the KMC in a shared
Photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi
86th AW celebrates 78 years of service
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Team Ramstein celebrated the 86th Airlift Wing's 78th birthday.
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Crash Taylor, 786th Force Support Squadron food service journeyman, serves a piece of cake to Airman 1st Class Mateo Salas, 86th Security Forces Squadron defender.
U.S. Air Force Col. Denny R. Davies, left, 86th Airlift Wing commander, Ralf Hechler, right, Ramstein-Miesenbach mayor, and Airman Basic Paola Kpandja, 86th Maintenance Squadron C-130J Super Hercules avionics apprentice, pose for a photo during the 86th AW’s 78th birthday celebration at the Rheinland Inn Dining Facility on Ramstein Air Base, July 1. Activated on July 1, 1948, the 86th AW evolved from a Cold War fighter wing into the U.S. Air Force’s premier air mobility hub in Europe, supporting airlift, aeromedical and contingency operations worldwide.
U.S. Air Force Col. Denny R. Davies, left, 86th Airlift Wing commander, Ralf Hechler, right, Ramstein-Miesenbach mayor, and Airman Basic Paola Kpandja, 86th Maintenance Squadron C-130J Super Hercules avionics apprentice, cut a birthday cake.
Photos by Airman 1st
Rebecca Harima 86th Airlift Wing
52d Operations Group Detachment 1 welcomes new commander
U.S. Air Force Col. Derrick Vincent, left, 52d Operations Group commander, presents Lt. Col. Brian K. Jarrell, 52d OG Detachment 1 incoming commander, with the 52d OG Detachment 1 guidon during a change of command ceremony at the 32d Tactical Air Base, Łask, Poland, June 25. Jarrell served as the inspector general at the 317th Airlift Wing in Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, before taking command of the detachment.
U.S. Air Force Col. Derrick Vincent, left, 52d Operations Group commander, presents a guidon to Lt. Col. Brian K. Jarrell, 52d OG Detachment 1 incoming commander.
Photos by Senior Airman Jared Lovett 86th Airlift Wing
Members of the Ramstein Air Base honor guard post the colors during the 52d Operations Group Detachment 1 change of command ceremony.
THE HOUSING HYPE TAKE NOTE
Welcome to the KMC Housing Office!
The KMC Housing Office is ready to support you in the transition to your new home and community! As a reminder, please ensure you have completed your mandatory housing briefing within two business days of arrival. You cannot certify a lease or submit a TLA Claim until the briefing has been completed and the Housing Office receives all required documents.
Briefings are held every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning at 09:00 at the KMC Housing Office on Kapaun and you are encouraged register at https://forms.osi.apps. mil/r/2dG8RvF87R to secure a seat since space is limited. New members can also receive housing information at the Ramstein Newcomers Orientation held each Wednesday-Thursday at the Ramstein Enlisted Club, hosted by the Ramstein M&FRC. Briefing information can also be sent upon request via our orgbox email, kmchousing@us.af.mil
If you are looking for homes to rent, it helps to know where to start. www.Homes.mil is the only DoD-sponsored site exclusively listing available, KMC Housing-inspected and approved rentals in the KMC area. For additional assistance finding available properties, you can visit the Housing Referral Section during our walk-in hours. Sponsors are required to help ensure new members can view available homes and fulfill all in-processing requirements.
Once you have found the right property, the next step is to get your rental agreement certified by our office. DoD Members SHOULD NOT sign the rental agreement until visiting the KMC Housing Office and the Referral Section has reviewed and certified it. Bring a physical copy of the original contract, signed only by the Landlord, to the KMC Housing Office during our walk-in hours. You will complete a same-day contract review and certification. Please be aware that this could take time and you should be prepared to wait. Our office can be especially busy on Mondays and the day after a holiday weekend.
Don’t forget that you must visit the Housing Office in-person every 15 days to submit your TLA claims. Come prepared with an itemized, paid Lodging Receipt and a Landlord Contact Sheet tracking the homes that you have already viewed.
Once completed, you’ll be ready to make the Kaiserslautern Military Community your new home!
