to create friendly competitions to further both sides. Photo by 1st Lt. Alexander Harrell

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by FindItGuide.com If you have spent any time in Germany, you know that the Germans love their bottled water.

You can’t go to a restaurant without being asked “mit oder ohne Kohlensaeure” (meaning with or without gas). Having water out of a bottle in Germany is like getting refills at a restaurant in the states.

It is just standard protocol!

Germany is the country with the highest number of bottled mineral water brands (908 bottled water labels). So why do the Germans pay for water out of a bottle when it is so costly? It must be because the ground water is not drinkable, right? Au contraire! Germany is generally known as a very “green” country, especially when it comes to disposing of waste in streams and rivers. Actually, Germany disposes of excess water resources from their water supply due to the abundance of rainfall and of good aquifers. Groundwater, mostly

Is my German tap water drinkable? extracted from wells and less commonly from springs, supplies approximately 75% of all water for public water supply.

In past decades much emphasis was dedicated to improving water quality. Protecting groundwater from harmful pollutants requires the allocation of protection zones, the removal or enclosure of contaminated sites, and the implementation of increasingly stricter

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‘King of Calypso’ Harry Belafonte was WWII sailor

by David Vergun Department of Defense News Singer, songwriter, actor and social activist Harry Belafonte was in the Navy during World War II, dropping out of high school in New York City to enlist and contribute to the war effort from 1944 to 1945.

At the time, the military services were segregated. Belafonte, a Jamaican American, was assigned to Port Chicago, California, 35 miles from San Francisco.

During World War II, Black service members were not normally assigned to frontline fighting units. Rather, they were assigned mostly to supporting specialties. His job was to load military ships bound for the Pacific theater.

Just before Belafonte arrived in Port Chicago, California, a massive explosion took place, involving military ships loaded with ammunition.

About 320 people were killed — twothirds of them Black sailors.

“It was the worst homefront disaster of World War II, but almost no one knows about it or what followed,” he said.

After the tragedy, Black sailors refused to load ammunition under the same unsafe, segregated conditions that were said to have sparked the explosion. It became known as the Port Chicago mutiny. Fifty of the sailors were convicted of mutiny and sentenced to prison. Most were not released until months after the war ended.

“The Port Chicago mutiny was one of America’s ugliest miscarriages of justice, the largest mass trial in naval history, and a national disgrace,” Belafonte said. He credited television producer Ted Turner and his staff with having the courage to put the story on television.

In 1994, the Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial was dedicated to the lives lost in the disaster.

Once he completed his service in 1945, Belafonte returned to New York City. He used his GI Bill benefits to pay for his classes at The New School Dramatic Workshop, alongside future actors Marlon Brando and Belafonte’s lifelong friend Sidney Poitier.

To supplement his income while attending acting classes, Belafonte

sang at nightclubs at times backed by the music legends that included jazz musicians Charlie Parker, Max Roach and Miles Davis.

Later, he developed an interest in folk music. With guitarist and friend Millard Thomas, Belafonte made his debut at The Village Vanguard, a legendary jazz club in New York City. In 1953, he signed a contract with RCA Victor, recording regularly for the label until 1974.

Belafonte also performed during the so-called Rat Pack-era in Las Vegas. He and pianist Liberace, musician and singer Ray Vasquez, and singer Sammy Davis Jr. were featured at the Sands Hotel and Casino and the Dunes Hotel.

Belafonte’s first widely released single, which became his signature audience participation song in virtually all of his live performances, was “Matilda,” recorded on April 27, 1953.

His breakthrough album “Calypso” (1956) became the first long-playing record in the world to sell over 1 mil-

lion copies within a year.

The album introduced American audiences to calypso music and Belafonte was dubbed the King of Calypso.

Besides calypso, Belafonte recorded blues, folk, gospel, show tunes and American standards.

Belafonte was an early supporter of the civil rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s and one of Martin Luther King Jr.’s friends. Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for political and humanitarian causes, such as the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa.

He has also starred in several films, most notably “Carmen Jones” (1954), “Island in the Sun” (1957), and “Odds Against Tomorrow” (1959).

From Feb. 5-9, 1968, Belafonte guest hosted “The Tonight Show,” substituting for Johnny Carson. Among his guests were King and Sen. Robert F. Kennedy.

Belafonte, born March 1, 1927, in New York City, is now 94.

