Kaiserslautern American - September 1, 2023

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German air force members and U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Civil Engineer Group stand together after a two-day airfield repair demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug 24. This demonstration was held with the intent to enhance interoperability, strengthen strategic partnerships, and improve the overall effectiveness of both the German air force and the 86th CEG airfield repair capabilities. Photo by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner

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AIRFIELD REPAIR from Page 1

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Civil Engineer Group put sheets of fiber reinforced polymer together to temporarily repair simulated damage during an airfield repair demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 24. The 86th CEG repaired a 30-foot-wide crater using fiber-reinforced polymer mats, nine vehicles, 18 pieces of equipment and only 14 personnel instead of repairing the damage with a standard Rapid Airfield Damage Repair kit.

Photos by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron and German air force members use heavy equipment to break apart concrete at the site of simulated airfield damage during an airfield repair demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 23. Teams from Headquarters U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa, NATO Allied Air Command, Air Force Civil Engineer Center, 86th Civil Engineer Group, the Military Engineering Centre of Excellence, German air force and Italian army attended the demonstration to observe and gather data toward further integrating and strengthening partnerships between NATO allies and partners. German air force members sweep debris into simulated airfield damage during an airfield repair demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 23. The demonstration consisted of repairing a 20-foot-wide crater using precast concrete slabs with just 20 personnel.

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Civil Engineer Group push crushed rock into a crater during an airfield repair demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 24. This demonstration, which incorporated members of the German air force, helps troops from both nations to understand each other’s tactics, equipment and procedures, which is crucial during real-world operations and in response to common security challenges.

(Left) German air force members put a slab of precast concrete down to temporarily repair simulated damage to an airfield at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 24. Headquarters U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa plans to continue hosting these engagements in the future and to further integrate NATO allies and partners into training with the U.S., ultimately strengthening the relationships between NATO allied countries.

Members of the German air force flatten crushed rocks to fill a crater during an airfield repair demonstration at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 24. The collaboration between the German air force and Airmen assigned to the 86th Civil Engineer Group during this demonstration fostered trust, promoted shared knowledge, and reinforced the ability to operate seamlessly in multinational environments, ultimately contributing to regional and global stability.

THE HOUSING HYPE TAKE NOTE

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Recycle centers

PCS in/out? Personnel residing off-base can only deliver materials generated at home 60 days after arrival or if they are finalizing a PCS move and have PCS orders with them at the time of delivery.

Please contact the following recycling centers for additional information:

» Ramstein Recycle Center: Bldg. 2045, North of the Southside Fitness Center

COM: 0162-2903316

» Kapaun/Vogelweh Recycle Center: Bldg. 2820, Across from Vehicle Registration

DSN: 480-4191 or COM: 01739192184

» Landstuhl Recycle Center: Bldg. 93701, Near Barracks Bldg. 3707

DSN: 486-6881 or COM: 06317-86-6881

For any other housing questions/concerns, please email us at KMCHousing@us.af.mil or call:

» Assistance Section: DSN: 314-489-6672; COMM: 0631-536-6672

» Facilities Section, On-Base: DSN: 314489-7108; COMM: 0631-536-7108

» Housing Referral Office, Off-Base: DSN: 314-489-6643/6659; COMM: 0631-5366643/6659

» Furnishings Management Section: DSN: 314-489-6001; COMM: 0631-5366001

You can also follow us on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ KMCHousingOffice/

Upcoming Office Closures: The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will be closed on Sep. 4 due to Labor Day and on Sep. 13 due to Housing Time (Section Specific Training/Admin Time).

22 DAYS TO GO

Until Sept. 30, the A6 exit (toward Mannheim) and the Jacob-Pfeiffer Bridge will be closed for construction. Expect delays in traffic and plan for detours. The designated detour route will be Biellandstrasse, Opel Circle, B 270, and L-395.

ATTN: Those packing up, 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 at +49-631-536-7727 three weeks before moving to begin the booking process.

Official Photo Studio has moved

The 86th AW/PA Official Photo Studio

has moved to our new permanent location. The new location is in the second-floor offices located in the back portion of the Hercules Theatre, Bldg 2101. To schedule an appointment, go to https://ramsteinstudio. setmore.com. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-6407/9199

Finance Walk-In Hours/ Base in-processing

Finance customer service walk-in hours will be from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri in building 2108. The finance lobby will be used for base in-processing from 1-5 p.m. with Housing, Tricare and Finance. In-processing can be done with any or all of these three agencies during that time and an appointment can be booked through https://www.signupgenius. com/go/8050d45abac2fa7f49-finance

Retiree Activities Office

Your Retiree Affairs Office wants you!

It is our mission to serve our retiree community — but we rely on our volunteer staff to do so. Volunteering can mean as little as one day a week for a four-hour block.

The RAO is open Mon 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tues/Wed/Thurs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. We are located in Building 2118, Room 138 next to the VAT Office. Please visit our website here: https://www.ramstein.af.mil/Contact/ Retiree-Activities-Program/ for factsheets and recent RAO Newsletters on navigating being a retiree in Germany.

Routine questions can be sent via email,

HISTORY CORNER

but we ask that you make an appointment for specific subjects such as pre-death planning/ surviving spouse issues and or Retiring in Germany. For appointments either call during office hours at 06371-47-5486, and/or send us an email to: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil. Any problems making contact, please email your Acting Director, retired Chief Master Sgt. Jim Barrante at: jim.barrante@gmail.com.

RAO is in need of a new volunteer director. This position is open to retirees who are interested in a dynamic opportunity to serve our KMC retiree community. Contact the RAO at 86aw/rao@us.af.mil for more information.

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After the Benghazi attacks in Libya on Sep. 11, 2012, the 86th Airlift Wing repatriated the remains of the fallen at Benghazi Consulate, U.S. Ambassador to Libya J. Christopher Stevens and three other Americans. The remains were transported to Ramstein Air Base (later to Andrews Air Force Base) and the 86 AW played a significant role in the dignified arrival and transfer process.

Photo by J.B. Andrews

NATO, Allies conduct long-range drills testing interoperability over Romania

by Allied Air Command Public Affairs Office

NATO Allies conducted verification testing above Romania on how their air assets work together to protect NATO airspace with Integrated Air and Missile Defence assets, Aug. 24.

The verification test saw fighter and airto-air refueling aircraft from France, Spain and Türkiye come together over Romania, improving the readiness and interoperability of NATO IAMD alongside additional assets such as surface-based air and missile defence systems. During the mission, NATO Allied Air Command via the Combined Air Operations Centre at Torrejón, Spain, oversaw the procedural test analysing how these assets can be brought to work together efficiently.

“NATO IAMD provides a highly responsive, time-critical and persistent capability to achieve a desired level of control of the air, this ensures the Alliance is able to achieve freedom of action to conduct the full range of its missions, safeguarding and

protecting Alliance territory,” said Brigadier General Christoph Pliet, Deputy Chief of Staff Operations at Allied Air Command. “This mission was extremely beneficial for all participating air forces to execute and achieve integration and interoperability,” he added.

Once activated, SBAMD units provide their data into the NATO IAMD network which comprises national and NATO-provided sensors, command and control assets, and weapons systems. This joint and combined defensive network compiles the data received into one recognised air and missile picture.

“The participating fighter jets operated out of their home or deployed bases and flew into Romania with the help of critical airto-air refueling aircraft and integrated with

in-place SBAMD units. This complex mission demonstrated that NATO and its Allies are capable of conducting long-range flexible deterrence options in addition to maintaining an overall posture ready to deter and defend every inch of NATO territory,” General Pliet added.

NATO IAMD is a defensive component of the Alliance’s Joint Air Power, which aims to ensure the stability and security of NATO airspace by coordinating, controlling and exploiting the air domain. It is an essential, continuous mission in peacetime, crisis and conflict, conducted using a 360-degree approach across NATO territory, and is prepared to address the full spectrum of threats.

On Thursday, Sep. 14, 11 a.m., all 16 federal states will test their government warning system, including warning devices such as city sirens and loudspeaker trucks. A test notification will also be sent out through the German government warning application NINA (German Federal Emergency Information and News App). The goal of this exercise is to familiarize citizens with the emergency alert system used by German federal or local authorities to notify the public during major incidents, such as natural disasters, bomb disposals, and other security incidents.

For further information regarding the German Warning Day visit: https:// warnung-der-bevoelkerung.de/.

“This mission was extremely beneficial for all participating air forces to execute and achieve integration and interoperability.”

NATO Allies conducted verification testing above Romania on how their air assets work together to protect NATO airspace with Integrated Air and Missile Defence assets. Two Spanish Eurofightes taxiing for the mission at Ämari Air Base, Estonia, Aug. 24.

Archive photo of a French Air Force tanker.

Archive photo of a French Air Force Rafale aircraft. Photos courtesy of the French Air Force

A Spanish A400M tanker refuelling two Eurofighters, during long-range drills above Romania, Aug. 24. Photos courtesy of the Spanish Air Force

US will train Ukrainian F-16 pilots, ground crews

by Joseph Clark Department of Defense News

The Defense Department will begin training Ukrainians to fly and maintain F-16 fighter jets in the coming months, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said today.

The training is expected to begin in October at the Morris Air National Guard Base in Tucson,

Arizona, and will be facilitated by the Air National Guard’s 162nd Wing.

The U.S.-led training is “in support of the international effort to develop and strengthen Ukraine’s long-term defenses,” Ryder said.

The Netherlands and Denmark have announced their intentions to make F-16 aircraft from their fleets available to Ukraine.

Secretary of State Antony

Blinken signaled the United States’ willingness to approve the thirdparty transfer of the U.S.-made F-16s to Ukraine in a letter to his European counterparts last week.

“The training provided by the United States will complement the F-16 pilot and maintenance training that’s already underway in Europe and further deepens our support of the F-16 training coalition led by Denmark and the

Netherlands,” Ryder said. “Moving forward we will remain in close consultation with the Danes, the Dutch and other allies to ensure U.S. training complements the broader coalition training efforts.”

Ryder added that by announcing the training, the U.S. is preempting any training capacity constraints in Denmark and the Netherlands’ training pipeline to ensure the aircraft are fielded to Ukraine as quickly as possible.

He said Ukraine will ultimately determine the number of pilots that will require the training.

During a briefing last week, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said U.S. approval for the transfer would come after consultation with Congress and after completion of training for Ukrainian pilots on the aircraft.

Ryder said the complete training pipeline would likely take several months, depending upon the pilots’ proficiency coming into the course.

“Part of this training will be assessing the individual pilots’ skill level, which will help to determine how long that training will last,” he said. “Your basic, new F-16 pilot with not a lot of training on the U.S. side, that training typically lasts about eight months.”

That training includes a series of courses ranging from basic flight training to instruction on fighter fundamentals, weapons employment, combat maneuvering and tactical intercepts among other concepts.

He said training for more experienced pilots could be completed in about five months.

Beyond flight training, Ryder said the F-16s require significant logistics and maintenance training for ground support personnel that ensures the aircrafts remain combat capable.

Prior to flight training, the pilots will receive language training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, beginning in September.

The language training will ensure that all pilots have sufficient language skills to be able to fully comprehend the “complexities and specialized English required to fly the aircraft,” Ryder said.

The announcement further underscores the United States’ long-term solidarity with Ukraine as it defends itself from Russia’s unprovoked war of aggression.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III highlighted that commitment earlier today in a statement marking Ukraine’s 32nd anniversary of its independence.

“The Ukrainian people have inspired the world with their courage and resolve to defend their right to live in a sovereign, democratic and free country,” he said.

“Today, as Ukraine commemorates another year of independence, the United States remains steadfast in our commitment to ensure that it can celebrate many more,” he said. “We will support Ukraine for as long as it takes in its fight for its security and freedom.”

An F-16 assigned to the 162nd Wing, Morris Air National Guard Base, Tucson, AZ, flies during a training mission. Courtesy photo

Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder conducts a press briefing at the Pentagon, Aug. 24.

Photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro

Breaking ground, breaking a sweat: Rheinland-Pfalz soldiers first to conquer ACFT in state-of-the-art functional fitness training center

by Tammy Muckenfuss U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz and the 624th Movement Control Detachment, conducted the Army Combat Fitness Test using the recently upgraded Functional Fitness Training Center on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Aug. 9.

The HHC Rheinland-Pfalz and 624th teams are the first units to conduct the ACFT in the FFTC since its re-opening in July.

The modernized FFTC provides the space and equipment necessary for Soldiers to conduct functional fitness training aligned to support preparation for the ACFT, which is the assessment for the physical domain of the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness System. The H2F System focuses on total health and wellness, combining physical fitness with proper sleep, nutrition, and spiritual health. As part of the H2F, the ACFT helps maintain Soldiers’ physical and mental well-being and plays a big role in the Army’s fitness culture. For more information about H2F, visit https://www.army.mil/acft/.

