Kaiserslautern American - January 15, 2021

FEATURE

Airlifter of the Week: The spice of life, Page 6

FEATURE

COVID-19 vaccine: What’s your reason? Pages 12-13

NEWS

Reaffirming US military commitment to North Africa, Page 17

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NEWS

CFC 2020: Pushing for a strong finish, Page 18

LIFESTYLE

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

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691 COS boost morale with eSports tournament

by Senior Airman Milton Hamilton 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The 691st Cyberspace Operations Squadron held an electronic sports (eSports) tournament for U.S. Air Forces in EuropeAir Forces Africa Airmen, Dec. 5, 2020.

“Our most important goal was to connect Airmen during COVID19 and to create a platform where Airmen can just have fun,” said Capt. Gregory Huete, 691st COS operations flight commander. “We see eSports as a great way to stay connected during the pandemic, to build a community and to then launch that community even further once the pandemic subsides.”

The tournament encompassed 156 matches from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., with 29 teams and 115 players from over three countries and 26 USAFE-AFAFRICA-based organizations.

Members of the Hellhound Gamers, the 691st Cyberspace Operations Squadron’s eSports team, pose for a photo at an eSports tournament in Leipzig, Germany, January 2020.

After attending a massive tournament in 2019, the 691st COS created an official U.S. Air Force Gaming organization to attend future tournaments.

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See ESPORTS, Page 5

by Kelly Sanders 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Leaders from Ramstein Air Base hosted a virtual Town Hall Monday to address Germany’s extended lockdown measures and the base’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts.

With COVID-19 cases trending in the wrong direction, German officials announced more restrictive mitigation measures effective Jan. 11 and lasting until the end of the month. Four wing leaders

went live via Ramstein’s Facebook page to provide an overview and answer questions.

Further limiting social contacts is a cornerstone of the newest effort to curb the spread. 86th Airlift Wing Command Chief Hope Skibitsky told those tuning in that members should reduce social gatherings to one household plus a maximum of one additional person not living in that household.

“We know that extended lockdowns can weigh heavily on people; it adds stress to everyone.

We just need to support one another and continue to find ways to [virtually] connect,” said Skibitsky.

Brig. Gen. Josh Olson, 86th AW commander, clarified that social gatherings differ from workplace settings. The state permits employees to continue working in locations that remain open and operating. However, Olson said the base continues to encourage teleworking and split shifts as See VIRTUAL TOWN HALL, Page 2

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Ramstein leaders discuss extended lockdown, COVID-19 vaccine

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COMMENTARY: Pearls of leadership philosophy

by Lt. Col. Angela Albrecht 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron Commander I’ve been in positions of leadership most of my career, and during those years, I’ve learned extensively about the difference, in my opinion, between a bad leader and a good leader. Some of those lessons I learned the hard way, through trial and error and humbly overcoming those mistakes. But most were through observing those I thought to be great leaders whose example I vowed to follow. The following are a few pearls of leadership philosophy that I’ve gathered along this journey.

VIRTUAL TOWN HALL from Page 1 much as feasible, minimizing inperson meetings, shrinking close contact circles, and wearing face coverings to promote a safe and healthy work environment.

Another change applies to travelers returning from a high risk area. Skibitsky explained that Rheinland-Pfalz now requires travelers to take a COVID-19 test either 48 hours before, or immediately after, returning to Germany. A quarantine is still required even if the test returns a negative result.

A detailed list of guidelines impacting the Kaiserslautern Military Community can be found in the English translation of Rheinland-Pfalz Ordinance 15. That document and many of the most relevant changes are summarized on Ramstein’s COVID-19 page.

As a leader, it’s important to know who you are and the values and rules that you will abide by, regardless of the circumstances you face. It is your duty as a leader to both know and openly communicate those values and rules of engagement with the people you lead. This creates an atmosphere of certainty, trust and transparency. For example, it’s imperative that I develop and communicate with my squadron members my “red lines” — circumstances or events for which I have absolutely ZERO tolerance for: DUI/DWI, illegal drug use, sexual harassment and discrimination. By being upfront with these expectations, my squadron will immediately understand that there will be consequences should these red lines get crossed; there is no element of surprise or excuses.

Leaders must lead with integrity, as well as by example. Leading by the “do as I do rather than just as I say” philosophy establishes credibility and reinforces trust.

Good leaders listen without being condescending and willing to hear what others have to say with-

out rushing to judgment. Always seek feedback from your commander, your subordinates and your peers. This 365-degree look provides valuable insight into your leadership style and potential areas for improvement. Also, good leaders are honest and forthright with their people; they communicate openly and often, with their commander, subordinates and peers, to provide that same valuable and critical performance feedback and share ideas.

Leaders must maintain good order and discipline, with a genuine desire to help the people they lead to improve. If reprimand is necessary, do it without anger and relay feedback in a direct, yet respectful way. Remember, it’s the behavior that needs correcting. “Punish in private. Praise in public.” Always hold yourself and your people accountable to a high standard.

Good leaders inspire Airmen to do great things. They give them the values and rules, set the boundaries to operate within, then encourage their people to go out, make their own choices, and give them the freedom to try new things,

even allowing them to make a few mistakes along the way so they can learn and grow from those mistakes.

Delegate! Delegate! Delegate!

Yes, it would be easier and more efficient to do it yourself, but that doesn’t allow for personal and professional growth for the people you lead. This is probably your biggest role as a leader — to groom future leaders…“Build the Bench.”

Remember, we have a mission to do. Therefore, you can’t be afraid to make demands of the people you lead. Good leaders understand it’s a mistake to be too soft, just as it’s a mistake to be too harsh; you must strike that fine balance. You need to have courage to direct people in the work that needs to get done, expressing belief or encouragement in your people’s abilities, delegate duties, and teach or correct your people along the way. Motivate each individual in your squadron to recognize their potential!

Keep everything in perspective.

Don’t rush in to make short-term decisions. Take all the facts into consideration, keep long-term

goals in view, put fixes in place today that will benefit the organization and your people both now and in the future.

Lastly, the Commander’s Inspection Program is only as good as the sensors and the operators within it. Engage, monitor and direct the inspection process.

Expect your programs to have deficiencies or performance gaps, as it demonstrates you are actively monitoring and improving your processes — “Embrace the red!”

Always have cross checks in place — “Trust but verify.” And, I recommend that you have your own squadron CIMB as one means of a cross check so that you can stay informed and current on the health of your CCIP, and be better prepared to contribute to our boss’ own Commander’s Inspection Program.