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Maj. Gen. Andrew Gebara, 8th Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center commander, speaks to an audience during a ceremony to commemorate the 8th Air Force’s 80th anniversary at Barksdale Air Force Base, LA, Feb. 1. The modern day 8th Air Force traces its lineage back to VIII Bomber Command, established on February 1, 1942, at Langley Field, VA. Photos by Staff Sgt. Bria Hughes

impressive war record during that time period, but with all the success also came sacrifices. Nearly half of the Army Air Force’s casualties in the war were suffered by 8th Air Force. Of the number of bombers and fighters lost, 33 percent were assigned to the Eighth.

Nonetheless, the dedicated warriors of 8th Air Force still garnered 17 Medal of Honor recipients ranging from general officer to enlisted ranks during World War II. And by the end of the war, the Mighty Eighth laid claim to the most aces, sorties, bomb tonnage dropped and aerial victories of the war.

“Bomber operations have and will continue to remain a vital component to U.S. strategic forces for many years to come,” said Gebara.

Over the next few decades, the Mighty Eighth would go through many expansions and modernizations and the inventory would eventually grow to encompass bombers, tankers and fighters.

“The Mighty Eighth’s longrange global strike capabilities continued to grow following WWII events,” said Lane Callaway, 8th Air Force historian.

Beginning in late 1959, the 8th Air Force gained missile systems and units, enabled to support two

legs of the nation’s nuclear triad and would soon go on to conduct conventional bombing operations in Southeast Asia from the midsixties to early seventies.

The Mighty Eighth has participated in a string of contingency operations in support of bomber assurance and deterrence missions using the world’s most advanced and equipped bombers. The role bombers played in American airpower became even more pronounced following the events of 9/11.

The 8th Air Force headquarters supported the Commander-inChief with facilities and staff expertise when President George Bush aboard Air Force One landed at Barksdale. The President addressed the nation about the “9/11” attacks from Eighth Air Force’s commander’s conference room. Afterwards, the Mighty Eighth went on to participate in Operations Noble Eagle, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom.

“One of the most significant organizational changes to date was in February 2010 when the Eighth Air Force was assigned to the new Air Force Global Strike Command,” said Callaway.

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Maj. Gen. Andrew Gebara, 8th Air Force and Joint-Global Strike Operations Center commander, left, and Senior Airman Mikayla Barber, 8th Air Force commander support staff, take part in an Air Force tradition — having the most senior and junior ranking member cut a cake during the 8th Air Force’s 80th anniversary celebration at Barksdale Air Force Base, LA, Feb. 1. Members from around 8th Air Force and the J-GSOC were in attendance to celebrate this momentous occasion.

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On Feb. 1, 1942, the heritage, honors and lineage of the “Mighty Eighth” sprung to life. The Eighth Air Force’s story began during World War II and continues today with a charge to conduct indefinite strategic deterrence anytime, anywhere in order to safeguard the United States of America.

Eighth Air Force was first activated under the designation as the VIII Bomber Command on Feb. 1, 1942, at Langley Field, Virginia, and soon moved to England under its parent unit, 8th Air Force. Later that month on Feb. 22, 1944, the United States Army Air Forces reorganized its air headquarters in Europe with 8th Air Force becoming the United States Strategic Air Forces in Europe and on the same day, the VIII BC officially became known as 8th Air Force.

From its first air combat bombardment mission conducted on July 4, 1942, through the present use of standoff precision munitions, 8th Air Force has decisively taken the air battle into the enemy’s airspace and homeland.

“Eighth Air Force has an extensive history that dates back to World War II,” said Maj. Gen. Andrew Gebara, 8th Air Force and JointGlobal Strike Operations Center commander. “Our contributions and role during the war undeniably set the bar for airpower.”

By mid-1944, Eighth Air Force had reached a total strength of more than 200,000 people, and at its peak strength, Eighth Air Force could dispatch more than 2,000 four-engine heavy bombers and more than 1,000 fighters on a single mission. For these reasons, 8th Air Force became known as "The Mighty Eighth."

The Mighty Eighth compiled an

But the Eighth Air Force of today is not just bombers anymore.

In October 2016, the 595th Command and Control Group located at Offutt Air Force Base realigned under the Mighty Eighth.

This addition brought about the E-4B aircraft, aircrew and maintainers, as well as two strategic communication and operations squadrons into Eighth Air Force.