Contact:
Email: KMCHousing@us.af.mil
DSN: 314-489-6672
COMM: 0631-536-6672
Location:
Kapaun Air Station 5th Avenue Building 2020 Google Maps: “KMC Housing Office”
Walk-In Hours: Monday to Thursday: 0800-1100 & 1300-1500 Friday: 0800-1100 & 1300-1400
We are closed the 2nd Wednesday of each month and on US and German holidays
Retiree Activities Office Open
Throughout the Summer
The 86th Airlift Wing Retiree Activities Office (86 AW/RAO), located on Kapaun Air Station, is proud to serve military retirees, spouses, surviving spouses, and their families from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces throughout the Kaiserslautern Military Community.
As many people travel during the summer months, the Retiree Activities Office remains open and fully operational. Our dedicated volunteers are here to answer questions, provide guidance, and assist with military retiree benefits, DEERS, TRICARE, the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs resources, casualty assistance, and other retirementrelated services.
The RAO is also seeking volunteers who would like to continue serving the military community. If you enjoy helping fellow retirees and their families, we invite you to join our team. Training is provided, and even a few hours each week can make a lasting impact.
Office Hours:
Tuesday–Friday
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Closed daily from noon–1 p.m.
Location:
86th Airlift Wing Retiree Activities Office
Kapaun Air Station
Contact Us:
Email: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil
DSN: 480-5486
Commercial: +49 6371-47-5486
Whether you need assistance with your retirement benefits or are interested in volunteering, we look forward to welcoming you. The 86 AW/RAO is committed to serving those who served.
Weapon-free zone –Kaiserslautern inner city area
On May 28, the Kaiserslautern inner city area was declared a weapon-free zone. It is now illegal to carry any knives or other weapons within the designated area. Police now have the authority to carry out searches of people and their belongings without probable cause within the weaponfree zone. This move comes as a response to a fatal stabbing near the mall in February of this year.
Finance Customer Service
Updated Clinic Hours – Important Notice
The 86th Medical Group has updated hours to support mandatory training and unit readiness. The clinic will be CLOSED all day on the third Wednesday of every month for mandatory training.
2026 closure dates are as follows: July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16.
Additionally, we will close at 3 p.m. every Wednesday for unit physical training (PT).
Need medical advice while we’re training? Call the Nurse Advice Line: 0800-825-1600 or 06371-46-2273 (Option 3). For life-threatening emergencies, dial 112 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. Thank you for your understanding as we work to maintain a ready and resilient medical force.
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 www.ramstein.af.mil. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-9199.
86 AW Retiree Activities Office –Information
The RAO has moved to a new location, we are now in Building 2787 on Kapaun. Office hours: Mon – Fri 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Closed for lunch 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. You may also contact us at email: 86AW.rao@us.af.mil.
Volunteers Needed!
The Retiree Activities Office is seeking dedicated volunteers. Whether you are a retiree, veteran, spouse, or surviving spouse, we welcome you to join our outstanding team. Help identify issues affecting retirees, assist in finding solutions, and support others with your experience and expertise. Your fellow retirees need you.To volunteer, please contact Christina Randel (86 AW RAO Director) at 0151-15297900 or email us at the address above. Photo
Finance customer service walk-ins are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday-Friday, in building 2108.
Appointments can be booked through the QR code. For all other matters, please submit a ticket through the Comptroller Services Portal at https://csp.cce.af.mil/
USAG Rheinland-Pfalz celebrates partnerships, freedom at 75/250
German-American Friendship Fest
by Jennifer Whitaker U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz teamed up with the District and City of Baumholder to host a three-day festival honoring 75 years of German-American partnership in the region and 250 years of U.S. independence, July 3-5.
The festival took place at the former Baumholder Airfield, which is now a U.S. Army training area located inside a German military training area. The event drew crowds of Germans and Americans alike, with upwards of 20,000 guests estimated to have attended on July 4. Fest goers enjoyed live music and entertainment, fair food, carnival rides, military displays and a fireworks display to mark America’s 250th Independence Day.
The event made headlines. A crew from ABC News produced several live shots from the fest throughout the day on July 4 as part of Disney’s America 250 25-hour live broadcast. Local news SWR produced a lengthy piece featuring interviews from fest attendees, local leaders and event organizers.