Located in building 229, the FFTC features a 5,000 square foot functional fitness equipment package (think rigs, racks, and bumper plates), select cardio machines (spin bikes and rowers), a combatives mat, and synthetic turf marked with five 25-meter lanes designed to withstand the ACFT sprint-drag-carry event.

“The FFTC is great — it’s got the equipment to perform a variety of physical fitness training activities from cycling to combatives, sprints and weightlifting,” said USAG Rheinland-Pfalz HHC commander Capt. Gabriela Montanez. “Having the space and the right equipment allows units and squads to conduct group physical fitness training in the same area, while being able to provide options and modifications as required for anyone with an injury or profile — without exclusion.”

The ROB FFTC’s recent upgrades are the result of deliberate collaboration and partnership between Rheinland-Pfalz garrison leaders, the Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation and the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, who united behind the vision of providing the most wellequipped fitness training center for Soldiers and Kaiserslautern Military Community members.

A Soldier from the 624th Movement Control Detachment performs the hand release pushup-arm extension. The HRP assesses the muscular endurance component of fitness by measuring a Soldier’s upper body endurance and is a strong driver for upper body and core strength training. Flexibility is a secondary component of fitness measured by the HRP.

the drag portion of the Sprint-Drag-Carry. The SDC assesses the muscular endurance, muscular strength, anaerobic power and anaerobic endurance components of fitness by measuring a Soldier’s ability to sustain moderate to high intensity muscular work over a short duration. Secondary components of fitness assessed by the SDC include balance, coordination, agility, flexibility, and reaction time.

well-conditioned back and leg muscles and helps Soldiers avoid hip, knee and lower back injuries. Flexibility and balance are secondary components of fitness assessed by the MDL. Photo

“I’m thrilled that we have a place for Soldiers to do functional fitness,” said USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen LaRocque. “And I must thank 21st Theater Sustainment Command, as it really was a joint, team effort to get this accomplished. The 21st provided the beautiful turf, and that, combined with our garrison equipment, created a truly phenomenal facility for Soldiers to train in.”

The ACFT is a six-event physical fitness test that includes: three repetition maximum deadlift, standing power throw, hand release push-up-arm extension, sprint-drag-carry, plank and a two-mile run. Each event is designed to assess and improve physical strength, mental toughness, coordination, and flexibility, while reducing preventable injuries — it’s a comprehensive fitness assessment.

“I tell Soldiers, when it comes to ACFT preparation, train on the events you are weaker in,” said LaRocque explaining, “I’ve seen people train hard to max out the points on an event that they’re already strong in and completely neglect to train for improving performance in the event(s) that they are weaker in. The ACFT is a comprehensive measure of fitness that factors in muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance, so you’ve got to train comprehensively, it’s not the old Army Physical Fitness Test.”

The Functional Fitness Facility on ROB is open Mon–Fri from 6-8 a.m., and Mon–Fri from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. for military use only. Military unit reservations are limited to one hour per unit, per week, or on a space available basis and unit POCs are required to attend a facility orientation. Orientations are offered during staffed hours, 6-8:30 a.m. at the facility. For more information, visit the FMWR website at: https://kaiserslautern.armymwr.com/programs/functional-fitness-rob.

The HHC Rheinland-Pfalz team is already planning more physical training events, with many Soldiers requesting to take their next ACFT assessment at the FFCT and Capt. Montanez couldn’t be more pleased, adding, “Fitness is a part of Army life! HHC Rheinland-Pfalz is taking full advantage of this facility as our team

and trains together to be all we can be.”

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HHC Rheinland-Pfalz and 624th Movement Control Detachment Soldiers finish the Two-Mile Run event. The 2MR assesses the aerobic endurance component of fitness. Higher aerobic endurance allows a Soldier to work for long periods of time and to recover more quickly when executing repetitive physical tasks.

Photos by Linda Lambiotte

A Soldier from the 624th Movement Control Detachment performs

Staff Sgt. Francesca Cyma, Supply Specialist for HHC RheinlandPfalz, performs the 3 Repetition Maximum Deadlift (MDL) event. The MDL assesses the muscular strength component of fitness by measuring a Soldier’s lower body, grip and core muscular strength. It requires

by Gabriela Montanez

MPEP unites mission partners across globe

Story and photos by Senior Airman Madelyn Keech 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The Military Personnel Exchange Program held its annual forum in Frankfurt, Aug. 14-17.

The conference brought together 47 exchange officers from 10 countries across the globe. During the forum, each exchange officer had face-to-face time with each other and new leadership, gathered for a commander’s call, and completed required administrative tasks.

MPEP, a special duty assignment, aims to increase interoperability and build strategic partnerships between mission partners and allies, and are vital to continue building upon the crucial partnerships with NATO partners and allies.

With a total of 87 billeted slots including 84 officers and 3 enlisted, and continuously growing, exchange officers and students are embedded in host nation organizations. In turn, a service member from that host nation is stationed in the United States.

“For example, we have German officers in the U.S. and we have U.S. officers in locations around Germany that trade off and teach,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jordan Stinson, MPEP resources advisor. “Whether it’s our airframes or our cyber technology, it elevates us and our mission partners. We are training them and they are training us.”

During the forum, each exchange officer introduced themselves with information about their exchange location and also some challenges and successes they have experienced since being part of MPEP.

“We have about 14 or 15 different airframes we are operating on to continue building the partnership agreement between

us and our partners and allies,” Stinson said. “It’s a sharing of knowledge. We are helping teach them our tactics and giving them those skill sets to elevate their military forces and are able to aid us. In return, they are coming over to the United States and teaching us their tactics.”

Because the exchange officers are globally dispersed,

they received required annual briefings like Sexual Assault Prevention and Reponse training. Additionally, members of the legal and TRICARE offices on Ramstein Air Base, briefed the exchange officers on information and resources they may not know about due to where they are stationed.

“We are there to help enhance

our relationships, gain interoperability and improve,” said Lt. Col. Kevin Thomas, MPEP commander. “[Exchange officers’] voices are the key agents of change.”

Those interested in participating in the Military Personnel Exchange Program may visit the MPEP Office Europe at Ramstein Air Base.

Members of the Military Personnel Exchange Program gather for the annual MPEP forum in Frankfurt, Aug. 16. MPEP exchange officers meet once a year at an annual forum to reacclimate themselves to an Air Force environment with other members of the exchange program.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Julian C. Cheater, Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs assistant deputy, answers questions during the Military Personnel Exchange Program annual forum in Frankfurt, Aug. 15.

Members of the Military Personnel Exchange Program attend the annual MPEP forum in Frankfurt, Aug. 15. During the forum, exchange officers attended the conference for face-to-face time with each other and new leadership, gathered for a commander’s call, and completed required administrative tasks.

Kaiserslautern welcomes new Lord Mayor

(Left) After the inauguration of Kaiserslautern’s new lord mayor Beate Kimmel, Brig. Gen. Ronald Ragin, Commander, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, Col. Reid Furman, Commander, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz and Brig Gen. Karen Monday-Gresham, Deputy Commanding General, 21st TSC, pose for a photo at Kaiserslautern’s Fruchthalle, Aug. 28. Military leadership expressed their wish to Lord Mayor Kimmel to continue the very good relationship and partnership between the City of Kaiserslautern and the Kaiserslautern Military Community.

Photo by Joelle Balken

(Right) U.S. Air Force Col. Jamil Musa, 86th Airlift Wing Deputy Commander, left, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Louis Ludwig, 86th AW Command Chief, right, meet with Ms. Beate Kimmel, Kaiserslautern Lord Mayor, center, during her induction ceremony at Kaiserslautern, Aug, 28.

Photo by Elke Sittel

21st Theater Sustainment Command leads Women’s Equality Day observances

Story and photos by Sgt. Andrew Jo 21st Theater Sustainment Command

The 21st Theater Sustainment Command hosted two events in honor of Women’s Equality Day, hosted by the 7th Mission Support Command at the Armstrong Club on Aug. 18, and the 16th Sustainment Brigade at the Wagon Wheel Theater on Aug. 24. Women’s Equality Day is celebrated across the nation on Aug. 26 to commemorate the passing of the 19th Amendment, which allows women the right to vote.

Although Women’s Equality Day is federally observed on the 26, Aug. 18 also holds historical importance as this was the day that the 19th Amendment was ratified in 1920. On Aug. 26, 1972, President Richard Nixon

issued Proclamation 4147, which became Women’s Rights Day. However, it wasn’t until a year later that President Nixon issued Proclamation 4236, that it officially became Women’s Equality Day.

The events centered around guest panelists featuring fellow servicewomen who have pioneered the path for women in the military. Women such as Air Force Maj. Sandra Salzman, a pilot-physician with the 37th Airlift Squadron, and Col. Adrian Sullivan, commander of Defense Logistics Agency — Europe & Africa who continue to pave the way for females in the military.

“Women’s Equality Day is extremely important because without those women who came

before, I wouldn’t be standing where I am today,” said Lt. Col. Leah Kenfield, 21st TSC equal opportunity program manager. “So being able to celebrate this and to conduct this observance is a big deal.”

The event allowed the attendees to interact with the guest panelists as they spoke about their own experiences and challenges they have faced.

“Everyone in our formation brings something to the table, and not everybody has had an easy go of it getting here. There have been trailblazers in every race, every gender, every nationality, and taking a moment to reflect on those individuals that have gone before us and have allowed us to be accomplished is huge,” said Kenfield. “And really

just taking the time to stop and reflect on our own journeys and reflect on those around us and the enrichment they bring to our formations.”

The guests and attendees tackled topics such as microaggressions, military childcare programs, career and family balance, and various barriers or obstacles they’ve had to overcome.

Obstacles such as breastfeeding mothers who were forced to pump in bathrooms. Now, laws, such as the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act or PUMP Act and Department of Defense regulations, ensure every mother will have access to a lactation room in the workplace.

“The takeaway from today’s event should be the experiences of those women sitting at the table. The O-6 commander, the Air Force Major who’s a pilotphysician, the combat comms [communications] captain, the NCO [non-commissioned officer], they all bring diverse backgrounds and experience to the table,” said Kenfield. “I think it’s very helpful for the young leaders, Soldiers, and Airmen in the room.”

Kenfield goes on to say that in the future, she hopes that women will be able to overcome the mindset that they have to sacrifice family for a career to become obtainable and achievable.

“Seeing the diversity of the panel we had today,” said Kenfield. “That vast range of experience and knowledge that they can look at and say, yeah, she made it, I can make it too.”

21st Theater Sustainment Command members of the Female Morale and Mentorship Program pose for a photo after the Women’s Equality Day Panel hosted 21st TSC at the Wagon Wheel, Baumholder, Aug. 24. The event featured a panel of guest speakers as they tackled different topics and spoke about their experiences as women in the military. Bottom photos by Staff Sgt. Daniel Yeadon

Civilians, service members, and spouses and their children gathered in attendance for the 21st Theater Sustainment Command Women’s Equality Day Panel hosted by the 21st Theater Sustainment Command at the Wagon Wheel, Baumholder, Aug. 24. The event featured a panel of guest speakers as they tackled different topics and spoke about their experiences as women in the military.

Brig. Gen. Karen Monday-Gresham, deputy commanding general of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command and commanding general of the 7th Mission Support Command, speaks to those in attendance of the 21st TSC Women’s Equality Day hosted by the 7th MSC at the Armstrong Club, Vogelweh Military Complex, Aug. 18.

Guest panelist Air Force Maj. Sandra Salzman (second from the left), a pilot-physician with the 37th Airlift Squadron, shares her experiences as the only woman of the ten current pilot-physicians in the Air Force during the 21st TSC Women’s Equality Day hosted by the 7th MSC at the Armstrong Club, Vogelweh Military Complex, Aug. 18.

An addition to the Family — birth registry in Landstuhl

Having a baby is an exciting time in the life of a young family. If your child is born in Germany, then there are a number of steps to keep in mind to ensure proper documentation and for the application of a passport.

The Registry Office (Standesamt) in Landstuhl is responsible for documenting births and issuing German and international birth certificates for babies born in Landstuhl.

Documents can be sent beforehand per email standesamt@landstuhl.de, stating your telephone number and the number of desired birth certificates, and to arrange an appointment.

You can receive German and/or international certificates and if the child is born in the German hospital, you will require a copy of the birth register in order to apply for a passport for the child.

Contact data at the Registry Office Landstuhl:

• Tel. 06371/83-123 Herr Marnet

• Tel. 06371/83-223 Frau Herbst

• Tel. 06371/83-422 Frau Thum

• Tel. 06371/83-429 Frau Grün

• Tel. 06371/83-121 Frau

Gmeinwieser

In addition, all offices at the Union Community Landstuhl administration are open for business. Please make sure to arrange an appointment to avoid long waiting periods.