In the near future, the Eighth will boast their newest capability — the B-21 Raider — a longrange strike bomber, named after the surprise attack against Japan during WWII in 1942 — the Doolittle Raid. The B-21 Raider will be capable of penetrating the toughest defenses to deliver precision strikes anywhere in the world.

“I am extremely proud to be part of a unit with such a unique and responsive mission,” said Gebara. “From the beginning, 8th Air Force has played a major role in our nation’s defense and security, and we will continue bridging that legacy into the future.”

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Science at Landstuhl Elementary School Kindergarten

Mrs. Wallace (right) with Joshua Nohrenberg (middle) and Maereen Beaty (left) discovering motion using inclines and ramps to move wheels.

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Ayva Freeman created different homes using pictures and snap blocks.

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2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4WD, Offroader, $39,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, +49 (0)151-1580-6354, contact@patri ot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2018 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, US, Front, 6-Speed Manual (M), $25,999 (S5390). 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 Toyota RAV4 Limited, SUV, US, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic (A), $33,999 (S5336). The Used Car Guys Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, Sedan / Saloon, $39,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, +49 (0)151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2018 Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription, SUV, US, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic (A), $39,999 (S5393). The Used Car Guys Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Escape SEL AWD, SUV, US, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic (A), $29,999 (S5169). 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!

2018 VW Passat sedan 4Motion TDI, Sedan / Saloon, $24,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Honda Civic EX-L CVT, Sedan / Saloon, $30,599. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, +49 (0)151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG 45, SUV, $52,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)170-784-0109, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Volkswagen GTI Rabbit, Hatchback, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (S-2757). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 1 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49(0)631 3679 3979, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2019 Jeep Compass Sport FWD, SUV, $26,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, +49 (0)151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGui2019 Ford Fiesta SE, Hatchback, US, de.com!

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2020 BMW X5 xDrive40i MSPORT AWD, SUV, US, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission (A), $61,999 (S5450). 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!

2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 4MATIC, Sedan / Saloon, $37,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Mustang GT 5.0L V8, Coupe, $45,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)170-784-0109, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L Plus, Sedan / Saloon, US, Front, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic (A), $39,999 (S5305). 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!

Page 23 2020 Ford Ecosport Titanium AWD 2.0L I4 Turbo, SUV, $26,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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CHOCOLATE from Page 1 It’s not a distant dream. Belgian chocolates are world-renowned, and can be found in Belgium – just a short trip away!

But with hundreds of chocolatiers and thousands of shops across Belgium, how do you know which one to pick? As with most things, the answer isn’t necessarily simple. What better mystery to unravel, however, than one involving chocolate?

Choosing the best chocolate According to Georges Doutrelepont, a Nimy, Belgium-based master chocolatier who has honed his craft for two decades, there are a few key items to consider in choosing the best chocolate.

The first, he says, is freshness.

Chocolate oxidates, so the quality of chocolate treats declines quickly. Ideally, you would buy and consume them within 10 days. So if you can’t access artisan chocolates, it is important to find a chocolatier that moves a lot of product. A great Belgian chocolate shop, for example, can be found in the often-crowded kiosk at the mall. Even then, take care to select your own chocolates and avoid buying pre-packaged boxes.

The second consideration has to do with the quality and origin of the ingredients. Doutrelepont, for instance, chooses his ingredients carefully, as they are an essential part of creating masterful chocolates. For example, his hazelnuts come from the Piedmont region of Italy and his almonds are from Portugal — among the world’s best.

But unless you are inclined to start up an ingredient origin conversation with a chocolatier (which is encouraged — you’re guaranteed a lively discussion), then you may have to rely on the third, and perhaps most important, indicator of quality: whether or not you’re buying from an individual artisan.

The power of fabricants Individual fabricants — preferably master chocolatiers with only one shop

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— are acutely aware of the tradeoffs between growth and quality, and often choose to focus on the latter.

For fabricants, chocolate-making is not a growth business. It’s a life’s work. Doutrelepont told me it took him five years to get the blends, ingredients, sources, and processes just right.

He likens chocolate-making to athletic endeavors — it requires agility (as anyone who has ever tried to make chocolate at home knows) and a level of precision that can be breathtaking when done correctly.

And while hand-crafted chocolates in and of themselves don’t guarantee anything, passionate Belgian fabricants often produce excellence. I’ve conducted taste tests — admittedly unscientific — that bear this out. There is a significant positive difference between fabricant chocolates and all others.