To demonstrate the unique friendship between Americans and Germans in Baumholder, each nation hosted a day of the fest. On July 4, the Americans led the celebration in honor of Freedom 250, while on July 5, the German community took the helm, showcasing the culture, heritage and hospitality of the region.
“This back-to-back celebration perfectly captures the essence of our relationship, standing side-by-side, sharing our cultures, our history and our future,” said Col. Jeffery
Higgins, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz commander.
While the garrison always marks the 4th of July with an on-post event open to servicemembers and their families and escorted guests, this was the first time the event stretched across three days and took place outside the fence.
Higgins noted that putting the event together was “no small lift.”
“This is the most complex operation that United States Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz has ever conducted,” he said. “It required a full year’s worth of intense planning, coordination, sheer hard work and a handful of last-minute ‘Hail Marys.’”
Joe Wucik, USAG Rheinland-Pfalz operations officer in Baumholder, served as the lead planner for the massive undertaking. He said a highlight of the planning was meeting the challenge of integrating the processes and capabilities of organizations from two nations across military, government and commercial enterprises.
“The biggest challenge was the location of the event,” Wucik said. “The location was somewhat remote and required a thorough plan for parking and transportation to the site.”
He added that the team worked out a “robust” security plan that incorporated U.S. and German Army military police and Polizei capabilities to assure a safe and secure experience for all fest attendees.
“The event was a true success, providing quality food and entertainment to both U.S. personnel and our German partners,” Wucik said.
Higgins said the festival means more than mere entertainment.
“It is a celebration of American Independence and all those who defend those ideals,” he said, “and it is a testament to 75 years of shared lives, shared challenges and shared triumphs here in Baumholder.”
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz sets, serves, and secures the total force community, enabling power projection for the European Theater.
Festival attendees engage with a 720th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company display.
Volunteers pose for a photo on the Baumholder Army Airfield, Baumholder, July 4. USAG Rheinland-Pfalz hosted the German-American friendship festival to commemorate 75 Years of German-American Partnership in Baumholder and 250 Years of the United States of America. The multi-day festival is honored seven and a half decades of strong community integration and shared history between the local German population and stationed American forces.
Photos by Daryl Averill
Volunteers with Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers pose for a photo.
37th AS honors America's 250th anniversary over Germany
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cullin Wilson, 86th Maintenance Squadron aircraft inspection craftsman, does a final inspection on a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, July 4. Maintainers conduct preflight inspections to identify potential discrepancies and ensure the aircraft is prepared for its assigned mission.
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Patrick Fitzgerald, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, sits in a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft while flying over Germany, July 4.
435 AGOW/CC reflects on one year in command
by Col. Leland “Holie” Cowie II 435th Air Ground Operations Wing
One year ago, I had the distinct honor of becoming your 435th Air Ground Operations Wing commander
Since taking command of the FOLLOW ME Wing, I’ve had the opportunity to visit many of you, and it has been the highlight of my time here.
If you asked me last June if I thought we would be busy, I would’ve resoundingly said, “yes,” but none of us could have predicted just how integral to the mission we would be as we demonstrated numerous times how we are “First to the Fight!”
My priority was heavily focused on defining the wing’s operational identity and securing its future foundation. We rolled out our newmission, vision, and priorities, as well as the 435 AGOW Operations Order.
Our senior leaders demanded a clear understanding of “Aggregate Readiness,” which was key because the 435 AGOW plays an important role in delivering just that. While we worked on these initiatives, we endured a government shutdown. Despite these challenges, the wing maintained its operational tempo and continued to deliver airpower at minute one.
The 435 AGOW demonstrated its capabilities through exercises HEAVY RAIN, AGILE BISON, and SABER JUNCTION. It was a great honor to consistently witness the professionalism you exhibited while executing such complex scenarios.
As 2026 started, we focused heavily on real-world contingencies. Senior leaders across the theater characterized the 435 AGOW as “The Grease” that keeps Joint Force operations running smoothly, acknowledging the wing’s unique ability to set the theater and connect the fight for follow-on forces.
As the anniversary of taking command passes, we’ve continued to secure resources while navigating a dynamic transition period with the departure of our deputy commander, command chief, two group commanders, and 10 squadron commanders. I recognize this places the heavy burden to maintain continuity on our Airmen. However, this transition is only temporary, and when our new leaders are in their seats, they will be ready to follow you because of your excellence.