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz highlights Julie Stephens for Service Culture Spotlight!

Calling Manitowoc, Wisconsin, her hometown, Julie serves as a generalist for Army Community Service.

Her primary duties include running the volunteer program and the Army Family Action Plan. As the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator, Julie trains organization points of contact throughout all of USAG Rheinland-Pfalz’s active-duty units across all 31 sites, in addition to all other organizations utilizing volunteer services. Julie also plans and executes the annual garrison Volunteer Recognition Ceremony as lead for the Army Family Action Plan, Julie’s duties include identifying subject matter experts for qualityof-life issues, working issues to completion at the local level and coordination and execution of the annual AFAP conference.

Julie has been working for the garrison for one and a half years and was on activeduty status for four and a half years.

• Verbandsgemeindeverwaltung Landstuhl (General administration, traffic tickets)

Kaiserstraße 49 66849 Landstuhl Tel. 06371/83-0

• Standesamt Landstuhl (Registry Office) Kirchenstraße 41 66949 Landstuhl Tel. 06371/83-123, 83-422, 83-121, 83-223, 83-429

• Verbandsgemeindewerke (City Works –water/waste water, gas, meter readings, final bill) Bahnstraße 80 66849 Landstuhl Tel. 06371/83-0

The following documents are needed after birth:

; AE Reg 40-400b – Documentation of a delivery at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

; If the child was born in the German Nardiniklinikum St. Johannis, the registry automatically receives a birth announcement

; Birth certificates of both parents

; Marriage certificate for married couples

; Paternity acknowledgement for unmarried couples and, if available, a declaration of parental care

; Passports of both parents

; For different family names and/or different nationalities, we require a declaration regarding the (last) name of the child. The form can be requested at the Standesamt

; The according form was/will be handed out to you at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center and Nardiniklinikum St. Johannis.

“It is my greatest honor to serve the men and women of USAG Rheinland-Pfalz. Whether someone is active duty, retiree, DA civilian or family member, my goal is to provide excellent customer service, help our people achieve their goals and work every day to improve the qualityof-life for those living and working in our community.”

Story and photo by Mary Del Rosario

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

Courtesy of Registry Office Landstuhl

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DOD will deploy AI-enabled detection system to monitor DC airspace

by David Vergun Department of Defense News

An artificial intelligence-powered airspace monitoring system is set to be installed to enhance protection of the nation’s capital with the potential to scale across other Defense Department and U.S. government installations and systems

The upgraded visual recognition, identification and warning system delivers a tenfold increase in performance capability compared to the 9/11-era system it replaces, said Air Force Lt. Col. Kurtis Engelson, the materiel leader for Battle Control Systems, which oversees the National Capital RegionIntegrated Air Defense System program that partnered with the Defense Innovation Unit to utilize its commercial solutions opening solicitation process to rapidly prototype a solution and create a path for the Air Force to procure successful prototypes.

“It’s a cutting-edge surveillance, identification and tracking system that monitors and defends the controlled airspace around

Washington, D.C., part of the National Capital Region-Integrated Air Defense System,” Engelson said.

After an 18-month prototype demonstration concluded in April, it was announced that Teleidoscope, a first-time, non-traditional Defense Department vendor, was awarded a $100 million ceiling production contract. Orders for the system are already in progress and fielding is to begin this year, Engelson said.

Initial prototype and procurement funding was provided by the U.S. Air Force, and additional rocurement funding was provided by the Accelerate the Procurement and Fielding of Innovative Technologies program as part of its mission to accelerate the procurement and fielding of innovative technologies and help successful prototypes cross the proverbial “valley of death” for prototypes and move technology into production faster.

The new system leverages “market advancements in machine learning and augmented real-

ity features in surveillance cameras that assist air battle managers with their ability to identify flying objects within NCR airspace,” Engelson said.

The production effort focuses on upgrading the cameras and eyesafe lasers used for tracking and visually warning aircraft in violation of the special flight rules within the region. The updates significantly improve air defense operators’ ability to positively identify aircraft and aim warning lasers at much further ranges, Engelson said. Laser Visual Warning System provides those involved with securing the air space over the national capital region, a rapid means of contacting pilots when radio attempts have failed.

The auto-tracking capabilities of the system are applicable to full-motion video feeds, irrespective of the domain, opening the

door to augment remotely piloted aircraft video feed tracking capabilities. The software from this prototype has the potential to run on any edge device or cloud-provided, full-motion video feed. The technology has broad national defense applicability across the services for defense against asymmetric and near-peer threats like unmanned aerial systems and cruise missiles, Nick Ksiazek, the DIU program manager for the effort said.

Heidi Shyu, undersecretary of defense for research and engineering, said success and speed in fielding this technology in such a condensed timeframe exemplifies the improvements her office is driving. “We are able to rapidly identify operational needs and materialize them into usable national defense solutions. This saves time and money, but more importantly, the decision advantage gained by technologies like this will save lives,” she said.

The Washington, D.C., area is home to over 6 million people, key military bases, intelligence agencies, and federal, state and local governments.

The skies over the metro area are filled with commercial and military air traffic and an increasing number of privately owned drones. Protecting this metro area from air threats by terrorists and adversaries is the National Capital Region-Integrated Air Defense System, a component of the North American Aerospace Defense Command

Should an aerial threat materialize, an integrated air defense system is activated by DOD.

A team from Teleidoscope demonstrates upgraded electro-optical/infrared cameras with enhanced capabilities to improve airspace awareness in California. The company was awarded a contract for an artificial intelligence-powered detection system to monitor the airspace around Washington, D.C.

Photo courtesy of Defense Innovation Unit

An artificial intelligence-powered detection system will soon monitor the airspace around metropolitan Washington, D.C.

Photo by Senior Airman Perry Aston

DEUTSCH-AMERIKANISCHER STAMMTISCH (GERMAN-AMERICAN GET-TOGETHER)

SEP. 7, 6.30 P.M., RESTAURANT DA NINO, MIESENBACH

The Stammtisch, an informal get-together, aims at facilitating the local German-American exchange and provides a recurring forum for Americans and locals to meet and get to know each other. Come out, meet new and nice people and learn about the local way of life over dinner. For details contact John Constance at constance@ atlantische-akademie.de

BACKFISCHFEST (FOLK FEST)

AUG. 26 - SEP. 9, KISSELSWIESE/FESTPLATZ, WORMS

Experience the largest folk fest along the Rhein River, with rides, booths, food and drinks, live music and fun for the whole family. For details visit: www.backfischfest.de

MAINZER WEINMARKT (WINE MARKET)

SEP. 1-4, STADTPARK, MAINZ

The city of Mainz invites you to a dazzling wine fest with local wineries and regional displays. Visitors can stroll around the fest ground and taste wines. Colorful musical entertainment, arts and crafts display, ceramics, jewelry and wooden crafts along with regional dishes. For details see: mainzer-weinmarkt.de

KERWE/VILLAGE FESTIVALS IN SEPTEMBER

VILLAGE/TOWN SQUARES

Enjoy a typical German village fest with music, rides, vendors, activities for kids, regional specialties and beverages. The following fests are coming up soon: Alsenborn and Otterberg both on Sept. 2. Weilerbach on Sep. 22. Also check your local “Amtsblatt” for individual towns

SWINGING LAUTERN

AUG. 31 - SEP. 2, CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN

It’s high time to celebrate and swing into fall. Swing, jazz, soul and salsa invite you to swing along. During the three-day event downtown Kaiserslautern will turn into one large music stage, food and drinks galore and marching bands strolling around the pedestrian zone. USAFE Band formations among the musicians. Full schedule to be posted shortly, stay tuned!

WEINFEST DER MITTELMOSEL (MID MOSELLE WINE FEST)

AUG. 31 - SEP. 4, MOSELLE PROMENADE, BERNKASTEL-KUES

Enjoy a typical wine fest at the largest festival along the Moselle River, with vendors, handcraft, rides, regional specialties and lots of wine. Live music on all five days on various stages. Parade on Sunday at 2 p.m. For details visit: www.bernkastel.de

WEINFEST (WINE FEST)

SEP. 1-2, CONGRESS CENTER, RAMSTEIN

Join in the fun, have a delicious taste of wine or a regional specialty along with live music.

800 YEARS CITY RIGHTS/MEDIEVAL FEST

SEP. 2-3, OLD TOWN, ZELL/MOSELLE

The city of Zell is celebrating 800 years of city rights with a spectacular medieval festival. Enjoy jugglers, historic music and dance, a medieval market with vendors, handcraft, food and drink. Lukas of Manderscheid conquered the city, watch fencing challenges and fire shows and get a good laugh with Curiositas the fool. There will be plenty of hands-on activities for kids, such as “welding” small items or trying out a knight’s armor, and a bouncy castle. The band Spectaculatius will entertain visitors and a theater performance, depicting awarding of city rights, takes place at 2 p.m. Sat and Sun. For details visit: www.stadt-zell-mosel.de

UNICORN TOWN MOVIE

screen. Director Nick Alfieri will personally present his film Unicorn Town, offering insights into the filmmaking process and answering questions after the screening. The movie brings German-American friendship to life in a unique story about American Football in rural Germany. For details see www.welcome-to-rlp.org/events.

FLEA MARKETS IN/NEAR KMC

KL Gelterswoog, Flea Market every Saturday in the summer

Otterberg, Flea and Antique Market, Lager Reich, Im Althütterhof 4a, Sep. 1

STADTFEST LANDSTUHL

SEP. 8-10, CITY CENTER, LANDSTUHL

Visit a traditional city festival with food and drink booths, vendors, live music and lots of fun all around the city center of Landstuhl.

DÜRKHEIMER

WURSTMARKT (WINE FEST)

SEP. 8-12 AND 15-18, FESTPLATZ, BAD DÜRKHEIM

Experience the world’s largest wine fest at picturesque Bad Dürkheim next to the world’s largest wine barrel. Hundred of vendors will sell their crafts, clothes and decoration items. There will be food and drink and lots of wine in a large tent with live music and in rows of small cozy and family-run winery run huts. Exciting rides for youngsters and adults alike invite guests to a grand time. Make sure to have a plan when drinking alcohol and a safe way to get home. Visitors are advised that special trains will be offered on both weekends leaving from Kaiserslautern/ Landstuhl and tour operators offer bus tours to the event. For details see: https://www.bad-duerkheim.de/kulturtourismus/veranstaltungen-feste/duerkheimer-wurstmarkt/

HERBSTMARKT MIT WEINDORF (AUTUMN FEST WITH WINE VILLAGE)

SEP. 9 - 18, FESTPLATZ, LANDAU

Enjoy a large harvest and wine fest with wine tasting, Palatinate dishes, live music and a craft market. Rides and cotton candy for kids, and live music to swing into the autumn mood. For details visit: www.tourismus-landau.de

OKTOBERFEST

SEP. 16 - OCT. 3, THERESIENWIESE, MUNICH

The world’s largest beer fest is scheduled to start with the parade of the brewery horses and tapping of the keg on Sat. 16. Large tents with music and Bavarian Händl (rotary chicken), a multitude of exciting rides, vendors, food, drinks and sweets invite international guests to 17 days of lively Bavarian spirit. Local tour operators also offer tour packages to the event.

IONTACH: IRISH MUSIC UNLIMITED

SEP. 22, 8-10 P.M., STIFTSKIRCHE, KAISERSLAUTERN

The band consisting of three renowned musicians from Ireland are not only great vocalists, but offer an array of instruments such as flutes, violins, Irish bagpipes, guitars, bouzouki, cello, keyboards and bodhran. The group is one of the most popular and humoristic formations of the Irish music scene.

KERWE (VILLAGE FEST)

SEP. 22-24, TOWN CENTER, WEILERBACH

Experience a typical village festival with live music, food and drink, live music and Sunday shopping on Sep. 24.

CANNSTADTER WASEN (BEER FEST)

SEP. 22 - OCT. 8, FESTPLATZ, STUTTGART/CANNSTADT

Enjoy Germany’s second largest beer fest with exciting rides, giant beer tents, vendors, food and drink. The fest is somewhat smaller than Oktoberfest in Munich and more relaxed. Trains will be available from Kaiserslautern and transfer to the fairgrounds in Cannstadt. For details see: https://www.cannstatter-volksfest.de

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Finding remains of missing Service Members a diplomatic success story

by David Vergun Department of Defense News

The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency has been searching for remains of U.S. military members in 45 nations.

Besides bringing closure to their loved ones, this effort has strengthened America’s diplomatic ties with those nations, said the agency’s director, Kelly McKeague, who spoke virtually today with the Center for a New American Security.

