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  • Tax Center assists, saves, returns funds

    From February to June, the tax center on Ramstein works tirelessly to ensure Airmen, dependents and retirees are able to file their taxes properly and receive return entitlements.In 2014 alone, the volunteers, who receive training prior to assisting, saved more than $200,000 in tax preparation fees

  • ASOS Airmen: strike with fury

     He tries to ignore the silent trickle of rain falling down his face and focuses on the rapid bursts of gun fire in the distance; he and his Airmen will be found soon.However, that concentration is short lived as a deafening gust of wind erupts from above and the command "get him to the helicopter,"

  • Volunteers strengthen KMC through retiree support

    Retiring from a long military career can be a satisfying reward. Many people may look forward to retirement, but living in a foreign country may put a strain on a person's day-to-day life.Living in central Europe offers many opportunities for travel and culture. Some things that may be difficult for

  • Strengthen your resolve, body

    With each new year, the story repeats itself. The new arrivals come in droves looking for a spot to throw their weight around. While there is likely one or two that will flex some muscle and make a lasting ripple, the more seasoned members suspect the majority will not last more than a few

  • Senior leaders talk commitment

    Being a 24/7 Airman sometimes requires service members to make personal sacrifice. According to senior leaders at Ramstein Air Base, in a career where being away is common, making deliberate time for your loved ones is paramount in upholding balance and happiness in a partnership.Four senior leaders

  • Meat Plant beefs up NATO commissaries

    Whether grilling up hamburgers during a summer barbecue or baking a pork loin for a family dinner, the Ramstein Central Meat Processing Plant has had a direct impact on the meat eaten overseas.The Ramstein CMPP was established March 16, 1998. The Ramstein CMPP consolidated with the other original

  • Innovation keeps 86th AW moving forward

    The Air Force is "powered by Airmen, fueled by innovation." To keep innovation alive and thriving here at Ramstein, the 86th Airlift Wing Continuous Process Improvement office has taken up the responsibility of fostering a culture of improvement across the wing.Though innovation is not a new

  • AF DTC assists, supports re-deployers

    Deployments can be rewarding, challenging, stressful and even life-changing experiences for service members worldwide. Packing up and leaving family members and all things home for several months can take a toll on a person.The Air Force's only Deployment Transition Center is on Ramstein and is here

  • Life without Biomedical Sciences Corps

    Have you ever given thought as to what life would be like without your friendly neighborhood Biomedical Sciences Corps Officers (BSC)?  My guess would be no, unless you're a BSC, but I suspect in order to answer that question or understand how your life would be affected you would  need a bit more

  • 86th MUNS puts power in air power

    When it takes the coordination of multiple units to make a single mission happen, it can be difficult for Airmen to see the bigger picture and recognize how their efforts are impacting the overall Air Force mission.The 86th Munitions Squadron Airmen say they are fortunate to see how they fit into