To every 435 AGOW Airman: THANK YOU! Every day you bring your best to ensure we remain the best. I don’t take lightly the fact that this comes at a great cost. I extend my sincerest thanks to your families, who also sacrifice because of your service.
With our current operations tempo, I know how difficult it can be to take some time for yourselves and your families, but please make
U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Robert Hutton, 37th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, helps Green Berets assigned to U.S. Special Operations Command Europe during a high altitude, low opening jump over Baumholder, July 4. Training with special operations forces strengthened interoperability between mobility and special operations units, ensuring both remain prepared for global contingency operations.
U.S. Air Force Col. Leland Cowie II, 435th Air Ground Operations Wing incoming commander, renders his first salute to 435th AGOW Airmen during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, June 18. The 435th AGOW is comprised of three groups, 11 squadrons and four detachments with more than 1,400 personnel at 11 installations around the world. Photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Calvert
this a priority. Especially as we move through the summer, I hope you find time to enjoy yourselves and relax with loved ones. Also, take the time to look out for those around you.
I am excited to welcome all our new teammates, including our incoming command chief, Chief
Master Sgt. Chris Hucks. I cannot wait for us to hit the road; we look forward to meeting you all, learning about your jobs, and discovering how we can better take care of you.
Thank you for your service and for being part of the 435 AGOW Family!
FIRST TO THE FIGHT!
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Patrick Fitzgerald, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, ties a U.S. flag onto the ceiling of a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft at Ramstein Air Base, July 4. The flyover and high altitude, low opening jumps commemorated America's 250th anniversary, recognizing the nation's history and honoring generations of service members who have supported its defense since its founding.
Photos by
Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo 86th Airlift Wing
Team Ramstein unveils 24/7 smart lockers at North Side
Post Office
The 786th Force Support Squadron leadership and North Side Post Office team cut the ceremonial ribbon during the unveiling of the new 24/7 smart lockers at the North Side Post Office on Ramstein Air Base, June 29. The new smart lockers enabled team Ramstein quick and convenient access to packages, allowing personnel to pick up mail outside of normal operating hours.
86th Airlift Wing command team and service members pose for a photo.
Photos by Airman 1st Class
USAG Rheinland-Pfalz firefighters battle wildland blaze near Baumholder
Courtesy story & photos
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz
Firefighters from U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Fire and Emergency Services deployed June 28-29 and again July 1 to provide mutual aid assistance during a major wildland fire near the village of Traisen, close to Bad Kreuznach.
The fire broke out during a recordbreaking heatwave, with regional temperatures reaching 41.1 degrees Celsius (106 degrees Fahrenheit). The extreme heat fueled a fast-moving forest fire that triggered the immediate, complete evacuation of the entire village of Traisen.
The 24-hour operation integrated Army assets with local German emergency agencies under dangerous conditions. The fire broke out in a steep, inaccessible area adjacent to a former munitions disposal site, triggering explosions of unexploded ordnance buried in the soil.
Because of the danger of further detonations, direct ground-level firefighting was deemed too highrisk for personnel. USAG RheinlandPfalz’s Hook-37 integrated operations with the “SuperWolf-HR1,” a specialized robotic tactical firefighting vehicle, providing a continuous water supply to the unmanned equipment as it engaged the fire in high-risk zones.
Germany’s Regional Disaster Management Agency issued the
mutual aid request at 8:30 p.m. on June 28, roughly 30 hours after the wildfire initially began.
The Baumholder Fire Alarm Communication Center immediately coordinated the response.
Robert Womble, USAG RheinlandPfalz’s deputy fire chief, ordered the dispatch of an engine company from Baumholder Military Community and a 7,000-liter mobile water supply tender from Miesau Army Depot.
Twenty personnel deployed to the scene over the course of multiple days, under the command of Womble and Assistant Fire Chief Tobias Lang. Upon arrival, the units staged at a local commercial facility until assigned to the fire line, where crews worked continuously through the night.