The Defense Department partners with the State Department in this effort, as well as the local population of each country, he said.

When the agency sends investigative or recovery teams to those nations, local residents are usually employed to assist, McKeague said.

“Villagers from far and wide descend upon the site and help the team with the labor that’s associated with that particular excavation,” he said. “We are projecting American values in a positive way. And more importantly, for many of these cultures and many of these citizens, it’s an opportunity to give back.”

McKeague provided three examples.

In the South Pacific islands of Papua New Guinea, Palau and the Solomons, they revere ancestors who have passed away.

“When they hear of our teams coming into their village to look for what they call ‘our grandfathers,’ it’s an amazing dynamic. Some of our team leaders who are captains and master sergeants are made tribal chiefs, which I think is an incredible dynamic in that peopleto-people contact. … It’s also a means of projecting soft power in

terms of American values at the local and regional level,” he said.

In 1985, just 10 years after the last U.S. servicemember left South Vietnam, the government of Vietnam approached the United States and said that they wanted to cooperate with the United States, because they knew that finding missing Americans is important to us, McKeague said.

That conversation took place amid economic sanctions and trade embargoes with Vietnam, and predated normalization of relations 10 years later, he noted.

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Today, Vietnam is a prosperous, stable country, due in part because they manifested their trust in the U.S. by unconditionally cooperating in the recovery of MIA remains.

Vietnam’s expertise in recovering remains is outstanding, McKeague said. During the COVID19 pandemic, when agency personnel could not travel, Vietnam’s teams unilaterally excavated remains of U.S. service members.

One of those remains identified was Navy Cdr. Paul Charvet, an A-1H Skyraider pilot shot down over

North Vietnam on March 21, 1967.

About two years ago, the agency received those remains from Vietnam and identified him. His mother, then 101 years old, was on hand to receive the news that her son had been found, he said.

“What an incredible moment that was, made possible because the American-trained Vietnamese recovered those remains that we then identified,” he said.

South Korea, another big success story, approached the United States about 20 years ago and said that they still had about 300,000

people missing from the Korean War, and they asked for help from the U.S., McKeague said.

The agency helped South Korea set up a similar agency. “Their laboratory rivals ours in terms of expertise. We have had joint scientific exchanges. We’ve had joint operations,” he said.

McKeague said his greatest wish is that North Korea will resume repatriation of remains of U.S. service members.

“North Korea presents a great opportunity … that might one day lead to better relations,” he said.

Army Capt. Weston Iannone, a team leader with the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, speaks to attendees of a repatriation ceremony as part of an underwater recovery operation in Hansa Bay, Papua New Guinea, April 12.

Photo by Marine Corps Sgt. Jack A. E. Rigsby

South Korean and United States service members fold flags over boxes containing the remains from the Korean War during the Korean War Remains Joint Repatriation Ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Sept. 22, 2021.

Photo by Army Staff Sgt. Michael O’Neal

Welcome to our informational series on driving in Germany.

Last week we discussed idling of engines. This week our driving topic is when and correctly driving in a traffic circle.

The same rules for traffic circles apply in Germany and the U.S. We were asked from multiple people to share basic

behavioral rules in local traffic circles as there seem to be many misunderstandings (I can think of at least two traffic circles in the area that are complicated).

The basic rules are:

• When wanting to enter a traffic circle, yield to vehicles already in the traffic circle.

• Cars in the traffic circle have the right of way.

• Use a turn signal when exiting the traffic circle.

• The direction of travel is right.

• Use caution when entering, driving in and exiting a traffic circle.

When there are traffic lights in the traffic circle, those dictate the rules.

Next week, we’ll discuss bicycling in Germany.

Story and graphic by German American Community Office

Florida National Guard activated as hurricane Idalia approaches

by David Vergun Department of Defense News

Hurricane Idalia reached Florida’s west coast Aug. 30.

Idalia “may bring a life-threatening storm surge to portions of the Florida Gulf Coast, as well as strong winds and significant flooding across Southeastern states,” according to a Federal Emergency Management Agency report posted to its website on Aug. 29.

FEMA is closely coordinating with affected states and stands ready to provide support. FEMA Incident Management Assistance Teams are deployed to affected areas to provide support as needed and additional supplies and teams are on standby, according to the report.

The Florida National Guard has been fully activated with a mobilization of over 3,000 guardsmen in position across the state for preparedness and response efforts, and an additional 1,800 guardsmen are on their way to the state, said Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh, who held a news conference on Aug. 29.

“This is a storm that we are

certainly taking seriously, the state of Florida is taking seriously, in terms of not only making sure that we have the appropriate number of people in the state of Florida to help with any response that’s needed but also prepositioning any assets or any forces that might be needed in the aftermath of the storm,” Singh said.

Singh also provided an update to the relief efforts in the aftermath of the western Maui wildfire.

As of Aug. 29, approximately 580 National Guardsmen, 133 additional Defense Department personnel and 119 Coast Guardsmen are actively engaged in the coordinated response, she said.

U.S. Army Pacific is executing mission assignments from FEMA. The most recent mission assignment is potable water distribution support, she said.

Navy mobile diving salvage unit teams from Pacific Fleet concluded their dive operations on Aug. 28. Joint Task Force 5-0 continues search and rescue activities with the Hawaii National Guard teams, the FBI and the

Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, Singh said.

Hawaii National Guard continues round-the-clock support of local law enforcement. The 25th

trucks distributed about 470 gallons of fuel over the past 48 hours in support of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ temporary power operations, she said.

Division’s fueling

Pacific Fleet’s Navy Environ-

mental Preventive Medicine Unit Six deployed two sailors to Maui on Aug. 29 in support of potable water testing for the task force’s water distribution mission, Singh said.

Infantry

Florida National Guard soldiers prepare for post-Hurricane Idalia search-and-rescue missions in Tallahassee, Fla., Aug. 29.

Photo by Army Spc. Christian Wilson

Army Sgt. Haley Riley, an avenger crewmember with 1-265th Air Defense Artillery Battalion, secures a light medium tactical vehicle in preparation for Hurricane Idalia, in Florida, Aug. 29. Courtesy photo

Super simple swaps to reduce waste

Story and photos by Leonie Milde for MilitaryInGermany.com

With our planet slowly falling apart, we see words like ‘zero waste’ and ‘sustainability’ floating around the internet and feel guilt-tripped by people with 2 oz. waste jars that hold a year’s worth of trash. The truth is, you don’t need to be zero waste, never go on vacation and only wear hemp shirts from now on. There are so many super simple swaps that make for a great alliteration, save you some money (though sometimes only in the long run) and really help reduce your waste without jeopardizing your daily conveniences in any way. You’ve probably already started bringing your own bag to the grocery store and maybe even opting for package-free produce or taking public transport when you can but since there’s always more to be done, here’s a handy list of products to add to your arsenal in the battle against pollution.

I often have people tell me that they don’t throw their trash in the ocean so they’re fine. Unfortunately it’s not quite that easy and if you’ve ever taken a stroll along a river and stuffed your candy wrapper in a full bin on the side of the path there’s a good chance that the wind blew it right into the water and a few weeks later a fish choked on it. That might sound a bit extreme but it is ultimately the course of things and the reason we need to stop it at the source. After all, if your bathtub was flooding your bathroom, you wouldn’t reach for a mop first. You’d turn off the tap. That is exactly what we need to do with plastic.

A helpful little thing to remember in the process of being a bit more green are the five R’s of Sustainability:

Refuse: Say no to freebies and things you know you don’t need.

Reduce: Cut back on clothes shopping and opt for natural fibers when you do (microplastic gets into your water with every round of laundry). Trust me, I know how good it feels to buy that 7th plain white T but with 2,700 liters of water being needed for one t-shirt, it’s time we find a way to make retail therapy more sustainable. Get addicted to buying single, lonely bananas for example. Most people

opt for bundles and the single ones will get tossed out. #justiceforbananas

Reuse: Bring reusable mugs, water bottles, bags and straws to avoid single-use anythings. Buy second hand and sell /donate clothes you no longer wear to give them a new life. See below for tips.

Recycle: Recycling is a touchy subject because statistics hint that up to 90 percent of recyclable waste does not actually get recycled. Nonetheless, make sure to separate your trash to give them their best chance. Go for recycled toilet paper and paper towels as they take significantly less water and resources to be produced but don’t rely on the general concept of recycling to justify huge amounts of plastic wrappers. See above for what to choose instead.

Rot: If you live off base, your landlord will provide a separate trash container for organic waste. You might also want to consider setting up a compost pile in your garden, which is a great way for children to learn about the natural process of rotting. Whenever you can, go for packaging that can rot as it will become one with nature again without leaving a trace.

bottle wherever you are: uni, school, work, airport, a public bathroom while shopping etc.

Coffee mugs can be great souvenirs and mine are either bamboo to make them compostable or more than 5 years old. I can’t imagine traveling without these and no matter how full my backpack is, there is always room for them. It’s tempting to think ‘it’s just one coffee cup’ but if 8 billion people share that thought, a catastrophe is unavoidable. Bonus: most cafés give you a discount if you bring your own mug and you save the money in the long run.

Straws

Straws are a big topic right now and while I personally think they distract a bit from the bigger waste problem, it is certainly a place to start. If you haven’t seen the turtle video yet, do so now. I’ll wait. Americans alone use 500 MILLION straws a day. Straws are made from soft plastic, which is basically impossible to recycle and are used for such a short time that it stresses me out to think about them.

(remove the white bits first) and a twig of rosemary soaked in pure vinegar, which can be bought in glass bottles, for about 2 weeks and then topped up with water at a 1:1 ratio. Smells fresh and is a true warrior when it comes to those nasty white limestone stains in the kitchen and bathroom.

A few more things to consider:

Sustainable staples in my household

Again with the alliteration. Here are some products that I use on a daily basis.

Coffee and tea mugs and water bottles of all sizes. I agree that I probably don’t need this many (note to self: see ‘reduce’) but they are sooo pretty. Ok seriously though, I do not leave my house without either of these.

The chilly’s bottles have fantastic designs (and it is a daily struggle of mine not to buy more of them) and keep your water cold for 24 hours or warm for 12. They also do coffee mugs and food containers. German tap water quality is superb and there is no need to drink bottled water instead. You might want to get a water filter but it’s fine straight from the tap, too, and you can refill your

Bathroom essentials

Shampoo, shower gel, conditioner and hand soap bars. They take some time to get used to but are completely zero waste if you buy them at Lush or come wrapped in paper if you get them at a drugstore. The tins are ideal for traveling. Bonus: no worries getting through airport security with a carry-on.

Reusable cotton pads. Simply throw them in a laundry net and add to your next washing cycle. Air dry and you’re done. Either make them yourself by cutting squares out of old cotton t-shirts or order them online on amazon or etsy.

Toothpaste tabs. Another one that takes a while to get used to but can be bought in bulk (paper) to cut back on plastic tubes.

Coconut oil. Perfect for moisturizing and a great shaving cream substitute. Always available in glass.

Bamboo toothbrush (and case). Can now be bought at almost every drug store or organic supermarket for not much more money than plastic ones. The case is from hydrophil and great for traveling. (Hydrophil donates 10 percent of proceeds to Viva Con Agua, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing clean dinking water and sanitary facilities to countries without either)

Cotton dental floss. Comes in a little glass jar and is compostable. Safety razor. At circa €30, it’s not the cheapest but it’ll last a lifetime and the blades are very cheap to replace. Check out bareaya.com

At home, I use metal or glass straws that come with a little cleaning brush and on the go I have a handy key chain with a foldable straw inside.

Final Straw had the original idea but there are much cheaper options online. Simply take it wherever you go and you’ll never need to ask for a straw again.

Use beeswax wraps and tupperware instead of cling film. Cling film can’t be recycled and produces methane when it breaks down in landfill so it’s an overall inconvenience to the planet. Instead, you can store food in old jars or tupperware in the fridge or freezer or cover bowls with beeswax wraps, cotton sheets made water resistant with wax that can be rinsed and reused over and over again. They often have cute designs and can be bought at gruene-bude.de

Introduce meatless Mondays in your household. Being meat free once a week already cuts down your meat-related emissions by 1/7.

Dish

brush

I bought this one at Alnatura but they can be found pretty much everywhere these days. The handle and head are made from wood. The brush can be replaced and is 100% compostable.

Go for plant milk from time to time. One glass of milk requires 0.6 kg of CO2, 1.6 sq. m of land and 120 liters of water to make it to your table. Oat milk on the other hand only produces 0.2 kg of CO2, requires 0.2 sq. m of land and merely needs 15 liters of water. Just something to think about. Check for a bulk food store around you. Unverpackt in Kaiserslautern and Schüttgut in Stuttgart and Bio Unverpackt in Wiesbaden sell a wide range of produce, candy, grains, oils, toiletries and zero waste supplies. Remember to bring your own bags and containers and you’re good to go. If you don’t have any yet, you can also buy some at your respective store. See wastelandrebel.com to find the zero waste store closest to you.