Thank you for the opportunity to share my leadership philosophy with you. Just like me, I’m sure you have also developed your own thoughts along your own journey as well. I hope that I may have opened your eyes to some new pearls to add to your arsenal.

Col. Robert Thompson, 86th Mission Support Group commander, explained that services which were shut down or impacted by the previous “lockdown light” will remain that way until Jan. 31. Personnel can visit the 86th Force Support Squadron’s website for a thorough list of status updates.

Thompson said local DODEA schools will continue remote learning for the rest of the month with Air Force Child Development centers remaining open at a reduced capacity due to staffing and COVID-19 safety protocols.

“Right now we are only able to accommodate our single and deployed Airmen families and [children of our] first responders and medical providers,” he said.

Col. (Dr.) Ryan Mihata, 86th Medical Group commander, joined the discussion with updates

about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine. Mihata has become a familiar face on Ramstein’s social media sites as he recently chronicled his experience receiving a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

A frequent question posed by commenters was how Airmen and families know when it is their turn for the COVID-19 vaccine.

At the time of the town hall, Mihata said Ramstein was in Phase 1A of the DOD phased vaccine distribution plan, which includes first responders and frontline medical personnel. The base has since transitioned to Phase 1B, which expands eligibility to different categories of people including personnel preparing to deploy, teachers, child and youth services staff, postal service staff, and food handlers.

Mihata said personnel will

be notified through their chain of command and the Ramstein Facebook page when other phases of distribution become available.

There is a chart on Ramstein’s COVID-19 vaccine page that provides additional information about the distribution phases.

Commenters also asked what to do about individuals who aren’t complying with COVID19 mitigation measures on the installation.

“A lot of what we are doing here requires good citizenship,” said Thompson. “We are asking folks to do the right thing.”

He reminded viewers that personnel are subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice if they are not abiding by the signed General Order that outlines rules for quarantine and mitigation.

Olson echoed Thompson’s sentiments, emphasizing that it is okay

to speak up if you see someone not abiding by the measures.

In closing, Olson acknowledged that an extended lockdown is not how anyone was hoping to kick off 2021, but he’s optimistic that together we, along with our host nation partners, can defeat COVID-19 and return to a sense of normalcy.

For information about upcoming Town Halls, host nation regulations, and a list of Frequently Asked Questions and installation guidance, visit https://www.ramstein.af.mil/ COVID-19/.

For information about the COVID-19 vaccine and distribution plan and list of Frequently Asked Questions, visit https://www.ramstein.af.mil/ COVID-19-Vaccine-Information/.

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KMC BLOTTER

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JANUARY 4 1:50 p.m.: Larceny of private property in Ramstein-Miesenbach JANUARY 5 9:26 a.m.: Theft in Mackenbach 11:47 a.m.: Damage to private property in Queidersbach JANUARY 6 5:50 p.m.: Animal bite in Bann JANUARY 7 3:43 p.m.: Major vehicle collision in Kollweiler 6 p.m.: Operating a USAREUR plated vehicle with expired license in Niederkirchen

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JANUARY 8 7:28 a.m.: Larceny of private property in Ramstein-Miesenbach 2:28 p.m.: Larceny of private property in Weilerbach JANUARY 9 5:20 a.m.: Major traffic collision in Kottweiler-Schwanden 12:56 p.m.: Major traffic collision in Imsweiler JANUARY 10 6:59 a.m.: Driving under the influence in Queidersbach

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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Air Force official photos The 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Office has a new process for scheduling official photos.

Visit Ramsteinstudio.setmore.com/services to schedule your official photo. Head and shoulders appointments are available Monday – Thursday, with appointments for full-length photos on Fridays.

How to manage trash exposed to COVID-19 Potentially infected garbage from private households must be disposed of in the container for non-recyclable waste (black can). This waste must be wrapped in tear- and moisture-proof sacks (e.g. plastic or garbage bags) and sealed tightly (e.g. a knot). If you have any questions regarding correct waste disposal, feel free to contact your local waste management team.

For Kaiserslautern county: abfallwirtschaft@kaiserslautern-kreis.de Phone 0631-7105-408/505 For Kaiserslautern city: kundenservice@stadtbildpflege-kl.de Phone 0631-365-1700 Medical Group holiday hours Ramstein’s Medical Group will have limited services available to patients with pre-booked appointment today, and will be closed Monday in observation of Martin Luther King Jr Day. The SICK Hotline will be available tomorrow from 7:30 a.m.-noon for symptomatic patients, deployers, and individuals previously instructed

by Public Health to test as close contacts. No testing for travel quarantine release will be conducted on these days. Please dial 06371-47-9001 (DSN 480-9001), Option 3 to speak to the SICK Hotline.

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The 2020 Annual Tenant Satisfaction Survey began on Dec. 8, 2020, and will close on Feb. 5. All KMC Housing Residents should have received an invitation to participate in the survey via email. To date, only 12% of residents have participated.

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Your participation will assist us in improving the community’s quality of life!

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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!

Post Office parcel update The U.S. Postal Service is experiencing unprecedented volume increases and limited employee availability due to the impacts of COVID-19. Capacity challenges with airlifts and trucking for

moving this historic volume of mail are leading to temporary delays. The Post Office appreciates your patience if your package is delayed.

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.

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 German-American Community Office in Kaiserslautern (located in Rathaus Nord) is still available to assist American customers with host nation-related 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.

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January 15, 2021 ESPORTS from Page 1 “Our squadron has had a gaming community of about 30 Airmen for a little over a year now, and we wanted to take it to the next level,” Huete said.

“We attended an eSports tournament in Germany with more than 20,000 gamers in 2019. The plan was to attend more in-person events and local area network parties over the year, but then 2020 happened.”

After attending a massive tournament in 2019, the 691st COS created an official Air Force Gaming organization.

“I oversaw the creation of the tournament,” said Airman 1st Class Kareem Henley, 691st COS vulnerability management operator. “I chose what games we played, built our custom server, organized the teams, created the brackets and ensured all games ran smoothly during the tournament. I was also the tournament master for Call of Duty Warzone and Apex Legends.”

During the tournament Airmen played Rocket League, Call of Duty: Warzone, APEX Legends, League of Legends and Rainbow Six Siege, across multiple gaming platforms.

“Many people don’t realize how big eSports has become in the past few years,” Huete said.

“An in-person eSports convention can draw as many people as a large sporting event and is often an all-weekend activity.”