To sustain the operation and ensure firefighter safety, leadership established a disciplined, eighthour work-replace-rest cycle beginning at 8 a.m. Monday. Engine-52 was released early Monday morning, while the Hook-37 water tender remained on scene to conduct direct suppression and water shuttle operations.
Throughout the deployment, the garrison’s fire stations maintained continuous emergency protection, with backfill engine companies fully staffing both the Baumholder and Miesau fire stations.
U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz sets, serves, and secures the total force community, enabling power projection for the European Theater.
MONDAY
WINGS NIGHT *
WEDNESDAY
MARGARITA+
THURSDAY
RIBS*
FRIDAY
CAIPIRINHA NIGHT+ / KIDS MEAL°
Firefighters from U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Fire and Emergency Services deployed June 28-29 and again July 1 to provide mutual aid assistance during a major wildland fire near the village of Traisen, close to Bad Kreuznach. The fire broke out during a record-breaking heatwave, with regional temperatures reaching 41.1 degrees Celsius (106 degrees Fahrenheit). The extreme heat fueled a fast-moving forest fire that triggered the immediate, complete evacuation of the entire village of Traisen. The 24-hour operation integrated Army assets with local German emergency agencies under dangerous conditions.
UNTERWEGS
RAMSTEIN SUMMER NIGHT
WITH “CUBAN AFFAIRS”
JULY 10, 7.30 P.M.
CONGRESS CENTER, RAMSTEIN
Every Friday the Ramstein Summer Nights takes place from July to August. Each theme night has the focus on a certain country with traditional music, food and drinks. The band “CUBAN AFFAIRS” entertains the audience with popular rumba, mambo and salsa rhythms including songs by “Buena Vista Social Club”.
BREZELFEST
UNTIL JULY 14, FAIR GROUNDS, SPEYER
The Pretzel Festival is the biggest folk festival in the Upper Rhine region. In 2010, the traffic association was able to celebrate the 100th anniversary of this festival, which is famous beyond the regional borders and revolves around pretzels, beer, and socializing. It kicks off on Thursday with a ceremonial opening and the tapping of the Pretzel Festival beer. It offer over 100 vendors, rides and food and drink booths. It is best to use public transportation, as parking is difficult.
“SUMMER IN THE CITY”
JULY 18, 7 P.M., STADTHALLE, LANDSTUHL
Throughout the summer months the “Stadthalle” hosts an event series titled “Summer in the City” with a live music program of different bands. The show takes place on Saturday evenings. The event series starts with the performance of the band “Endless Road”. The musicians Frank Stenger (bass), Chris Lehmann (guitar/vocals), and Thorsten Burkhardt (cajon/vocals) perform a selection of songs that have something for everyone. The venue is an open-air stage in front of “Stadthalle
GREEK SUMMER NIGHT IN RAMSTEIN
JULY 31, 7.30 P.M., CONGRESS CENTER, RAMSTEIN
Each theme night has the focus on a certain country with traditional music, food and drinks. A “Greek Night” will take place on Friday, July 31. Live music by the band “Mikri Kompania” will entertain the audience. The program will include the performance of a Greek dancing group.
SUMMER SWING AT VOLKSPARK
JULY 15, 7 – 10 P.M., VOLKSPARK, KAISERSLAUTERN
On eight Wednesday evenings in July and August,
the Summer Swing will take place again, this year at Volkspark Kaiserslautern. You can look forward to a diverse program. Enjoy handmade, high-quality, exciting music from one of the biggest music families in the world: jazz. Further dates: July 22, 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19 and 26
ZURLAUBENER MOSEL FESTIVAL
JULY 10 – 12, ZURLAUBEN/TRIER
The Trier Mosel Festival in the Zurlauben district is also called the Zurlauben Heimatfest and takes place right on the Mosel River. On the large fairground, visitors can look forward to exciting rides and plenty of other amusements. The terrace restaurants will serve culinary treats and drinks, and the lively music will get everyone into the right mood. The festival kicks off on Friday with the tapping of the keg. The highlight of the festival, however, is the colorful fireworks on Saturday evening.