Homemade all purpose cleaner

Many cleaning products contain ingredients that are just as harmful to the environment as a straw. Once they’re in our water they are everywhere and pollute our rivers and water supplies. Thankfully there are lots of eco-friendly brands that use organic ingredients but if you want to go all out and save some money, I suggest making your own. This is simply old lemon/ any citrus peels that I freeze until I have enough

Get a calendar that tells you what fruit and vegetables are in season and shop accordingly. Choose regional products whenever you can.

The most important thing to remember is that every action has consequences and while that can make you feel bad about every steak you eat, what it should really do is remind you that all these little swaps and steps have the power to make a difference one straw or almond milk macchiato at a time. Alexa, play “Wake Up America” by Miley Cyrus.

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz holds relinquishment of responsibilities ceremony

Linda Lambiotte

The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz bid farewell to its top enlisted leader during a ceremony held at Armstrong’s Club on Aug. 25.

Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen J. LaRocque relinquished his responsibilities after two and a half years serving as USAG Rheinland-Pfalz’s command sergeant major.

“Command Sgt. Maj. LaRocque

loves being a Soldier,” said Col. Reid Furman, USAG RheinlandPfalz commander, who presided over the ceremony. “There is a saying that says ‘leaders build leaders’ — no one does that better than him.”

Furman praised LaRocque’s ability to effectively communicate, while solving problems and overcoming challenges.

“It all starts with people,” he said. “He is a leader, mentor, and instructor. He is the number one advocate for Soldiers across the Garrison footprint, and he’s the

leader you want on your side when making tough calls.”

LaRocque is heading to Joint Base Lewis-McCord in Washington, where he will serve as the command sergeant major for the 7th Infantry Division.

U.S. Army Support ActivityBlack Sea Command Sgt. Maj. Ronis Gutierrez will serve as acting command sergeant major pending arrival of Command Sgt. Maj. Raymond Wrensch in October. Wrensch previously served as the command sergeant major for the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vicenza, Italy.

“It was incredible to see from behind the curtain what makes an installation run,” said LaRocque. “I am truly amazed by our garrison employees and all that they do to better the lives for everyone in our Army community.

“I often say that the biggest difference maker in anything is the simple act of caring, and we clearly have a lot of employees that are passionate and care about those they serve,” LaRoque said. “I am truly humbled to have been the Garrison command sergeant major for such an amazing group of people.”

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U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Truchon, Installation Management Command-Europe (right), presents Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen LaRocque, outgoing command sergeant major for U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, and his wife Nicole with an IMCOM-E plaque as a symbol of appreciation. LaRocque relinquished his responsibilities after two and a half years serving at USAG Rheinland-Pfalz.

Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen LaRocque, outgoing command sergeant major for U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, provides remarks during the U.S. Army Garrison relinquishment of responsibilities ceremony held at Armstrong Club in Kaiserslautern, Aug. 25.

Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen LaRocque, outgoing command sergeant major for U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, presents a bouquet of red roses to his wife Nicole during his relinquishment of responsibilities ceremony held Aug. 25 at Armstrong Club in Kaiserslautern. Red roses are traditionally given to the outgoing commander or command sergeant major’s spouse to signify the bonds of loyalty and affection between the command and the commander/command sergeant major’s spouse.

(Right) Col. Reid Furman, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz commander, receives the guidon from Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen LaRocque, outgoing command sergeant major for USAG Rheinland-Pfalz, during a relinquishment of responsibilities ceremony held Aug. 25 at Armstrong Club in Kaiserslautern.

MHS Genesis — New electronic health record

by Military Health System News

Need to look up your health record, request a prescription refill, check a lab result, schedule an appointment, or send a message to your health care team?

MHS GENESIS, the new electronic health record for the Military Health System, provides enhanced, secure technology to manage your health information.

MHS GENESIS integrates inpatient and outpatient solutions that will connect medical and dental information across the continuum of care, from point of injury to the military treatment facility. This includes garrison, operational, and en route care, increasing

efficiencies for beneficiaries and healthcare professionals.

When fully deployed, MHS GENESIS will provide a single health record for service members, veterans, and their families.

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal is a secure website for 24/7 access to your health information, including managing appointments and exchanging messages with your care team. The new patient portal is launching at sites as MHS GENESIS deploys, replacing the TRICARE Online Secure Patient Portal. To access the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal:

1. Go to the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

2. Log in with your Common

Access Card or DS Logon

Questions about the DS Logon?

• Contact the Defense Manpower Data Center at 1-800-538-9552

• Visit the MilConnect Website Note: When using a nonDepartment of Defense computer, you may receive an error message. Click “Proceed” or “Continue” to access the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal. Although you receive the error message, your MHS GENESIS Patient Portal is secure.

For more information about MHS GENESIS, products and resources are available for download at https://www.health.mil/News/ In-the-Spotlight/MHS-GENESIS.

KAISERSLAUTERN

MILITARY COMMUNITY CHAPEL SCHEDULE

RAMSTEIN CHAPEL PROGRAMS

86 AW/HC, Unit 3210, APO AE 09094-3210

North Chapel (Bldg 1201)

(DSN) 480-6148, (Civ) 06371-47-6148

South Chapel (Bldg 2403)

(DSN) 480-5753, (Civ) 06371-47-5753

Vogelweh Chapel (Bldg 2063)

Please call Ramstein North Chapel

Kapaun Chapel/Annex (Bldg 2781/2782)

Please call Ramstein North Chapel

For more information about our services, please visit us on Facebook: Facebook.com/ RamsteinChapelOfficial Or at the Ramstein Air Base website: https://www.ramstein.af.mil/About/Fact-Sheets/ Display/Article/2597677/kmc-chapels/ Buddhist (SGI)

Virtual Meetings, for more information thevoice@gmail.com

Orthodox

Divine Liturgy: Kapaun Chapel, 08:45 a.m., Sun

Children’s Church School: Kapaun Annex, 10:45 a.m., Sun

Adult Scripture Study: Kapaun Annex, 10.45 a.m., Sun

Great Vespers: Kapaun Chapel, 5 p.m., 4th Sat

Confessions: Available afterwards

Wiccan

Facebook.com/VogelwehOpenCircleSWC

Service: Kapaun Annex, 7 p.m., Sat Unitarian Universalist Facebook.com/ KaiserslauternUnitarianUniversalistFellowship

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 1:30 p.m., 2nd & 4th Sun

Catholic Holy Family Catholic Community Facebook.com/RamsteinCatholicCommunity

Daily Mass: North Chapel, 11:30 a.m., Tue-Fri

Confessions: North Chapel, by appointment only

Sunday Masses: North Chapel, 9 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sun

Knights of Columbus (K of C)

Meeting: North Chapel, 6 p.m., 2nd Tue

Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC)

(except July & Aug)

Bible Study: North Chapel, 9 a.m., Tue

Catholic Religious Education (RE)

(except June, July & Aug)

Kindergarten-7th

Ramstein Intermediate School: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Sun

Confirmation Class North Chapel: 6-7:30 p.m., Wed

Life Teen: North Chapel, 6:15 p.m., Sun

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

(except July & Aug)

Meeting: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Thu

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Early Morning Seminary/Scripture Study for High School aged students

Ramstein School: North Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Vogelweh School: Vogelweh Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Episcopal

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 10:45 a.m., Sun

Islam

Jumu’ah Khutbah: South Chapel, 1 p.m., Fri

Potluck: South Chapel, 7 p.m., 1st & 3rd, Fri

Jewish

Facebook.com/KMCMILJEWISHCOMMUNITY

Shabbat: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Fri

Sabbath Kiddush & Lunch: 1 p.m.; RSVP and request location by COB Wed*

Saturday Torah Study: 7 p.m.

— request location & Zoom link

Sunday Hebrew School & B’nei Mitzvah Study

— request location and Zoom link

Messianic

Service: South Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

Protestant

Contemporary North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun

Facebook.com/ramsteincontemporaryservice

(Deaf & Hard of Hearing Ministry ASL interpreter available)

Children’s Church: North Chapel Annex, Ages 5 and up

(Children are dismissed during service to attend)

Gospel: Vogelweh Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/VogelwehGospelService/

Children’s Church registration begins at 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Church: Vogelweh Chapel, Pre-K to 12th, Sun

Traditional: South Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteinprotestanttraditionalservice

Seventh-day Adventist

Worship service: North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sat

Bible Study: North Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

PMOC

Bible Study: South Chapel, 11:45 a.m., Wed

PWOC

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 6 p.m., Mon

Bible Study: South Chapel, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 6 p.m.,

Tue

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Thu

Protestant Youth of the Chapel (Middle & High School)

Grds 6-8: North Chapel, 3:30-5 p.m., Tue

Grds 9-12: North Chapel, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tue

Grds 6-12: Vogelweh Chapel, TBA

Officer Christian Fellowship

North Chapel Conference room, 6:45-8:45 p.m., Thu Awana (Sep-May)

North Chapel, 2-3:30 p.m., Sun

USAG

RHEINLAND-PFALZ

Daenner Chapel (Bldg 3150)

(DSN) 541-2105, (Civ) 0611-143-541-2105 Rock Chapel (Bldg 8308)

Rheinland Chapel (Bldg 8249)

(DSN) 531-3170, (Civ) 0611-143-531-3170

Pulaski Chapel (Bldg 2869)

LRMC/Hilltop Chapel (Bldg 3773) (DSN) 590-5713, (Civ) 06371-9464-5713 Catholic Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community

Daenner Chapel 11:30 a.m., Sun

LRMC Chapel 12 p.m., Tue, Wed, Fri

Confessions: On request

Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community Baumholder

Rheinland Chapel 9 a.m., Sun

Rheinland Chapel 12 p.m., Tue-Thu

Confession: On request

Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish Protestant Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community Chapel Next, Daenner Chapel 9:30 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Chapel Next at Daenner Kaserne

Traditional Protestant Service, LRMC Chapel 10:30 a.m., Sun Baumholder

Contemporary Service, Rock Chapel 10 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel

Protestant Women of the Chapel

Kaiserslautern PWOC, Pulaski Chapel 10 a.m., Wed pwocatkaiserslautern@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC at Kaiserslautern

Baumholder PWOC, Rock Chapel 9:30-11 a.m., Tue & 6:30-8 p.m., Wed pwoc.baumholder.ontherock@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC Baumholder

Islamic Services

Daenner Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri LRMC Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri Rock Chapel 12 p.m., Fri

Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 10:30 a.m., Sun., Im Gewerbegebiet 8, Baumholder

Call 0176-18300869 for more information.

Club Beyond

Weekly Clubs and Bible Studies for Middle School and High School students.

KMC: kaiserslautern@clubbeyond.org

Baumholder: baumholder@clubbeyond.org

Ramstein: ramstein@clubbeyond.org

Facebook: Club Beyond at KTown Club Beyond at Baumholder Club Beyond at Ramstein

Chic and Cozy 1-bedroom Apt in K-Town, fully furnished, 1.0bd, 1.0bth, 80sqm, BIK, liv, Pets require prior approval., available 24 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1350 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

Long-term, fully furnished 1-bdrm / 1bthrm apt, K-Town City, 106sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 4 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1880 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

Central & Stylish: 2 bdrm / 2 bathroom KTown City Apt, 125sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2023, Housing Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

Beautiful apartment for rent 130 sqm in Bruchmuehlbach-Miesau, near Ramstein. 3 bedrooms, walk-in closet, large living room with fireplace. Kitchen, bathroom and terrace. Tel. +4917621749984 neu feld.olga@gmx.de

Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 153sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

Fully equipped loft in Kreimbach-Kaulbach, 90sqm, 1 room, bath w/ shower+bathtub, seperate toilet, BIK, brand new a/c (perf. for someone w/ allergies), €650 + utilies. Deposit 1 month, avail now, call 0171-7471766.