The tournament was open to anyone who had the skills to be competitive and wanted to play.

“Nowadays it’s really hard to connect with people,” Henley said. “This tournament was a way for Airmen throughout USAFEAFAFRICA to connect while adhering to all COVID-19 restrictions.

We now have a space, a server, for Airmen in USAFE-AFAFRICA to interact and connect with individuals who share the same passion for playing video games.”

The next tournament is scheduled to take place within the next few months. The 691st COS is currently working on the specifics. The winner of the tournament had bragging rights until the next competition, but the creators of the tournament are looking to divvy out actual prizes in the near future.

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A group of approximately 20,000 gamers participate in an eSports tournament in Leipzig, Germany, January 2020. The 691st Cyberspace Operations Squadron took its eSports team, the Hellhound Gamers, to compete with the thousands of attendees.

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For more information about the 691st COS eSports Tournament or to interact with local gamers visit https://www.facebook.com/ gaming/USAFEGamers/.

An Airman celebrates a victory during an eSports tournament comprised of U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Airmen Dec. 5, 2020. The tournament encompassed 156 matches, with 29 teams and 115 players from more than three countries and 26 USAFE-based organizations.

U.S. Air Force Airmen participate in an eSports tournament throughout U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa, Dec. 5, 2020. During the tournament, Airmen played Rocket League, Call of Duty: Warzone, APEX Legends, League of Legends and Rainbow Six Siege, across multiple gaming platforms.

Members of the Hellhound Gamers, the 691st Cyberspace Operations Squadron’s eSports team, pose for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, Dec. 5, 2020. The tournament kept Airmen connected during COVID-19 and created a platform where Airmen could build a gamer community.

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Airlifter of the Week: The spice of life

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Raychil K. McBride, 496th Air Base Squadron air transportation function supervisor, has her photo taken at Morón Air Base, Spain, Dec. 9, 2020. McBride led her team through a 200% increase in operations servicing 35 aircraft, screening more than 150 passengers and transferring more than 30 tons of cargo.

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by Airman 1st Class Taylor Slater 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs For Airmen, fluidity in their career field is not only welcomed, but embraced.

“My favorite part of this job is the diversity in what we do,” said Staff Sgt. Raychil K. McBride, 496th Air Base Squadron air transportation function supervisor. “Yes, I’m air transportation, but I could also work passenger services, (on) the cargo ramp or aerial port coordination. I could sit here for 10 minutes and name all the stuff I can do.”

Whether it’s at work or at home, variety keeps this Airlifter’s spirit burning bright.

Much like McBride’s work,

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Raychil K. McBride, 496th Air Base Squadron air transportation function supervisor, screens passengers at Morón Air Base, Spain, Dec. 9, 2020. McBride was recognized as Airlifter of the Week, an award recognizing outstanding Airmen in the 86th Airlift Wing.

her interests have a wide scope, spanning from writing stories, hiking in the mountains and even riding the waves in her spare time. While she initially loved surfing because of her attraction to the ocean, her passion also developed because of the thrill of the sport.

Those emotions were further increased by McBride’s entrance into the aerial porter career field in 2014.

“I was really excited when I got this job and (the recruiter) said, ‘As an aerial porter, you can go anywhere there’s a flight line,’” McBride said. “I wanted a variety of where I could go in my assignments.”

Variety came sooner rather

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The sheer assortment of duties is why McBride loves her career. In a normal day, McBride could be servicing aircraft and training new Airmen or tasked with a short-notice mission.

“We don’t really have anything that’s routine here,” McBride said. “We’re always flexible because tasks drop out of the sky at any time,” McBride said.

On Dec. 3, 2020, 86th AW leadership recognized McBride as the Airlifter of the Week, an award recognizing outstand-

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Raychil K. McBride, 496th Air Base Squadron air transportation function supervisor, searches cargo at Morón Air Base, Spain, Dec. 9, 2020. McBride is the squadron’s primary unit deployment manager, a volunteer victim’s advocate and one of three members in her unit certified to perform aircraft services on COVID-19 missions.

ing Airmen throughout the 86th Airlift Wing. McBride is her squadron’s primary unit deployment manager, a volunteer victim’s advocate and one of three members in her unit certified to perform aircraft services on COVID-19 missions.

McBride is no stranger to short-notice tasks as well; she’s led a two-person team in servicing three missions, helping the Department of Justice execute their mission effectively.

Working with different organizations is another unusual aspect of her job, and McBride’s leadership was key in helping U.S. Marines deploy safely in October. McBride coordinated four joint inspections, oversaw a 23-member joint team and

cargo while also screening more than 700 Marines.

McBride is also a key figure in Coronet missions, where her team services fighter jets from various bases around the theater.

“The experience is different every single time because not every Coronet mission needs the same thing,” McBride said. “(The missions) run smoothly because we have a good team of people who know what they’re doing and that makes a big difference.”

McBride led her team through a 200% increase in operations servicing 35 aircraft, screening more than 150 passengers and transferring more than 30 tons of cargo. These efforts led to McBride’s recognition as Air Mobility Command’s Detachment 1 Top Performer for Coronet East 2020 by AMC Detachment 1 leadership.

McBride was quick to admit these achievements would not have been possible without the help of her team, from her supervisor to the junior-enlisted Airmen she oversaw.

“If I have questions my master sergeant always has our back and our Airmen are pretty awesome,” McBride said. “I rely on all of them. I don’t think I could have gotten this if I didn’t have a good team.”

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Update on COVID vaccine progress, flu shots

by Col. (Dr.) Ryan Mihata 86th Medical Group Commander We are now into week two of delivering the Moderna COVID vaccine into the arms of Americans in the KMC. The initial shipment was designated for Phase 1a (first responders, frontline medics, etc.); however, we have been able to expand that to start some in Phase 1b. Eligible Ramstein members in Phase 1b will be notified by their leadership. Not all installations are opening to Phase 1b yet, so this extension only applies to Ramstein. Phase 1b includes categories such as deploying members, Child Development Center staff, DODEA staff members, and food handlers on Ramstein.

There is a great information graphic on Ramstein’s COVID vaccine page located here: https:// www.ramstein.af.mil/COVID-19Vaccine-Information/.

As a reminder, the COVID vaccine is a two-dose series. The second dose should be given 28 days after the first. Vaccine administration has started across the globe.

