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  • 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

  • USAFE switchboard operators connect, assist globally

    "USAFE switchboard operator, how may I help you?" is a short phrase many who have used the United States Air Forces in Europe consolidated switchboard may be familiar with. The 40 members of the Telephone Operations Facility, located on Ramstein Air Base, work 24/7, 365 days a year to service not

  • National Cervical Health Month: why you should care

    Did you know that at least 80 percent of women are exposed to the virus that causes cervical cancer during their lifetime?  Most of the time, the body's immune system gets rid of the virus before it causes harm. However, in some cases it can have dire consequences. Each year about 12,000 women are