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2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 70sqm, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 1 Sep. 2022, €90 +utl, call 0151537177, info@fewo-loewenzahn.de

Kaiserslautern, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 95sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 7 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €695 +utl, call 4915159455410, Astrid.Neumahr@gmx.de

Beautiful apartment in Mackenbach, 5 minutes to Ramstein Air Base. 116 square meters, 3 bedrooms, built-in kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, storage, balcony, basement, parking in driveway, big courtyard, no pets. Rent: €890 + utilities, Call: 0637152868, E-Mail: w.stork@kabelmail.de

Wiesbaden, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, no pets, available 1 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de

Bohemian cozy & chic: 2-bdrm apt, downtown KL, 1bth, Apartment, 79sqm, BIK, no pets, available 11 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

KL: Long-term furnished 2-bdrm, 1bth, Apartment, 106sqm, BIK, finished basement, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1675 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Newly renovated 2 bdr Apartment close to KTown City park/train station, 0.75bth, Apartment, 86sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 28 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1400 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@ prem-realestate.com

Newly renovated 2 bedroom APT in Miesenbach (close to RAB), 1bth, Apartment, 84sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 1 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €1350 +utl, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

Bruchmuehlbach, 3.0bd, 2.5bth, Apartment, furnished, 177sqm, BIK, liv/din, 2 storage rooms, fitness corner, terrace, laundry room, parking lot, available 15 Dez. 2022, €920 +utl, call 06372/5966, mschuhmacher@online.de

3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 100sqm, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 21 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €270,000 graef.schmidt@gmx.de

Radiant right side 2nd floor apt, Bruchmuehlbach, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 130sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 13 Feb. 2023, Housing will be Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Desirable KL-city apartment with alluring curb appeal, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 168sqm, BIK, liv, laundry, pets allowed, available 8 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2200 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

4bd, 2bth, House, 160sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juli 2022, €525000 +utl, call +49 (0) 6371 - 94 24 444, info@immobilien-konradi.de

living room, balc, no pets, non-smoking please, rent €1450 + util (only electricity). Call 0631-58796 from 10 am-9 pm

Enkenbach-Alsenborn, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 200sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 18 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Pet friendly XXL 3 bed, 3 1/2 bath Apartment in Kaiserslautern 298sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 21 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2250 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

5bd, 3bth, House, 367sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juli 2022, €849000 +utl, call +49 (0) 6371 - 94 24 444, info@im mobilien-konradi.de

FOR SALE: Unique log-cabin house in Waldmohr, close toRAB, 4bd, 4bth, 217sqm, open concept liv/din, fireplace, in-law suite, balcony, patio, yard, garden house, garage, carport, very well maintained, €499,000. Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

6bd, 5bth, House, 275sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juli 2022, €596000 +utl, call +49 (0) 6371 - 94 24 444, info@immobilienkonradi.de

Mackenbach house for sale, 4bd, 2.5bth, 210sqm, Housing Approved, €464.000 call 0172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@icloud.com

Mehlbach, 5bd, 4bth, House, 360sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 19 Juli 2023, €450000 +utl, NataschaKuhn@gmx.de

5.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 12 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call +49 6372 9919164, luisa.martin@kabel mail.de

Beautiful single family house for rent Wallhalben, 168 square meters, 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, built-in kitchen, large living-dining room, terrace 20 square meters, pets allowed, 2 x parking space, big fenced in property around 1,100 square meters, built 2003, newly renovated, rent: € 1,400 + utilities, available June 1, call: 0178-3766531, e-mail: petersonn tagaz@gmail.com

Schopp, 6BRs, 2fbth, House, 260sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, 2 private garages, pets allowed, available 01 Sep. 2023, maybe earlier, Housing Approved, €1750 +utl, call 0170-5754247 or 0631-89292128, schopphaus67707@gmail.com

Townhouse between RAB & Baumholder, Kusel area, spacious, 5bd, 2bth, 165sqm, built-in kitchen, open liv/din area, fenced-in yard, gas heat, heated floors, avail. now, housing approved, pets ok, €1650 +util, Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

Spacious Home with In-law Suite, 4bd, 2bth, House, 220sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2600 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

Single Family House in Nanzdietschweiler, 3 bed, 2,5 bath, 105 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1960, 276,60 kWh/ (m²a) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price € 159000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

5bd, 2.5bth, House, 220sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, dogs allowed, available 31 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €3100 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de

5bd, 3bth, Townhouse, 182sqm, balcony/terrace, laundry, bonus living space, garage, pets subject to approval, available now, housing approved, €1750 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

Kaiserslautern, 5bd, 2bth, House, 147sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, no pets, available 1 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, or call +49160-4449696 (English Speaking) whartmann44@gmail.com

Two Family House in Waldmohr, 6 bed, 3 bath, 236 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1960, 127,40 kWh/(m²a) EEK D, Bedarfsausweis. Price € 395000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, EMail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

8.0bd, 3.5bth, House, 325sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €2300 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@ prem-realestate.com

K'TOWN 10 MINS LOVELY FSH 5bd, 2.5bth, 225sqm, pets neg, available immediately, Housing Approved, €1980 +utl, WhatsApp +49172 68 55 976, mre.kmc@ic loud.com

dining room. 1 bathroom with shower, bathtub on the first floor. Guest toilet on the ground floor. With terrace and small garden. Bus stop, restaurants and shops within walking distance. For a viewing appointment What's app to 0049 174 910 5234 or email to wolfanja@onlinehome.de

Modernity meets Serenity: Duplex in Kaiserslautern-Moelschbach, 4bd, 2bth, House, 174sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2023, Housing Approved, €1980 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Beautiful free-standing house in Bann (close to LRMC), 3bd, 2bth, House, 150sqm, BIK, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €1850 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

BR House with 2 garages for rent, in Rothselberg, 195sqm, 2 baths, 2 living rooms, dining room, 2 BIK, Housing approved, availabe 13th September, €1280 +utl, Phone: +152 31 83 90 55, schehr@baum hardt.de

8bd, 5bth, House, 470sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 8 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €3800 +utl, call +49171-9524680, inform@tps-kl.de

Mackenbach, top big villa, 372sqm, 5bedrooms, 3 bath, studio, living-dingingroom, laundry, built-in-kitchen, garage, patio, fenced yard, monthly rent 3150€+util, Housing approved, avail start July. Call Ado on +49 1726801258 or email on: rmimmobilien@t-online.de

Bad Schwalbach, 5bd, 2.25bth, House, 243sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, dogs allowed, available 31 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €3200 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de

Kollweiler, 6.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 285sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 15 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2400 +utl, call 06304416481, joachimmichel@ar cor.de

Modern & family-friendly: Free-standing house in KL-Morlautern, 6.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 297sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, garage, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2023, Housing Approved, €2300 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

New building House for rent 200sqm, 5 bd, 2 bth, big living & dinner rm, new kitchen, Kindsbach Germany, 00491636034729, sandra-ilg@t-online.de

HOUSES FOR RENT 3 BEDROOMS

Duplex in Weselberg, close to LRMC, 3bd, 2bth, 179sqm, built-in kitchen w/pantry, open concept liv/din, patio & fencedin backyard, driveway, new heating system, available now, housing approved, €1790 +util, Contact Lilly: +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

Kaiserslautern duplex, close to soccer stadium, modern, heated floors, 4bd, 3bth, 240sqm, built-in kitchen, open concept liv/din, patio & backyard, garage, available Sept 1, housing approved, €2800 +utl, Contact Lilly +49 173 3647569, info@ german-aid.com

Obernheim-Kirchenarnbach: free-standing home with A/C near LRMC, 3 bd, 2 ba, built-in kitchen w/pantry, fenced-in yard, patio, fireplace, carport, housing approved, satellite internet incl. €1950 +util, contact Lilly: +49 173 3647569, info@ger man-aid.com

HOUSES FOR RENT 12 BEDROOMS

Taunusstein, 3bd, 2.5bth, House, 221sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 15 Juni 2023, Housing Approved, €2450 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerim mo.de

Weilerbach, 3bd, 2.5bth, House, 151sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 16 Aug. 2023, €1500 +utl, call 063742787, ernstkmueller@gmail.com

Read your newspaper online to get the latest news on your desktop, cell phone or tablet. Browse through the website or click through the pages of the Kaiserslautern American ip pages Visit the Kaiserslautern American website: www.KaiserslauternAmerican.com

2.0bd, 2.0bth, Townhouse, 172sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 22 Aug 2023, €3300 +utl, call or WhatsApp +1(310)980-9453 or email drmichelle wild@yahoo.com

TLA / TD Y

!!!!!1-5 bed luxury apts & houses for TLA/ TDY personnel in Ramstein. 2min to RAB.Short walk to shops/restaurants. 100% equipped, TV, AFN, English satellite, free phone, high speed internet, free calls to USA and Eur.good library and movie selection.Pets welcome.Free rental car, off street secured parking.Call Jennie 01712679282. OR luxuryapts09@yahoo.com

1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 65sqm, BIK, liv, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approved, €125 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxu rylodgingkl@yahoo.com

2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, 85" 4K Smart TV, Apple TV 4K, BOSE soundbar, PlayStation 5, home gym, sauna, grill, private garage, USD 1+, +utl, call +4967121540466, hello@stayeden.com

2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de

3BR 2BA TLA / TDY apartment, 5min from RAB [ref=W6D] ; brand new, spacious, fast internet, under floor heating, AC, balcony with BBQ grill, off street parking ; www.mytlahome.com/w6d ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Rare find: Spacious & Fully Furnished House for Long-term Renting, 3bd, 3.5bth, House, 300sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 31 Juli 2023, Housing Approved, €3300 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Wooden Wonder in Schwedelbach, Ramstein School District, 3bd, 2bth, House, 170sqm, BIK, liv/din, no pets, available now, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 85sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, private garage, 65" 4K Smart TV, Apple TV 4K, BOSE soundbar, PlayStation 5, home gym, sauna, grill, €1 +utl, call/ whatsapp +4915170149510 hello@stayeden.com

2BR 1.5BA TLA Apt with Air-Conditioning [ref=F2], Ramstein, 5min from RAB, TDY / PCS, NOT FOR PERMANENT LODGING ; pet friendly ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f2 ; +49 17624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

3BR 2BA TLA Apt with Air-Conditioning, Ramstein, 5min from RAB, TDY / PCS, NOT FOR PERMANENT LODGING, pet friendly ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f24 ; +49 17624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@myt lahome.com

1BR TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein [ref=S3], all included + rental car, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

3 BR APT Ramstein 5 min from RAB [ref=F1], 3 bd, 2 bth, 5min from RAB; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f1 ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

5BR 2.5BA TLA / TDY House in Ramstein, 5min from RAB [ref=L30], NOT FOR LONGTERM LODGING, all included + rental car, pets allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/ l30 ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inqui ries@mytlahome.com

1BR TLA Apt with AC, 5min from RAB [ref=M4B], only SHORT-TERM RENTALS, ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED ; www.mytlaho me.com/tla/m4b ; inquiries@mytlaho me.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 150sqm, BIK, no pets, available 24 Aug. 2022, Housing Approved, call 0174 243 0124, nbm4rent@ hotmail.com

3bd, 2bth, House, 163sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approved, €222 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxurylodgingkl@ya hoo.com

Beautiful, modern TLA in Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2023, call +491714308138, ktla@web.de

2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets ; www.mytla home.com/b81c ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp) ; inquiries@mytlahome.com

3BR 1.5BA TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein, NOT FOR LONG-TERM LODGING, all included, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/l32 ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

5bd, 3.5bth, Townhouse, 250sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, pets allowed, available 15 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inqui ries@mytlahome.com

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2012 Scion iQ 3-Door Hatchback AT, Hatchback, Gas, Automatic, $11,495 (S4429). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2012 Volkswagen Passat SE, Sedan / Saloon, Front, $12,699 (6850). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2013 Jeep Patriot Sport 4x4, SUV, Rear, 5Speed Manual, $11,699 (6530). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2014 Mitsubishi Pajero EU Specs, EU, $16,499 (6298). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 BMW 535i xDrive GT Luxury Line AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Dodge Charger SXT AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sa les@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Ford Fusion SE, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $12,999 (6917). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4x4, SUV, Rear, 6-Speed Automatic, $25,999 (6888). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Lexus IS 250, Sport Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Maserati Ghibli S Q4 AWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 4 Matic AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Audi Q3 Quattro Premium AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $28,799 (6537). The Used Car GuysKaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 BMW X6 xDrive35i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/ Sport Transmission, $37,999 (6556). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-BoschStrasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Audi A3 Premium Plus S-line Quattro AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 BMW 2 Series M235i xDrive, Coupe, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $29,999 (6886). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Buick Encore FWD 4dr Leather, Front, Automatic, $18,750 (604327). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@mi litarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Dodge Durango SXT AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $24,699 (6641). 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!

2017 Ford Explorer Base, SUV, Front, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $17,999 (6845). 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!