Germany has vaccinated nearly 690,000 German citizens. They

have a similar prioritization that started with the elderly, nursing home residents and health care staff. As I have said previously, as a physician, I believe this vaccine to be safe. I received my vaccine last week and experienced no unexpected side effects. The studies show the vaccine to 94-95% effective in preventing symptomatic COVID infection and 100% effective in preventing severe infection. Although many people who get infected with COVID may have only mild symptoms, it is the long term effects of infection that I have started to think about recently. The fact that we do not know what these long term effects of COVID are is most concerning to me. What I do know is 1.9 million people have lost their lives to COVID-19, including over 371,000 Americans.

Last week we also received a decent shipment of influenza vaccine, and we have scheduled mass shot lines for Jan. 19-22, or until we run out. The shot lines will be at Hangar 3 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and we are conducting the shot lines in collaboration with our Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

partners. Let me stress that this will be “first come, first served” and the shipment received was less than our complete order. I highly recommend you come during the first day or two, as I do not know how quickly we will expend the supply. People should have at least 14 days between getting the COVID vaccine and any other vaccine, so if you are eligible for both influenza and COVID vaccines, I recommend completing the COVID series first.

COVID is the bigger health threat right now, and we still have not seen much influenza this season.

On a final note, Germany extended its lockdown restrictions to the end of the month. This included a change where a family can only gather with a single person from a different family. For single individuals, that means a group of two. For families, that means only one person not in your immediate family can meet with you (not two families). Please be aware of these increased restrictions and continue precautions. This is a global pandemic and we are still in DOD’s Stop Movement. Continue to watch your distance, wear your mask and wash your hands.

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Remote sleep studies offered for Soldiers in Europe

by Kirk Frady Regional Health Command Europe Army healthcare providers in Europe are now deploying new technology to remotely diagnose and help Soldiers suffering from sleep problems. This technology involves the use of at-home monitoring devices used to measure one’s sleep and breathing patterns.

“Home, or remote sleep testing, is one of the relatively new methods used to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea,” said Lt. Col. Matthew Rodgers, officerin-charge of the Sleep Disorders Center at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. “Sleep apnea is a common and treatable medical condition that can cause poor sleep quality for patients and bed partners as well as cause or worsen other underlying medical conditions.”

Sleep complications are fairly common in the military community and are exacerbated by the early-rise culture that can disrupt normal sleep patterns.

These complications include bouts of insomnia resulting from night operations, pre-dawn physical fitness workouts, sustained combat operations, and other such disruptions.

According to medical experts, while the ‘gold standard’ for sleep testing is the in-lab polysomnogram, home or remote testing has been used as an option for a number of years in

Sleep is one part of the Performance Triad and is necessary to perform optimally.

the civilian medical community and offers several benefits to the patient.

“Remote, or home sleep studies offer the patient several benefits,” added Rodgers. “Among those benefits are; convenience, comfort, and allowing patients to sleep in their own sleep environment/bedroom versus the

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Faced with the COVID epidemic, social distancing requirements, limited bed space and lengthy wait times for an in-house sleep study, Army medical experts at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center were forced to think outside the box and be innovative in the way they conduct sleep studies.

“It was all about access to care,” said Rodgers. “We had patients who needed a sleep study and it was not logistically feasible for all of those patients to come TDY to LRMC. Remote testing saves time and money and allows us to treat patients even at remote outlying clinics. Consider a Soldier travelling all the way from Vicenza, Italy to LRMC for sleep testing. The Soldier would have to ride a bus or drive their POV to LRMC one week and not return home until the following week. The Soldier would be away from work for a full week.

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transportation and TDY costs. For one Soldier that could easily be $10,000 dollars. That same TDY trip for one Soldier could cover the cost of two remote, or inhome sleep tests.”

“In the past year, we completed 1,300 remote sleep tests,” Rodgers added. “The remote sleep study project is relatively new with some outlying clinics just starting their operations. For example, we’ve done 33 remote sleep tests in Vicenza, 15 in SHAPE, 8 in Grafenwoehr, and 24 in Rota thus far. We expect Stuttgart to start their operations within the next week or so.”

According to medical officials, remote, or in-home, sleep studies aren’t as accurate or effective as in-patient or lab studies, but they are a good option for diagnosing most sleep-related conditions.

“The remote device does a great job of identifying moderate and severe sleep apnea,” Rodgers added. “It is less accurate, however, at diagnosing more mild

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Medical experts recommend Soldiers consult with their primary care manager if they are having sleep-related issues.

So how do Soldiers go about getting a sleep study scheduled?

“As with any specialty medical care, the patient will need a referral from their PCM to the sleep clinic,” added Rodgers.

“Our providers will then review the Soldier’s sleep symptoms and history and determine if a sleep study is indicated. We will then we jointly decide which type of sleep study is best for the individual.”

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nesby Pittman, 721st Aerial Port Squadron ramp services agent, assists with a quick-turn cargo transport using a 60k loader on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 8. A quickturn cargo movement describes a cargo load which arrives and departs within several hours.

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(Right) U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christian Lebron-Ortiz, 721st Aerial Port Squadron ramp services agent, guides a 60k loader toward a loading dock on Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 8. Specific hand movements communicate to the driver how to safely approach and position the vehicle during cargo transport.

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COVID-19 vaccine: What’s your reason?

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Caleb Rink, 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron aerospace optometry chief, states his reason for getting the COVID-19 vaccine at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Cristina Franchetti, 86th Medical Group medical staff chief, shows her reason for being vaccinated at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Manuel Medina, 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron mental health technician, gives his reason for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

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U.S. Air Force Col. Dave Duval, United States Air Forces in Europe and Air Force Africa Headquarters aerospace medicine division chief, displays his reason for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dominique Thomas, 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron physical therapy technician and Tech. Sgt. Frances Sumayop, noncommissioned officer in charge of physical therapy, show their reason for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

U.S. Air Force Maj. William Ellis, 86th Medical Operations Squadron family physician, displays his reason for getting vaccinated at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Mathew Butler, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron first sergeant, proudly shows his reason for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 11.

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On the frontlines against COVID-19: Microbiologist Nina Gruhn, a senior microbiologist in the Biological Analysis Division at Public Health Command Europe, demonstrates the COVID-19 surveillance testing process.

Nina Gruhn, a senior microbiologist in the Biological Analysis Division at Public Health Command Europe, demonstrates the COVID-19 surveillance testing process.

Story and photo by Russell Toof Regional Health Command Europe Nina Gruhn has never seen anything like COVID-19 before.

Gruhn, a senior microbiologist in the Biological Analysis Division at Public Health Command Europe, generally spends her days analyzing specimens in a laboratory.