HAHNENFEST
JULY 11 – 12, HEISSENBERG, QUEIDERSBACH
Look forward to sociable hours, great entertainment with the Habachtalers and the Arnbachtaler brass band, tasty chicken, other food, and cool drinks. For little guests, there will be a bouncy castle, and on Saturday, there’s also bull riding for anyone who wants to show off their skills. Come by, celebrate with us, and enjoy a weekend full of tradition, community, and good vibes!
“ALLES MUSS RAUS!” - THEATER-/MUSIKFEST
JULY 17 – 19, CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN
Germany’s unique street theater and music festival. Hundreds of artists with and without disabilities from all over Europe will turn the city center into a great festival of encounters. Full program: https://www.alles-muss-raus-festival.de/programm/
WEINKERWE EINSELTHUM
JULY 17 – 19, TOWN CENTER, EINSELTHUM/ NEAR GÖLLHEIM
Every year, numerous wine dignitaries, such as the Zellertaler Wine Princess or the Palatinate Wine Queen, travel to the wine fair in Einselthum. The opening takes place on Friday at the Martinspforte winery. The Bescher and Wellers wineries also open their doors to visitors. Throughout the
weekend, visitors to the wine fair are treated to fine wines and culinary specialties at winemakers’ estates. Live music is played as well. On the fairground, numerous surprises await little visitors. Parking is on a farmer’s field outside of town.
STADTMAUERFEST FREINSHEIM
JULY 17 – 20, TOWN CENTER, FREINSHEIM
“With good mood around the wall” – that’s the motto of the City Wall Festival, which is always celebrated on the third weekend of July. The festival, known far beyond the town’s borders, presents itself in a fresh, summery way. Celebrations take place on both sides of the almost entirely preserved medieval city wall. Narrow paths, historic narrow streets, and romantic squares invite visitors to linger over the four days of the festival. There’s also plenty to discover in the town’s inns and wine taverns. A medieval ring wall, a baroque old town, mild summer nights, friendly people, fruity wines and sparkling wines, good music, and delicious treats from Palatinate cuisine – that’s the “secret” recipe for a successful Freinsheim City Wall Festival!
THE FASCINATION OF SPACE
JULY 18, 2 P.M. TECHNIK MUSEUM, SPEYER
On July 18, the museum welcomes NASA astronaut Kathryn Thornton. She will talk about her four missions with the space shuttles discovery, Endeavour and Columbia at the Forum cinema. Her reports are characterized by scientific fascination, team spirit, and the unique moments that only a stay in space can offer. The speech is in English. Afterwards, she will answer questions from visitors. Children up to 14 can take a souvenir photo with her. On Aug. 8 astronaut Mark Lee will make a showing and also give a speech.
RESIDENZFEST, AUG. 8 – 10
CITY CENTER, KIRCHHEIMBOLANDEN
Kirchheimbolanden invites you to ist 74th Residence Festival. Voted the ‘Most Beautiful Wine Festival 2017, this year’s festival goes under the motto ‘Three Summer Days in the Little Residence.’ Kirchheimbolanden warmly welcomes you to take a break behind historic walls and towers, and to explore charming courtyard arcades. At the widely known and popular festival, enjoy a pleasant atmosphere with various Palatinate specialties and
delicacies, as well as a wide selection of regional and national wines. Musically, there’s something for everyone every day, with lots of live music. Various bands, entertainers, music duos, and dance bands will offer a wide range of entertainment for both young and old. Additionally, on Sunday, visitors have the chance to stroll through the shops during the special Sunday opening, sampling both wine and delicacies along the way.
MIESENBACH KERWE (FUNFAIR)
AUG. 28 – 31, SPORTSFIELD, MIESENBACH Miesenbach will celebrate its annual funfair with a great program organized by the association “Miesenbacher Ereignis- & Traditionsverein”. From Friday through Monday visitors can look forward to musical entertainment, fun rides for children, candy, coffee and cakes, food and beverages. The fairground is located next to the sports field in Miesenbach.