2017 Ford Fusion SE, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $20,999 (6893). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Honda Accord Sport, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $23,495 (S-4430). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Lexus NX 200t AWD, Wagon, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,999 (6305). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 BMW 118 D, Hatchback, Manual, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 BMW 228i Coupe, Coupe, Gas, Automatic, $22,495 (S-4426). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 063175003977, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Ford F-150 XLT 4x4, Pickup, Rear, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $31,999 (6447). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@used carguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T GLI, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Double Clutch, $20,799 (6879). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 BMW 318D GT, Sedan / Saloon, 8 Speed Automatic, $15,999 (6827). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Hyundai SONATA Sport, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $20,399 (6612). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Toyota Camry SE, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $22,995 (S-4428). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi Q3 2.0T quattro Premium Plus (AWD), SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $29,999 (6049). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi Q3 Quattro Premium AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $29,999 (6000). The Used Car GuysKaiserslautern, 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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2018 BMW 320i xDrive Sedan, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $24,995 (492208)

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2019 Audi A4 Premium Quattro, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (US3866). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Dodge Charger SXT, Sedan / Saloon, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,599 (6772). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Elite 4x4, SUV, Rear, 4WD 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,999 (6824). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW X1 xDrive28i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $30,999 (6689). 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 Chevrolet CorvetteStingray LT1, Coupe, RWD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Dodge Challenger SRT8 (392), Coupe, Manual, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Dodge Grand Caravan GT, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $16,995 (S-4350). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Escape SE AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $22,999 (6791). 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 Ford Escape Utility 4D SEL, SUV, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford EcoSport SES, Wagon, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $21,999 (6655). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Compass Sport, SUV, Front, 6Speed Manual, $21,999 (6575). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Escape SE AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $21,999 (6894). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Escape SEL, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $26,997 (5738). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Fiesta ST Line, Hatchback, Front, 5-Speed Manual, $20,999 (6729).

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2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $22,997 (5531). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Fusion S, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Automatic, $22,999 (6857).

2019 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Manual, $28,999 (6613). 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!

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2018 Hyundai SANTA FE Sport, SUV, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $16,999 (6869). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Mercedes-Benz A 200 EU Specs, EU, $27,999 (E6417). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Range Rover Evoque HSE 4WD, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $26,995 ( US3325). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Audi A4 Premium Quattro, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $31,995 (US3862). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 RobertBosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@used carguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Honda CR-V EX AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, CVT, $31,999 (6634). 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!

2019 Honda Odyssey EX-L, Minivan, Front, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $34,899 (6376). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Hyundai Kona SEL AWD, SUV, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Kia Forte LXS, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2019 Toyota Highlander XLE AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Automatic w/Sequential Shift Mode, $35,999 (6810). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Audi A4 Premium 45 TFSI Quattro, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (US3720). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Audi A4 quattro Prestige 45 TFSI, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $40,999 (6408). 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!

2020 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (US3864). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Fusion S, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Automatic, $24,999 (6639). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Toyota Highlander XLE, SUV, Front, 8-Speed Automatic w/Sequential Shift Mode, $34,999 (6761). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu FWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Buick Envision AWD 4dr Essence, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $33,950 (004309). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@mi litarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $23,999 (5551). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $36,999 (6697). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $24,199 (6764). 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!

2020 Ford Fusion SE AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $26,499 (6570). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Audi A4 quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $38,999 (6645). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford EcoSport Titanium AWD, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,499 (6564). The Used Car GuysKaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 250 4MATIC, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7Speed Double Clutch, $39,999 (6565). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Nissan Rogue S AWD, Wagon, AWD/ 4WD, 7-Speed Shiftable CVT, $26,999 (6692). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@used carguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i\tabM sport Pkg., SUV, Gas, Automatic, $43,995 (S-4420). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $41,699 (6800). 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!

2020 Ford Escape SE, SUV, Front, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,497 (5562). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Subaru Crosstrek Limited, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable CVT, $31,999 (6653). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid, EU, $27,497 (E6543). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Corolla LE, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW X4 xDrive30i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/ Sport Transmission, $47,599 (6659). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Dodge Charger SXT, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (S-4427). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD, AWD/ 4WD, Automatic, $36,295 (004310). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)162-2145729, JH83006@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $37,270 (004312). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)1622145729, JH83006@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Golf GTE Plug In Hybrid, EU, $29,997 (E6557). 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!

2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $39,995 (US-3869). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands 4x4 *Ltd Avail*, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $41,900 (104155). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)162-2145729, JH83006@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Mustang Ecoboost2 Door Coupe, Coupe, Manual, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sa les@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2021 Volkswagen Tiguan S 4Motion, SUV, Gas, Automatic, $28,495 (137521). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4x4, SUV, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $44,999 (6910). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volkswagen Taos SE 4MOTION, Rear, Automatic, $34,512 (204153). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 Audi A5 Sportback Premium 40 TFSI quattro, Rear, Automatic, $48,790 (335423). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, pwilliam@militarycars.com.

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2023 Audi A5 Sportback S line Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro, Rear, Automatic, $53,490 (335393). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, pwilliam@militarycars.com.

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2023 Audi Q3 Premium Plus 40 TFSI quattro, Automatic, $41,890 (335089). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback Select, Hatchback, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $27,899 (6335). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@used carguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volvo XC60 T6 Inscription AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $45,999 (6902). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Audi Q2, $30,997 (E6733). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW X2 S Drive MSport, EU, $29,999 (E6771). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $39,995 (S-4432). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, Front, $31,999 (6381). 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!

2022 Toyota C-HR XLE, Wagon, Front, 7Speed Shiftable CVT, $28,499 (6792). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-BoschStrasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Toyota Highlander XLE, SUV, Front, 8-Speed Automatic w/Sequential Shift Mode, $43,199 (6867). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volvo XC90 T5 Momentum &- 7 Passenger, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $49,995 (S-4434). Ramstein Used CarsKaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 063175003977, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 Audi Q3 Premium Plus 40 TFSI quattro, Automatic, $41,890 (335345). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 Dodge Charger SXT RWD, Rear, Automatic, $37,120 (390255). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)1622145729, JH83006@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 MINI Countryman Cooper S ALL4, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $29,999 (6664). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW X5 xDrive 40 I, Midsize Sport Activity Vehicle, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Ford Bronco Sport AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $32,999 (6504). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volkswagen Atlas SE 4Motion AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Automatic with Tiptronic, $38,999 (6829). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0T S DSG, Front, Automatic, $33,675 (204152). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@mi litarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE, Wagon, Front, CVT, $22,999 (5974). 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!

2021 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 7-Passenger AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $49,999 (6746). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Honda CR-V LX, SUV, Front, CVT, $30,999 (6569). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Honda Passport EX-L, SUV, Front, 9Speed Shiftable Automatic, $37,597 (6562). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Mercedes-Benz V-Klasse (V300), $44,999 (6862). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volkswagen Passat SE, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $28,995 (US-3857). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75003977, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volvo XC90 T6 Inscription 3rd Row AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $55,999 (6825). 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!

2023 Audi A3 Premium Plus 40 TFSI, Front, Automatic, $39,895 (335320). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, pwilliam@mi litarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

Italy is famous for piazzas, towers, museums, sunshine, and tourist shops around every corner. Turin is not like most places in Italy. The weather is generally temperate. Most tourist hordes in the north of Italy opt for Milan, Florence, and Venice. As a result, the city feels…different. In a good way.

Turin also has a cool history. Celtic tribes established a city in the same spot hundreds of years before the Romans (the Po River was a good place to be), and Turin was the first capital of the unified Kingdom of Italy from 1861-65.

The city has so many cool things to do, it’s almost difficult to choose. Here are seven great places to start.

1. Must-see: Turin’s Royal Residence

The crown jewel (almost literally) of Turin, the ‘Royal Residence’ is actually a series of gorgeous buildings that contain some of the city’s best destinations, including a palace, library, armory, art gallery and archeological museum.

No royal residence would be complete without some spot-on royal gardens. Turin doesn’t disappoint. Visitors to the Royal Garden will feel like they’ve stepped into another, very green, era.

2. Church of the Holy Shroud (St. John Cathedral)

The Holy Shroud (commonly known as the Shroud of Turin) has been rumored for centuries to be the cloth in which Christ was buried. Though definitively proving that claim isn’t easy, the cloth still contains the image of a face and is treated like a holy relic. No matter what you believe, the visit

to St. John Cathedral is worth it. It’s also incredible to see (and learn more about) the incredible high-tech approaches used to secure and preserve the Shroud.

3. Porto Palazzo

Love shopping? Love buying fresh vegetables or snapping photos of mouth-watering food displays? Then the Porto Palazzo is for you. Even if you don’t love shopping or food, you’ll still have a blast here. Located in the heart of Turin, Porto Palazzo is one of the biggest markets in Europe. You can get lost there. Seriously. But it’s the best kind of lost.

4. Egyptian Museum

The oldest (and one of the best, after the Museum of Antiquities in Cairo) Egyptian museum in the world is in Turin. Founded in 1824, the Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum) contains an excellent collection of sarcophagi, statues, and other relics from one of the

oldest civilizations in the world. Open daily, the museum is also great for kids.

5. Catch a Juventus match

For soccer (or football, as it is called in Italy) fans, Turin’s local team can be a bit polarizing. Some fans detest Juventus FC like they might detest the Dallas Cowboys or the New York Yankees, mostly because Juventus is (and long has been) one of the best teams in the world. The team also inspires something like religion among the locals, which is why catching a match in Turin is an incredible cultural experience. As a bonus, some of America’s top players, including Tim Weah and Weston Mckennie, have recently played with Juventus.

6. Head to the Alps

Turin is the perfect jumping-off city for outdoor Alpine adventures during all four seasons. You’re less than an hour from hiking, skiing, cycling, via ferrata, and some of

the most extraordinary natural terrain in all of Europe. In a lot of ways, Turin feels like a very big mountain town — sort of like an elegant Italian cousin to a place like Denver.

7. Let’s talk about food (and drink)

It’s no surprise that a city in Italy might be famous for food. But Turin has a different scene than what you might find in Tuscany or the Veneto. Turin is in Piedmont, which means the food is exquisite and the people are down to earth, which is a brilliant combination.

If you love coffee and pastries, you’re in luck. Turin is famous for its pastry shops, and rightfully so. The city’s bakers and pastry chefs give the best French chefs a serious run for their money. Visitors will find an incredible selection of beautifully designed (and great-tasting) cakes, meringues, tarts, and so much more.

And then there are coffee shops. Turin is famous for having a dozen or so historic cafés, each of which is packed with cultural and political history. Some, like Café Al Bicerin or Café Fiorio, are more than 200 years old. And, of course, it’s Italy. Great espresso can be had anywhere in the city. If you like cheese, fine chocolates, gelato, and wine, you’re in luck, too. The Piedmont region has dozens of delicious cheeses, and Turin has more than 200 shops that specialize in wine.

Getting there

By car, Turin is 7.5 hours from Kaiserslautern or Wiesbaden, and around 6.5 hours from Stuttgart. Many low-fare air carriers offer direct flights to Turin. For train options, check with Deutsche Bahn.

After 21 years of restoration from the fire of 1997, Guarino Guarini’s Chapel of the Holy Shroud reopened to the public in its baroque magnificence.

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Panoramic view on Turin skyline, with the city center, Po river, and Mole Antonelliana, on a clear winter morning with alps in the background.

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ABC IN KMC: Grape harvest

by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

If you’re a lover or even connoisseur of great wines, or rather prefer fruity grape juice, you’re just in the right place to be. Germany is one of Europe’s largest winegrowing countries and the state of Rheinland-Pfalz produces two-thirds of the country’s fine wines.

The Moselle and Saar valleys along with Rheinhessen are wellknown grape growing regions. Most of the vineyards are on or very close to the 50th latitude, which is rather unusual in international comparison. High quality and successful viticulture is only possible based on a special unique meso and microclimate condition.

The “Deutsche Weinstrasse” (German wine road) stretches 85 kilometers from Rheinhessen in the north to the French Alsace region in the southwest and ends at Deutsches Weintor (wine gate). Many famous towns such as Bad Dürkheim, Neustadt and Landau lie along the way and the region is renowned for vineyards as far as the eye can see

on flat plains in close proximity to the Rhine River. The special mild climate zone provides 1.800 hours of sun a year.

Another famous viticulture region is along the Moselle and Saar rivers, but on steep slopes with up to 60 percent inclines. Approximately 60 million vines grow along the steep hills where the winding rivers reflect sunlight onto the slopes and warm the vines to ripen to a plentiful harvest.

The Celts were the first to cultivate white grapes along the banks and slopes of the Moselle river almost 3000 years ago. The Romans refined the winemaking process, improved the quality and eventually introduced darker red grapes. As wine consumption of the Romans grew along with the empire throughout the centuries, soldiers and civil servants were paid with wine, rather than coins, and even slaves received a daily ration.

About 9.25 million hectoliters (2.4 million gallons) of wine are produced annually in Germany and approximately 257,000 hectoliters (6,789,221 gallons) alone are exported to the United States.