“My day-to-day involves doing vector-borne disease surveillance, suspected rabies cases, and food and drinking water surveillance,” said Gruhn.

“We also do analysis on environmental and workplace related samples for microbiological containments.”

Gruhn had an integral role in PHCE’s involvement in the fight against the pandemic.

“Earlier this year I was tasked with setting up testing procedures and training personnel for PHCE’s COVID-19 surveillance mission,” said Gruhn.

Since May, PHCE has been performing COVID-19 surveillance testing for the Army, Air Force and Navy personnel throughout the U.S. European Command footprint, with additional support to U.S. Forces in U.S. Central Command.

Surveillance testing is conducted on people who are asymptomatic, which means the individual doesn’t show any of the symptoms.

“We were the first public health lab in the Army doing this type of testing,” said Gruhn.

“We’ve done more than 90,000 samples at this point.”

In the beginning of the outbreak, PHCE assisted Landstuhl Regional Medical Center with testing, but PHCE’s laboratory is better suited for a large volume of surveillance efforts.

PHCE’s laboratory is an accredited full-service public health laboratory.

PHCE was able to reprioritize its mission and trained Soldiers from other specialties, such as veterinarians, food inspection specialists, and environmental health and engineering officers, to assist with the surveillance testing.

“With the surveillance testing program, we ensure critical missions can be performed, such as personnel deploying or going into a training environment,” said Gruhn. “Our results also help allow service members, civilians and families to PCS (permanent change of station) without jeopardizing the health and wellbeing of others.”

Gruhn’s position allows her to always educate herself on best practices.

“The best part of this job is that I can continually research and implement the most efficient methods to continually improve our testing capabilities here at Public Health Command Europe,” said Gruhn.

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Historically this has balanced out to where the civilian does not notice these ups and downs through their course of ownership.

Example 1

Active Duty E-7 with dependents Purchase Price: €240,000 Maximum OHA: €1400/month Utility allowance: €703€/month At the time of this writing the maximum allowance for an E-7 in the Kaiserslautern area of Germany was €1400 per month for housing plus an automatic payment of €703 per month for utilities. This amount may have changed.

When someone buys a home for €240,000, the military will pay the mortgage via their OHA for 10 years. The easiest way to calculate this is to know that there are 120 months in 10 years. With that

being said, you can simply divide the purchase price of €240,000 by 120. €240,000 / 120 = €2000 This member would be allowed to take €2000 per month for the purchase of the home. Since the allowance is €1400, the allowance will be maxed out and pay €1400 per month for 10 years. As the military member progresses in rank, the monthly OHA can increase up to the calculated maximum of €2000 per month.

In addition to this €1400 per month, the member will automatically take the €703 per month utility allowance.

Example 2

Active Duty O-4 with dependents Purchase Price: €165,000 Maximum OHA: €1670 month Utility Allowance: €703 month € 165,000 / 120 = €1375 per month An O-4 with dependents buys a

home for €165,000. She has a cap of €1670 per month plus €703 for her utilities.

By using the same formula as in example 1 (purchase price / 120) you will see that she will take €1375 per month.

This less than her cap of €1670. If her goal was to maximize her OHA, she would need to buy a more expensive home.

Example 3

GS 11 with 1 dependent Purchase Price: €300,000 Maximum LQA: $49,000 per year or $4,083 per month For this example we will use a civilian that receives LQA. He is a GS-11 with 1 dependent that receives $49,000 per year. This is different than a military member because his allowance is offered in USD rather than Euro.

The first thing that is done is his purchase price is converted from

USD to Euro based on the date of the purchase. The conversion of .732 will be used for this example. €300,000 / .732 = $409,836 Once we have the dollar figure for this purchase, we are able to calculate the monthly allowance in the same manner as for military members, but in USD. $409,836 / 120 = $3415 per month This leaves him with $668 per month remaining in his LQA to cover utilities.

These calculations have nothing whatsoever to do with the financing amount of your home or the monthly loan payment. You could pay cash for your home and you would still receive this allowance based on these calculations.

There are many other aspects to be discussed regarding the OHA/LQA regulations and what costs can be included. This article is meant simply to show the basis on which these calculations are made.

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Remembering medics who served: Navy Hospital Corpsman John E. Kilmer

by Katie Lange Department of Defense News Medics are vital members of the team when you’re in battle.

When casualties are mounting, their skills are crucial to helping service members survive.

While serving as a hospital corpsman in Korea, Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class John E. Kilmer gave his life to save his comrades. He was only 21, but his effort and courage were unquestioned, and they led him to posthumously earn the Medal of Honor.

Kilmer was born Aug. 15, 1930, in Highland Park, Illinois, but his family moved him and his brother to San Antonio while they were still kids. Kilmer’s teenage years unfolded during and directly after World War II. Patriotism was incredibly high at that time, so on Aug. 16, 1947 — the day after Kilmer’s 17th birthday — he dropped out of high school to join the Navy.

Kilmer, who went by the name Jackie, graduated from Hospital Corps School in 1948.

When the Korean War broke out, his four-year stint as a sailor was almost up. But he wanted to put his medical training to good use, so he reenlisted in August 1951.

According to the Sextant, a Naval History and Heritage Command blog, Kilmer had an undisclosed dispute with a superior officer at some point after reenlisting. Because of that, he asked for a transfer to the Fleet Marine Force, which provides support to Marines during action and reconnaissance operations. After completing Field Medical School, Kilmer was transferred to duty as a hospital corpsman attached to the 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine

Regiment, 1st Marine Division.

Shortly after, they deployed to Korea.

On Aug. 12, 1952, U.S. Marines were involved in a bitter fight to take over an area called Bunker Hill, a crucial hill that was in the hands of Chinese enemy forces. If the U.S. took the hill, it would enable them to observe movement from far away.

The Chinese were initially caught off guard by the attack.

Kilmer’s rifle company had dug in well forward of the main line of resistance early in the day, expecting a counterattack.

It came later than they expected — in the early-morning hours of Aug. 13.

Shortly after midnight, large swaths of enemy forces started assaulting the rifle company with mortar, artillery and sniper fire. Kilmer moved from one position to another, helping wounded Marines and carrying many men to safety, despite putting himself in harm’s way.

Eventually, Kilmer noticed a seriously wounded Marine lying in a field, so he started to crawl toward the man. Another Marine saw the intensity of the gunfire and tried to stop him, but Kilmer pushed on anyway with only his duty on his mind.