But we’re still talking about chocolate.

Trying a little bit of everything and seeing what you like is part of the fun. However, if you’re searching for quality, remember Doutrelepont’s advice, “A (good) chocolatier is like an artist,” he says. “It’s not so easy to find.”

Looking for one, however, is definitely worth the effort.

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Pralines & Truffles — what to know While nearly all Belgian chocolate shops carry caramels, chocolate-covered fruits, and molded chocolates (think chocolate eggs at Easter), the two traditional powerhouses are pralines and truffles.

Pralines Though “pralines” the world over contain nuts (often hazelnuts) and sugar, Belgian pralines are chocolate-covered and available in an array of shapes, fillings, and flavors.

Truffles Typically round in shape, truffles are often made without nuts, are chocolateforward in taste, and are usually filled with a delicious ganache (whipped filling of chocolate and cream).

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Due to regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, bookings and trips may be cancelled or postponed, and travel to neighboring countries may not be allowed.

Please verify the status before making plans to attend.

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

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Page 25 NOW SHOWING AT RAMSTEIN AIR BASE

AT THE MOVIES Photo by repbone / Shutterstock.com

TODAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1515, 1615, 1845, 1930 Dog (PG) 1500, 1715 Death On the Nile (PG-13) 1830 Marry Me (PG-13) 1545 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1845

ADVENTURE, ACTION

SATURDAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1145, 1415, 1645, 1915, 1930 Dog (PG) 1200, 1430, 1645 Death On the Nile (PG-13) 1145, 1645 Marry Me (PG-13) 1415, 1930 Jackass Forever (R) 1945 Sing 2 (PG) 1130, 1400 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1630

Screenshots and poster by Sony Pictures Releasing

SUNDAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1145, 1415, 1645, 1915, 1930 Dog (PG) 1200, 1430, 1645 Death On the Nile (PG-13) 1145 1645 Marry Me (PG-13) 1415, 1930 Jackass Forever (R) 1945 Sing 2 (PG) 1130, 1400 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1630

Uncharted (2022) Nathan Drake and his wisecracking partner Victor “Sully” Sullivan embark on a dangerous quest to find the greatest treasure never found while also tracking clues that may lead to Nate’s long-lost brother.

Cast: Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg, Sophia Taylor Ali Director: Ruben Fleischer

COMEDY, FAMILY

COMEDY, ACTION

Dog (2022)

Jackass Forever (2022)

With a dog named Lulu by his side, Army Ranger Briggs races down the Pacific Coast to make it to a soldier’s funeral on time.

Along the way, Briggs and Lulu drive each other completely crazy, break a handful of laws, narrowly evade death, and learn to let down their guards to have a fighting chance of finding happiness.

Celebrate the joy of a perfectly executed shot to the groin as Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O and the rest of the gang return for another round of hilarious, wildly absurd and often dangerous displays of stunts and comedy.

Cast: Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Wee Man Director: Jeff Tremaine

Cast: Channing Tatum, Skyler Joy, Aqueela Zoll Directors: Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin Poster by United Artists Releasing

Poster by Paramount Pictures

COMEDY, MUSIC, ROMANCE

CRIME, DRAMA, MYSTERY

Marry Me (2022)

Death on the Nile (2022)

Packed with original songs by Jennifer Lopez and global Latin music star Maluma, Marry Me arrives Valentine’s Day with Lopez starring as musical superstar Kat Valdez and Owen Wilson as Charlie Gilbert, a math teacher - total strangers who agree to marry and then get to know each other.

Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot’s Egyptian vacation aboard a glamorous river steamer turns into a terrifying search for a murderer when a picture-perfect couple’s idyllic honeymoon is tragically cut short.