September marks the beginning of the harvest season which can last until December. Large state-ofthe art grape harvesters can pick the grapes on even surfaces. The machines are able to pull the actual grape fruits off the small twigs and leaves by shaking and rattling them before they are conveyed to a large container. However, the vineyards on the steep slopes of the Moselle and Rhine Rivers have to be picked by hand, a very tedious and backaching task, with thousands of harvesters working with century old techniques.

After the initial grape press-

ing process, also known as keltering, the premier wine produced is called “Federweisser” (feather white) because of its milky, white color. Although very sweet in taste, it also has a high alcohol content and is often sold in containers in little booths along the roadside.

A tradition that comes with the season is delicious and spicy “Zwiebelkuchen” (onion cake) together with the semi-processed wine. The warm dish, more of a quiche than a typical cake, with onions and bacon bits, is a perfect complement to the fizzy new wine. Freshly pressed, pure and sweet grape

juice is also a perfect alternative for those that prefer a non-alcoholic delight.

After the first winter frost in late November or early December, the very last grapes are handpicked and processed into a sweet, rare and expensive “Eiswein” (ice wine). Wine festivals take place in almost every village throughout the season and Neustadt/Weinstrasse is the host of the German Weinlese Fest (wine harvest fest) with a parade and a wine village set up with wooden booths to celebrate the harvest season. The German Weinkönigin (wine queen), required to have a broad knowledge about the different types of grapes and wines and their making, is crowned for a year. This year the festival will take place Sep. 22 to Oct. 9 with a parade on Sunday, Oct. 8.

Bad Dürkheim hosts the world’s largest wine fest called “Wurstmarkt,” which will take place Sep. 8-12 and 15-18. The “Fest des Federweissen” is scheduled in Landau Oct. 12-15. Don’t miss out on these special occasions in Germany’s largest wine producing state.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

RECURRING EVENTS

Music Friday Nights at Baumholder Warrior Zone

The Baumholder Warrior Zone is hosting a Music Friday Night with genre-themed music from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Warrior Zone, 8218 on Smith Barracks. For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 5312912 or 06111435312912, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Big Stage Karaoke at Kazabra

Perform Karaoke on the Big Stage at the Kazabra Club Friday, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Big stage Karaoke is every Friday night at the Kazabra except when it is a comedy night show. On these nights, there will be karaoke at the Armstrong’s Club. Food is available from Shawingz, voted the best American Food in Kaiserslautern. For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Best Country Western Night in Germany

The Legendary Country Western Night happens every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dance instructions are offered to help everyone get up and join in. Food is available from Shawingz, voted the best American Food in Kaiserslautern. Come and try your skills with Otis, the meanest Mechanical Bull in town! For more information, call the Kazabra Club at 489-7261 or 0631-536-7261, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Saturday Club Nights at Armstrong’s Club

Join the party every Saturday starting from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 in Vogelweh Housing. Get ready to dance the night away while talented DJs spin the ultimate mix of favorite tunes, catering to the crowd’s musical preferences. This is a free event. For more information, call the Armstrong’s Club at 541-9115 or 0611-143541-9115. or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

2023 ROBtoberfest-Reserve your seat now!

Sep. 6. Pre-School Storytime will be offered every first and third Thursday of the month, effective Sept. 7. Baby, Toddler and Pre-School Storytimes start promptly at 10:30am in the Imagination Room. For more information, call 5312841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com or Friends of the Baumholder Library.

Services to participate in these classes. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Room 123 in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 541-9065/66/67 or 06-1114-35419065/66/67, or visit https://webtrac.mwr. army.mil or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Labor Day Cornhole Tournament

the Golf Flea Market Sep. 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Register before Sep. 9. The cost is $10 for a selling table. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

9/11 Remembrance 5K Run

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz will host one of the most highly anticipated events of the year, the two-day ROBtoberfest Sep. 8 from 7 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Sep. 9, from 1 to 5 p.m. The event will take place at the Family and MWR Special Events Center, Bldg. 237 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. This Volksfest (folk festival) will feature live performances by the authentic German Oktoberfest Band, Bavarian Express. Attendees can indulge in a variety of classic German Volksfest cuisine, beverages, and entertainment. To find out about the menu and how to purchase tickets, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

ROBtoberfest Baumholder

Shuttle Tickets

For Baumholder Community members, a special shuttle option is available to the ROBtoberfest, Sep. 8 & 9, Special Events Center on Rhine Ordnance Barracks in Kaiserslautern. Cost is $15 for ages 18 and older and $5 for ages 17 and younger. Pick Up Location: Wagon Wheel Theater parking lot, Smith Barracks Drop Off Location: Special Events Center, Rhine Ordnance Barracks. For more information, call 5419114/9052 or 0611-143-541-9114/9052 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Nice Guy Comedy Night

Salsa Class with Salsa

In honor of Domestic Violence Prevention Month, the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program is hosting a free Salsa Class with Salsa Oct. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the ballroom of the Rheinlander Community Center, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. This event is open to all ID card holders, who are married or in a relationship. Families are welcomed to attend. Registration is required. To register, call 541-9028 or 0611-143541-9028. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Columbus Day Golf Scramble

Celebrate Columbus Day Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Make a team for this 18hole, two-person, scramble-format event. Shotgun start is at 10 a.m. Ties for the low score will be decided by a sudden death playoff starting on Hole 1 and continuing to Hole 2 until a winner is determined. For more information, call the Rolling Hills Golf Course at 0611-143-531-3408 or 5313408 or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Baumholder and Kaiserslautern

September Trip Schedules

Available

Find the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for September under the “Calendar” section of baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

The Baumholder Warrior Zone is hosting a Labor Day Cornhole Tournament Sep. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Warrior Zone, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. Cost is $10 per player. For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 531-2837 or 0611-143-531-2837, or visit baumholder. armymwr.com.

KMC Onstage Youth Chorus Class

KMC Onstage is proud to offer a Youth Chorus Class! Classes are from Sep. 6 to May 22. Youth, ages 8 to 18, will deepen their musical literacy skills, develop discipline through practice, and learn to sing together in a group. Register via WebTrac or at the KMC Onstage box office. Registration is open year-round. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Beginner’s Crochet at the Baumholder Library

Discover the Baumholder Library’s fun crochet classes for beginners, ages 15 and older September 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This free class covers all the basics over four weeks and includes everything you need for the class. Class size is limited so be sure to sign up early! For more information, call 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841 or visit baumholder. armymwr.com.

Celebration of National Waffle Week

The Baumholder Intramural Sports Program is hosting a free 9/11 Remembrance Run Sep. 9 from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Hall of Champions Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Registration starts at 8 a.m. on the day of the event at the Hall of Champions. The run will start at 9 a.m. For more information, visit Baumholder. armymwr.com.

End of Summer Car, Truck and Bike Show

More than 120 owners will be showing their cars, trucks, and motorcycles at the End of the Summer Show Sep. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the parking lot at the Pulaski Auto Skills Center, Bldg. 2859 on Pulaski Barracks. Registration starts Aug. 14. To register, stop by Baumholder, Pulaski or Landstuhl Automotive Skills Center. For more information, visit baumholderarmymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Ryder Cup Competition

The Nice Guy Comedy Show is coming to the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh, Sep. 22 from 8 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and tickets are only $10 at the door. Local Comedian Erin Crouch will be your host for this night of laughter. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Storytimes at the Baumholder Library

The Baumholder “Iron Works” Library has changed its Storytime schedule. German Storytime will continue to be offered the first Wednesday of the month. The next one will be Wednesday, Sep. 6 at 3:00pm.

Baby Storytime will no longer be offered weekly. It will be offered once a month, on the first Tuesday of each month, effective Sep. 5. Toddler and Pre-School Storytimes will no longer be offered weekly. Toddler Storytime will be offered every first and third Wednesday of the month, effective

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Families are invited to join the 1,000 Books before Kindergarten on-line program at the Landstuhl Library starting Sep. 1. The program is available to all families with children between the ages of birth and five years. Register on Beanstack: https://rheinland-pfalz.beanstack.com/ reader365. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

SKIES & KMC Onstage 2023 Fall Theater Classes

The SKIES Unlimited Program and the Award-Winning KMC Onstage announces the 2023 Fall Theater Classes for youth ages 6 to 18 from Sep. 5 to Oct. 11 at KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Registration is happening now. Cost is $84. Open to all ID Cardholders from all Branches of Service. Youths must be registered through Parent Central

The Baumholder Library is celebrating National Waffle Week Sep. 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library, Bldg. 8332 on Smith Barracks. The library will have a mini waffle bar, offering freshly cooked waffles that patrons can top with various classic waffle toppings. For more information, call the Baumholder Library at 531-2841 or 0611-143-531-2841, or visit Baumholder.armymwr.com.

2023 IMCOM-Europe Cycling Challenge

The 2023 IMCOM Europe Cycling Challenge is happening now until Sep. 8. Participants must sign up through Baumholder or Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation. Registration fee is $50. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Golf Flea Market

Do you have some old golf clubs you just can’t hit any more or you bought a new driver and want to sell the old one? Bring all golf and disc items and sell them at

The Ryder Cup Competition is happening Sep. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne in Baumholder. Register before Sep. 9. Free for members. Non-members will need to pay. A German and American team of 18 players will compete for the Ryder Cup Trophy by playing “Four Ball,” “Foursomes,” and “Match Play.” Why play flat-land golf? Come up to Rolling Hills Golf Course and be challenged! Just five minutes away from Smith Barracks on Wetzel Kaserne. For more information, call 5313408/3409 or 0611-143-531-3408/3409, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

SKIES Irish Dancing

SKIES Unlimited offers Irish Dance Classes for ages 4 to at the SKIES Bldg. 3819 on Landstuhl Post. Enrollment is ongoing and Fall classes will start on Sep. 5. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services. Enrollments can be made thru https:// webtrac.mwr.army.mil or over the phone with Parent Central Services at 5419065/66/67 or 061-143-541-9065/66/67.

Parent Central Service is in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.

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AT THE MOVIES

ACTION/ADVENTURE

Blue Beetle (2023)

Jaime Reyes suddenly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology called the Scarab. When the Scarab chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he’s bestowed with an incredible suit of armor that’s capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the superhero Blue Beetle.

Cast: Jaime Reyes, Adriana Barraza, Damián Alcázar, Raoul Max Trujillo, Susan Sarandon

Director: Angel Manuel Soto

ACTION/CRIME

The Equalizer 3 (2023)

Since giving up his life as a government assassin, Robert McCall finds solace in serving justice on behalf of the oppressed. Now living in Southern Italy, he soon discovers his new friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall becomes their protector by taking on the mafia.

Cast: Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, Sonia Ammar

Director: Antoine Fuqua

ACTION/DRAMA

Gran Turismo (2023)

A player wins a series of Nissan-sponsored video game competitions through his gaming skills and becomes a real-life professional race car driver.

Cast: Archie Madekwe, David Harbour, Orlando Bloom

Director: Neill Blomkamp

COMEDY/ADVENTURE

Strays (2023)

Abandoned on the mean city streets by his lowlife owner, Doug, a naive but lovable dog named Reggie falls in with a fast-talking, foul-mouthed Boston Terrier and his gang of strays. Determined to seek revenge, Reggie and his new canine pals embark on an epic adventure to get him home and make Doug pay for his dirty deed.

Cast: Will Ferrell, Jamie Foxx, Will Forte, Isla Fisher, Randall Park

Director: Josh Greenbaum

FANTASY/COMEDY

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023)

After years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers. Their new friend, April O’Neil, helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them.

Cast: Jackie Chan, Seth Rogan, Nicolas Cantu

Director: Jeff Rowe

TODAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1530, 1815, 2100

Gran Turismo (PG-13) 1700, 2015

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1915, 2045

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1545, 1830

Sound of Freedom (PG-13) 1630

SATURDAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1215, 1500, 1745, 2015

Gran Turismo (PG-13) 1315, 1615

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1145, 1445, 1745, 2045

Strays (R) 1100, 2030

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1200, 1445, 1730

Sound of Freedom (PG-13) 1915

SUNDAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1500, 1815

Gran Turismo (PG-13) 1245, 1545, 1745

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1200, 1500, 1730

Strays (R) 1230, 1845

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1215, 1445

MONDAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1445, 1700

Gran Turismo (PG-13) 1715

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1415, 1730

Strays (R) 1745

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1430

Avengers: End Game (PG-13) 1400

TUESDAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1745

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1715

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1730

Avengers: End Game (PG-13) 1700

WEDNESDAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1745

Gran Turismo (PG-13) 1700

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1715

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1730

THURSDAY

The Equalizer 3 (R) 1745

Blue Beetle (PG-13) 1715

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (PG) 1730

Avengers: End Game (PG-13) 1700

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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Screenshots and poster by Warner Bros.

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