Halfway to the man he was trying to rescue, Kilmer was badly wounded by mortar fragments. However, he continued on, inching toward the man despite all the enemy shells falling around them. Kilmer started to give the Marine first aid when another barrage of fire exploded. Thinking only of his patient, Kilmer threw himself on the other Marine to form a human shield. In doing so, the young corpsman was hit by flying shrapnel.

The Marine he shielded

Navy corpsmen administer plasma to a Marine wounded in the battle for Bunker Hill in Korea in 1952.

Photo by the U.S. Marine Corps

survived. Kilmer died just two days short of his 22nd birthday.

Kilmer’s body was eventually returned home and buried in the family plot at San Jose Burial Park in San Antonio.

For the extraordinary valor he showed during battle, Kilmer received the Medal of Honor. Navy Secretary Robert B. Anderson presented it posthumously to his mother, Lois Kilmer, during a Pentagon ceremony on June 18, 1953.

Kilmer’s legacy lives on.

Many Navy hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities across the world have his photo placed prominently on walls they have as memorials. The Navy Inn at Naval Support Activity Mid-South in Millington, Tennessee, was named Kilmer Hall in his honor in 2003.

Every year, on the anniversary of the young corpsman’s death, several instructors, staff and students from Joint Base San Antonio’s Navy Medicine Training Support Center gather at Kilmer’s gravesite. Along with local veterans’ organizations, the crowd holds a remembrance ceremony to honor the brave soul who gave his life to save others.

Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class John E. Kilmer, a hospital corpsman, was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism in combat on Aug. 13, 1952, while serving with the 1st Marine Division in Korea. This photo was taken in August 1951 after he reenlisted.

Photo by U.S. Navy

John Rodriguez, right, a Marine Corps veteran, salutes as a Navy Medicine Training Support Center color guard presents the colors for the national anthem during an Aug. 15, 2017, graveside memorial service in San Antonio. The yearly service honors Petty Officer 3rd Class John E. “Jackie” Kilmer, a hospital corpsman who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor after giving his life in battle in 1952.

Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Gary Ward

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AFAFRICA commander reaffirms US military commitment to North Africa by 1st Lt. Hannah Durbin United States Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Public Affairs

Gen. Jeff Harrigian, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, traveled to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Tunis, Tunisia, and Algiers, Algeria, Jan. 4-7 to meet with service members and key defense leaders in the region.

During the trip, Gen. Harrigian recognized the outstanding accomplishments of service members at Camp Lemonnier and discussed key policy initiatives focused on strengthening partnerships with Tunisia and Algeria.

“Our work in Africa is crucial to the success of our greater mission and the national security of the United States,” said Harrigian, “Day in and day out, our service members and partners are continuing to get after a diverse mission set despite unique and challenging situations.”

At his first stop, Camp Lemonnier, Harrigian met with deployed troops and the base’s military leadership.

For the final two legs of his trip, Harrigian joined Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett in Tunisia and Algeria. In Tunisia, Harrigian spoke to the Tunisian Air Chief, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Hajem, and the Tunisian Defense Minister, Ibrahim Bartagi, about the U.S.’ commitment to its strong relationship with Tunisia. Harrigian also thanked both leaders for Tunisia’s steadfast commitment to countering terrorism and promoting stability in the region.

In Algeria, Harrigian discussed the military partnership between the two nations. He met with both Maj. Gen. Mahmoud Laraba, the Algerian air force commander, and Maj. Gen. Ammar Amrani, the commander of the Algerian air defense forces, to lay the groundwork for additional military engagements and enhanced cooperation between the U.S. and Algeria in the future.

Visits like this play a crucial role in strengthening U.S. relationships with North African partner nations so that we can better pursue our shared goal of global security.

U.S. Air Force Gen. Jeffrey Harrigian, center, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, meets with Air Force personnel, Jan. 5, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Harrigian recognized several Airmen for their contribution to the mission while touring the various facilities.

Photo by Senior Airman Kristin Savage

Gen. Jeff Harrigian, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, Barbara Barrett, Secretary and the Air Force, and Donald Blome, U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia, attend a ceremony at the North Africa American Cemetery, Tunisia, Jan. 6. Harrigian visited various locations in North Africa to reaffirm the U.S. military's commitment to the region.

Photo courtesy of U.S. Embassy Tunis

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Lapthe Flora, commanding general, Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, escorts U.S. Air Force Gen. Jeffrey Harrigian, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, Jan. 4, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Harrigian arrived at CLDJ as part of a battlefield circulation to East Africa.

Photo by Senior Airman Kristin Savage

Gen. Jeff Harrigian, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa commander, speaks with female Tunisian military personnel during a visit to Alouina Air Base, Tunisia, Jan. 6. Harrigian visited various locations in North Africa to reaffirm the U.S. military's commitment to the region.

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CFC-Overseas winds down, keyworkers push for strong finish

by Stefan Alford U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

The CFC, the largest annual workplace charity campaign, will give all federal employees and retirees the opportunity to pledge donations to a variety of local and national charities.

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Messianic Jewish services

Buddhist (sGi)

Kapaun Chapel (Bldg 2781) Divine Liturgy: 9:00 a.m. Sundays Confessions by appointment

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Landstuhl Community Chapel (Bldg 3773) Tue, Wed, Fri: 12 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m.

Confession: 8 a.m.

Ramstein North Chapel (Bldg 1201) Daily Mass: 11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday Sunday Masses: 9 a.m., 1 p.m. & 5 p.m.

Confession: RNC or by appt. 4 p.m.- 4:45 p.m.

Sundays

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islamic services

Ramstein South Chapel Mosque Area (Bldg 2403) Jummah Prayers: 1:15 p.m. Fridays Daily Prayers: 1:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday

Ramstein South Chapel Jewish Shul Area (Bldg 2403) Shabbat Evening Service: 6:00 p.m. Fridays Ramstein South Chapel (Bldg 2403) Service: 10:00 a.m. Saturdays

orthodox Christian services

protestant services

Landstuhl Community Chapel (Bldg 3773) Worship: 11:00 a.m. Sundays Children’s Youth Church: 11:00 a.m. Sundays Daenner Community Chapel (Bldg 3150) Chapel Next Worship: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Children’s Church: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Ramstein North Chapel (Bldg 1201) Contemporary Service: 11:00 a.m. Sundays Seventh-Day Adventist Worship Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Saturdays Divine Worship: 11:00 a.m. Saturdays Ramstein South Chapel (Bldg 2403) Traditional with Communion: 9:30 a.m. Sundays Vogelweh Chapel (Bldg 2063) Gospel Service: 11:00 a.m. Sundays.