Cast: Tom Bateman, Annette Bening, Kenneth Branagh Director: Kenneth Branagh

Cast: Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson, Maluma Director: Kat Coiro

Poster by Universal Pictures

Poster by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

MONDAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1400, 1645, 1715 Dog (PG) 1415 Death On the Nile (PG-13) 1415, 1700 Sing 2 (PG) 1430 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1630 TUESDAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1845 Dog (PG) 1830 Marry Me (PG-13) 1830 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1845 WEDNESDAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1630, 1930 Dog (PG) 1645 Death On the Nile (PG-13) 1915 Marry Me (PG-13) 1930 Redeeming Love (PG-13) 1630 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1715 THURSDAY Uncharted (PG-13) 1630, 1930 Dog (PG) 1645 Death On the Nile (PG-13) 1915 Marry Me (PG-13) 1930 Redeeming Love (PG-13) 1630 Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) 1715 Editor’s note: The movies listing was the most current at the time of publication. Dates are subject to change. Please check with your local theater for the most up-to-date schedule.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Photo by Andrey_Popov/Shutterstock.com

Due to host nation regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some community events may be cancelled or postponed. Please verify the status before making plans to attend a community event.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten The Baumholder “Iron Works” Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks, is encouraging families to register for the “1000 Books before Kindergarten Challenge.” This challenge is a Library Program that encourages all families and caregivers to read at least 1000 books with their young children before they enter Kindergarten. To register: https://usalibrar ybaumholder. beanstack.org/reader365 All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet at the Rheinlander

The Rheinlander Convention Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, now has “All You Can Eat Lunch Buffet” every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. To find out the cost, menu or more information, call 0611143-531-2888 or 531-2888 or visit baumholder.rmymwr.com.

CYS Now Hiring Child and Youth Services needs additional Child and Youth Program Assistants for the Rheinland-Pfalz Military Community to expand programming. Earn benefits such as funding for college credits, vacation, health insurance, and much more.

Even earn a FREE Child Development Associate or Youth Practicum Credential through CYS. To apply visit www.usajobs.gov.

Army Community Service “BE STRONG” Excursions The Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Army Community Service and Outdoor Recreation are partnering up to offer newly-reporting Soldiers and their families BE STRONG Excursions and German-City Day Trip vouchers now to Sept. 30. To find out the eligibility criteria, call Baumholder ACS at 531-2850 or 0611-143531-2850, or Kaiserslautern ACS at 541-9000 or 0611-143-5419000, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Friday Pool Tournament The Landstuhl Community Club hosts a pool tournament Friday, Feb. 18 at the club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. Sign-up is at 6 p.m., with the tournament beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Contestants must be 18 years or older. This is a 2G+ event. To find out about the cash prizes, call the Landstuhl Community Club at 0637186-7244 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Friday Night Karaoke at Armstrong’s Club Sing your favorite songs during Karaoke Night Feb. 18 at 9 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Singers must be ages 18 and older. During 2G+ rules, dancing will not be permitted. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com Karaoke Saturdays at Tavern on the Rock Sing your heart every Saturday night at Tavern on the Rock! Come out starting at Feb. 19 at 9 p.m. and show off your skills. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older.

During 2G+ rules, dancing will not be permitted. For more information, call the Rheinlander Convention Center, Smith Barracks BLDG 8085, at 5312890 or 0611-143-531-2887.

Thursday Night-Burger and Pizza Night at Tavern on the Rock Thursday just got better! Enjoy a burger, fries and coleslaw for $15, or a pepperoni and cheese pizza for $11, Feb. 24 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. While there, join in on the fun and play a round of trivia at Trivia Night, from 6 to 9 p.m. This is a 2G+ event. Tavern on the Rock (Inside Rheinlander convention Center) Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Thursday Night Trivia at Tavern on the Rock Do you have an uncanny ability to remember dates, names, places, and other random knowledge? Assemble your team and head to the Tavern on the Rock Feb. 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. to win bragging rights and a prize. Open to ID cardholders and their guests, ages 18 and older. This is a 2G+ event. For more information, call the Rheinlander Convention Center, Smith Barracks BLDG 8085, at 531-2890 or 0611-143-531-2887.

“Into the Woods” Performances KMC Onstage presents “Into the Woods” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 11, 12, 18, 19, 25 and 26, and 2 p.m.

Sunday, March 13, 20 and 27 at the KMC Onstage Main Stage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. This is a G2 event. Calling in advance to reserve tickets is highly encouraged. For more information, call 483-6626 or 06314116626, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

“All You Can Eat Wings” The Landstuhl Community Club is having an “All You Can Eat Wings” special March 16 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. This special only applies to bone-in wings. Cost is $15 per person.

For more information, call 486-7244 or 06371-86-7244, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Baumholder Warrior Zone hosts Cornhole Tournament The Baumholder Warrior Zone hosts a Cornhole Tournament Feb. 20 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Warrior Zone, Bldg.