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Wiccan

Kapaun Annex (Bldg 2782) Service: 7:00 p.m. Saturdays

Wisconsin evangelical lutheran synod (Wels) Ramstein South Chapel (Bldg 2403) Service: 4:00 p.m. 2nd & 4th Sundays

The CFC is the world’s largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign, with almost 200 campaigns throughout the country and overseas raising millions of dollars each year, according to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management campaign website.

Pledges made by federal civilian, postal and military donors during the campaign season support eligible non-profit organizations that provide health and human service benefits throughout the world, to include helping people through the COVID-19 pandemic. Donors choose the organizations to which they want to contribute.

Armentrout and his team of keyworkers are undeterred by the ongoing gathering restrictions and

current holiday “downtime” in renewing efforts for one final push for pledges.

“The goal is 100% contact every single week,” he said. “Particularly, it is important this year with how many businesses are being shut down and people losing their jobs due to the pandemic; charitable donations are needed now more than ever. The funds raised each fall through the campaign help neighbors in need around the corner, across the nation, and throughout the world.

“We’re more than halfway through the campaign and it is important to keep spreading the message,” Armentrout continued.

“Small donations go a long way. In addition, all donors will receive a set of postcards featuring awardwinning DODEA (school students)

artwork. Anyone that donates $150 will receive a limited edition 2020 CFC-Overseas coin.”

It’s quick and simple to donate, said Armentrout “I highly recommend donating through the CFC website; it is definitely the easiest to use.”

Those interested in participating can reach the website at: https:// cfcoverseas.givecfc.org/index.php/

For those who wish to donate using the traditional paper pledge form or want more information, please contact the following garrison keyworkers: • Kaiserslautern — Staff Sgt. Reno Sullivan at 541-7046.

• Baumholder and Area Support Activity-Black Sea — Staff Sgt. Marcus Walthers at 531-3175.

“It’s important to give back to the community because you can impact lives in a positive manner,” said Sullivan. “I believe the world is in a time of need now more than ever during this pandemic (and) every dollar makes a difference and we all have something to give even if it’s just our time.”

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With a time-consuming focus on adjusting to and combatting a worldwide pandemic, many routine programs and services have been curtailed, cancelled or quietly vying for attention in the background.

The annual Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas is among the latter, having kicked off in October, but taking a back seat to more pressing health and safety matters this year.

Fortunately, there’s still time to “Show Some Love” in line with this year’s campaign theme and donate.

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You’re where it all began Volksmarching was founded in Germany over 50 years ago. This is still one of the best places in the world in which to participate in this activity. Events are well organized. Trails are clearly marked.

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Find a club or go DIY Even though many of us love to go solo, volksmarching is best done as part of club. There are active volksmarching clubs all over Germany, including in Ramstein, Stuttgart and Wiesbaden. These clubs organize walks, and have a great sense of where other nearby walks are taking place. Plus, they’ll help you navigate the (very easy) steps related to signing up, logging your kilometers, and more. But DIY volksmarching is an option, too – especially if, say, movement is heavily restricted. Gather your family members, grab a map, and plan your own route. Getting out there is the most important thing.

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»»Due to recently announced 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. »» No Cook Fridays in January: Take the load off yourself, family or friends after a long week with No Cook Fridays! Get your weekend started right with a delicious meal this Friday night that you didn’t have to plan, prepare, cook and clean up after. This month’s menu gives you a variety of options!

Have something new each week with a chicken sandwich, pulled pork or beef brisket BBQ sandwiches with coleslaw, XL schnitzels served with fries or spaetzel with breadcrumbs, roasted beef with cabbage and traditional German dumplings, roasted salmon with vegetable rice and lemon sauce. Add a salad or fries as an additional side to any dish. Meals can be picked up between 5 and 7:30 p.m. Register and payment through WebTrac or any MWR facility is required by the close of business the Thursday before. For more information go to kaiserslautern.armymwr. com or contact Armstrong’s Club, Vogelweh Housing, Bldg. 1036, 541-9115, 0611-143-541-9115. »» Win a Valentine’s Day balloon bouquet at the Arts & Crafts Center: Try and win your Valentine a balloon bouquet by guessing how many kisses Arts & Crafts has for you... in the jar! Stop by the Arts & Crafts Center Tue-Fri from 11 a.m.6 p.m. or Sat 12-5 p.m. until Feb. 5 to pick up your homeschooling supplies and crafting fun. While you are there take a guess at how many kisses are in the jar for a chance to win a balloon bouquet for your favorite Valentine! The three closest guesses will win a balloon bouquet valued at $14.50$23.50. For more information, contact the Arts & Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104, 531-2895, 0611-143-531-2895. »» Valentine’s Day balloon delivery: Don’t be caught off guard this year, now is the time to plan a great surprise for your loved ones when you preorder your gifts Feb. 2-12.

Arts & Crafts is your place to go to make your Valentine feel loved with everything from balloon bouquets to personalized cards, even red and white roses and chocolates. Make your surprise even bigger by having your surprise delivered! (Within the

Baumholder Military Community.)

To place your orders stop by or call the Arts & Crafts Center Tue-Fri from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. or Sat 12-5 p.m., Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104, 531-2895, 0611-143-531-2895. »» Aquatic Center closure for yearly maintenance: Jan. 25-Feb. 21 the Aquatic Center will be closed for yearly maintenance. The facility will reopen on Feb. 22 with the original operating hours of Mon-Fri from 6:30 a.m-2 p.m. For wave times and cleaning closures please visit https://baumholder.armymwr.com/ programs/baumholder-indoorswimming-pool or call the Aquatic Center, Wetzel Kaserne, Bldg. 8897, 531-2901/2904,0611-143-5312901/2904. »» 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 1-2 p.m. for lunch. All 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 »» UTAP services available: Service with the Kleber and Baumholder UTAP offices is now available MonFri. Please note, no more than three customers are allowed in the Baumholder office at a time and only one at a time at the Kleber Location. UTAP in-briefs require an appointment and are limited to five customers. For more information, contact the Baumholder UTAP Office, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8661, 5312896, 0611-143-531-2896 or the Kleber UTAP Office, Kleber Kaserne Bldg. 3245, 541-9086 / 9091, 0611-143-541-9086 / 9091. »» 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 MonThu, 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/landstuhl-communityclub. 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. »» Shawingz for takeout and delivery: Take a break and get takeout or delivery with Shawingz!

The Baumholder location is open daily, seven days a week from 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Shawingz, located in the Kazabra Club in Kaiserslautern is open Mon-Thu from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Fri from 10 a.m.- 9 p.m., Sat from noon until 9 p.m. and Sun from noon until 8 p.m. For more information or to call in orders, Shawingz Baumholder, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8105, 531-2833, 0611-143-531-2833.

Shawingz Vogelweh, Bldg. 2057, 489-7261, 06315-36-7261. »» 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, 531-3401; 0611-143-531-3401. »» Army Community Service by Appointment Only or Online: The Baumholder (Clinic Kaserne, Bldg.

8746) and Kaiserslautern location

(Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3210) are available to you. To maximize social distancing, please call in advance for an appointment. Appointments can be made at both the Kleber and at the Baumholder office by calling Mon-Wed & Fri from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Thu from 8 a.m.12 p.m., closed all holidays. For more information, please contact Kaiserslautern ACS on Kleber Kaserne at 541-9000, 0611-143541-9000 or Baumholder ACS on Clinic Kaserne at 531-2850, 0611143-531-2850. »» 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.library@mail.mil.

Hours of operation for each facility are as follows: Kleber Branch, Kleber Kaserne, Bldg. 3205, 4831740, 06314-11-174, Mon-Fri from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Landstuhl Library, Landstuhl, Bldg. 3810, 486-7322, 06371-86-7322, Mon-Thu 10 a.m.5 p.m. & Fri 1-4 p.m.; Baumholder, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8332, 531-2841, 0611-143-531-2841, Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-3 p.m. All facilities are closed on all holidays. »» Bisque and Ceramic Painting at the Arts & Crafts Center: Enjoy creating one-of-a-kind gifts and keepsakes at the Arts & Crafts Center by making a reservation for a twohour ceramic bisque painting session! Choose from a large variety of mediums and paints and get creative at any age. Perfect for a personal project, family outing, holiday décor and more! For more information and to make your reservation, contact the Arts & Crafts Center, Smith Bks., Bldg. 8104, 5312895, 0611-143-531-2895. »» 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, Mon-Sun from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information or to make an appointment, contact Landstuhl Automotive Skills Center, Wilson Bks., Bldg.

3800, 06371-493-1628, 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, 06313406-4167. »» Automotive Skills Centers Interior Disinfection Service: Pulaski Automotive Skills Center and Baumholder Automotive Skills Center are now offering an Interior Disinfection service, taking your standard detail to a whole new level! Prices start at $60 (determined by size of the vehicle) and include a car wash.

For more information or to make an appointment, contact Pulaski Automotive Skills Center, MonSun, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Pulaski Bks., Bldg. 2859, 0631-350-2323 or Baumholder Automotive Skills Center, Tue-Sat, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Smith Bks., Bldg. 8438, 531-2949, 0611-143-531-2949. »» Online Job Fair — Army Europe: USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Army Community Service 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.

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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 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy

TV SERIES | Drama, Romance

Poster by Warner Bros. Pictures

MOVIE | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Poster by Netflix

Poster by Walt Disney Studios

TV SERIES | Comedy, Drama, Mystery

Poster by Warner Bros. Television

MOVIE | Drama, Music, Romance

Poster by Amazon Studios

Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)

Bridgerton (2020)

Soul (2020)

The Flight Attendant (2020)

Sylvie’s Love (2020)

Diana must contend with a work colleague and businessman, whose desire for extreme wealth sends the world down a path of destruction, after an ancient artifact that grants wishes goes missing.

Cast: Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, Kristen Wiig Director: Patty Jenkins

Daphne Bridgerton makes her debut onto Regency London’s competitive marriage market. Hoping to follow in her parents’ footsteps and find a match sparked by true love, her prospects initially seem to be unrivaled.

Cast: Phoebe Dynevor, Regé-Jean Page Creator: Chris Van Dusen

Joe is a middle-school band teacher whose life hasn’t quite gone the way he expected. His true passion is jazz. But when he travels to another realm to help someone find their passion, he soon discovers what it means to have soul.

Cast: Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey Directors: Pete Docter, Kemp Powers

Flight attendant wakes up in the wrong hotel, in the wrong bed, with a dead man. When questioned by FBI agents and still unable to piece the night together, she begins to wonder if she could be the killer.

Cast: Kaley Cuoco, Michiel Huisman Creator: Steve Yockey

Sylvie has a summer romance with a saxophonist who takes a summer job at her father’s record store in Harlem. When they reconnect years later, they discover that their feelings for each other have not faded with the years.

Cast: Tessa Thompson, Nnamdi Asomugha Director: Eugene Ashe

MOVIE | Comedy, Drama, Musical

MINI SERIES | Drama, Fantasy

MOVIE | Animation, Adventure, Drama

MOVIE | Drama

MOVIE | Animation, Adventure, Family

Poster by Netflix

Poster by CBS Studios

Poster by Toho

The Prom (2020)

The Stand (2020)

Mirai (2018)

A troupe of hilariously self-obsessed, down-on-their-luck Broadway theater stars swarm into a small conservative Indiana town in support of a high school girl who wants to take her girlfriend to the prom.

Cast: James Corden, Nicole Kidman Director: Ryan Murphy

Stephen King’s apocalyptic vision of a world decimated by plague and embroiled in an elemental struggle between good and evil. The fate of mankind rests on the frail shoulders of the 108-year-old Mother Abagail and a handful of survivors.

Cast: James Marsden, Odessa Young Creators: Josh Boone, Benjamin Cavell

A young boy named Kun feels forgotten by his family. Running away from home, Kun stumbles upon a magical garden which enables him to travel through time and meet his relatives from different eras, with guidance by his younger sister from the future.

Cast: Rebecca Hall, John Cho Director: Mamoru Hosoda

Poster by Netflix

Poster by Toho

The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind (2019)

Mary and The Witch’s Flower (2017)

A 13-year-old boy is thrown out of the school he loves when his family can no longer afford the fees. He sneaks into the library and learns how to build a windmill to save his village from a famine.

Cast: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Maxwell Simba Director: Chiwetel Ejiofor

Mary follows a mysterious cat into the forest and discovers a broomstick and the strange flower. Together, the flower and the broomstick whisk Mary above the clouds, and far away to Endor College.

Cast: Hana Sugisaki, Ryûnosuke Kamiki Director: Hiromasa Yonebayashi

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