8218 on Smith Barracks. Entrance fee is $10 per player. Individuals will need to complete a pre-registration form prior to event to facilitate bracket planning. For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 5312912 or 06111435312912 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Boys and Girls Clubs of America Art Show The Child and Youth Services are hosting the free Annual Boys and Girls Clubs of America Art Show from Feb. 22 to Feb. 25 in the ballroom at the Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. The opening ceremony is Feb. 22 at 5 p.m. The art show will showcase 2D and 3D artwork, movies and music productions, with first-place pieces submitted to the BGCA National Contest in Atlanta. For more information, call 486-8658 or 0637186-8658 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Red, White and Screaming Comedy Show Erin Crouch will host another Comedy Club at Kazabra for the “Red, White and Screaming Comedy Show” Feb. 25 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Headliner is Chicago-native comedian, Matt Castellvi, and special guest comedian is Josh Piv. Cost is $10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 2G+ rules apply. For more information, call 489-7261 or 015222524450.

Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Performances KMC Onstage Studio Shows presents Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Friday, Feb. 25 and March 4

at 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 26 and 27, and March 5 and 6 at 2 p.m. in the Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center, Bldg. 3109 on Daenner Kaserne. Cost is $12 for adults, and $10 for youth and seniors. This is a modern adaption. 2G rules apply.

Please call KMC Onstage to reserve your tickets in advance at 483-6626 or 06314116626. Find more information at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Spring Youth Sports Registration Registration for the U.S. Army’s spring youth sports season is open now until Feb. 28 or when teams are full.

Sports available are baseball, golf, softball, soccer, and track and field and are for ages 5 to 15. Cost is $65.

A Health Assessment/Sports Physical must be on file prior to initial practice.

For more information or to register, contact Parent Central Services, Bldg.

162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, by calling 541-9065/9066/9067 or 0611143-541-9065/9066/9067 or visiting kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

“Adventures in Bookland” Come on an “Adventure in Bookland” with the Landstuhl Library. The Landstuhl Library is hosting a free “Adventures in Bookland” March 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at the library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post.

Arrive dressed as your favorite book character for a chance to be entered into the raffle at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 06371-86-7322 or 486-7322, or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

MAKERMANIA! at the Baumholder Library The Baumholder Library is hosting MAKERMANIA! March 12 at 1 p.m. at the Library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. Each month will focus on a Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art or Math theme.

For more information, call 5312841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

2022 Spring Season Youth Sports Registration for the spring season for youth sports for the Baumholder community is open now until March 13. Sports offered are baseball, ages 5 to 15, and Track & Field, ages 8 to 15, which cost $60. Skill Development Clinics cost $45 and are for golf, ages 8 to 15, and Archery, ages 9 to 18.

Sports physicals/health assessments must be on file and current in order to participate. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

2022 Start Smart Spring Season Registration for the spring season for Start Smart soccer and T-Ball for the Baumholder community is open now until March 13. Both sports are for ages 3 to 4. Start Smart is a Child/ Parent interactive program led by a CYS Sports & Fitness Specialist. Cost is $25. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www. webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Unit Level Volleyball Season The USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Unit Level Volleyball Season kicks off March 15.

The season ends April 28. The coaches meeting is March 7 at 7 p.m. at the Kleber Kaserne Fitness Center, Bldg.

3235/3234. For more information, call 493-2087 or 0631-411-7610, or visit Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

ACS Job Fair

Army Community Service is hosting a Job Fair March 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hall of Champions Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. This is a job fair where ID card holders will be able to network with more than 15 Government agencies that have positions to fill, such as DECA, DODEA, Family and MWR, 21st TSC and many more. For more information, call 5312850 or 0611-143-531-2850, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Car PCS Cleaning Service The Pulaski Automotive Skills Center offers PCS cleaning services that includes the inside, outside, and under the hood and carriages of vehicles.

This service is guaranteed to pass the agricultural inspections for customers who are shipping POVs to their next duty destinations. For more information, call 493-4167 or 0631-3406-4167, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

U.S. Army Digital Photography Contest Get ready to submit your best photos until March 15 in the 2022 U.S. Army Digital Photography Contest. The two divisions are active duty and other eligible patrons. The seven categories are: animals; design elements; digital darkroom; military life; nature and landscapes; people; and, still life. Learn more at https://www.armymwr.com/ programs-and-services/arts-crafts/ digital-photo-contest.

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