BACKFISCHFEST (CITY FESTIVAL)
AUG. 29 – SEP. 6, FAIR GROUNDS, WORMS
Every year at the end of August, Worms experiences nine days of extraordinary activity: that’s when the Backfischfest, the largest wine and folk festival on the Rhine, has both locals and the several thousand visitors from near and far completely in its grip. At the heart of this traditional festival is the Worms Fishermen’s Guild – one of the oldest guilds in Germany (founded in 1106). Every year, on the last Saturday in August, the ‘Bojemääschter vun de Fischerwääd’ (Mayor of the Fishermen’s Meadow) takes over official duties in the town hall, along with his Backfisch bride. In 2026, the Backfischfest will be held for the 93rd time. More information at www.backfischfest.de
GROUP TOURS IN ENGLISH
VARIOUS DATES, TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN
Kaiserslautern is celebrating its 750th anniversary of city rights this year. For group tours in honor of the occasion, such as a city bus tour, guided cemetery tour, guided historic walk, Hohenecken castle, K’town for kids and more, visit: https:// www.kaiserslautern.de/tourismus_freizeit_kultur/tourismus/besichtigungstouren/besichtigungstouren_gruppen/index.html.en
Photo by A-Dash/Shutterstock.com
ABC in KMC: Adventures by the sea
by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Let’s hit the beach!
Living in southwest Germany amid the Palatinate Forest, vineyards, castles, and sparkling rivers, you might not immediately picture sandy beaches and a maritime vibe. Spain, Italy and Greece may first come to your mind when planning a beach vacation. Yet believe it or not, Germany boasts more than 2,000 kilometers of coastline, including 76 inhabited islands, and cities that offer nostalgic Hanseatic charm.
Getting there may require an extended weekend trip and somewhat travel, but there is much to experience along the North and Baltic Seas. The nearest point on the North Sea coast from Kaiserslautern is about 669 km and takes roughly six hours.
There is a chain of islands along the German bight along the northwest coast called Borkum, Norderney, Juist, Langeoog, Spiekeroog and Wangerooge. Helgoland is a rocky island in the middle of the North Sea, mainly a strategic naval port and a dutyfree zone. Further north lie Föhr, Amrum and Sylt islands.
The Wadden Sea is a vast intertidal zone of mudflats, sandbanks, salt marshes and barrier islands along the southeastern North Sea, stretching across the Netherlands, Germany and Denmark. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s largest unbroken tidal flat systems stretching for about 500 kilometers in length. It features sandy beaches, abundant seafood and a charming maritime atmosphere; but at low tide the sea recedes by up to three meters, exposing crabs and other marine life. Walking across the Watt is a popular activity, but it should always be done with a guide— many visitors have been swept out to sea or stranded on sandbanks when the tide returned unexpectedly. For further details, also see the Lifestyle article in the July 3 edition of the KA.
Moin!
As we head toward the North Sea, two worthwhile stops await. First Papenburg, an enchanting small town on the Ems whose medieval center, crisscrossed by canals and lined with fishing boats, offers an unexpected maritime charm.
Renowned for its shipping
industry, it is home to one of the world’s largest shipyards, specializing in massive cruise liners. Meyer Werft has built vessels such as the “Disney Wish” and hundreds of spectators gather to watch 16-deck ships being towed backwards down the shallow, narrow Ems River on their way to the open sea. Don’t miss an exciting tour of the shipyard https://www.meyerwerft.de/ en/visitors
A further charming stop known as the “Tor zu Ostfriesland” (Gateway to East Frisia), Leer is a riverside town of roughly 35,000 residents. It sits on the Leda, which joins the Ems River nearby. That riverside curve remains the heart of town today, featuring a panoramic riverwalk with a small marina, a lively pedestrian zone, and a historic Hanseatic quarter. Scenes of the town are also featured in a popular German crimecomedy series called “Friesland.” Germans often joke that East Frisians have a distinct character and even their own regional tongue. Plattdeutsch is largely unintelligible to speakers of standard German—its vocabulary and sounds show influences from English, Dutch and older dialects, and include local terms like Fehn for a peat fen and Siel for a small water inlet that don’t exist in standard German. East Frisians are also stereotyped as being very friendly, but don’t speak much. Instead of saying “Guten Morgen,” “Guten Tag” or “Guten Abend,”
people there commonly greet one another with ‘’moin,’’ a word that literally means morning but is used at any time of day.
Besides its beaches, Emden at the mouth of the Ems and Hanseatic Wilhelmshaven, with its beach promenade and maritime museum, are well worth a visit. The picturesque fishing village Greetsiel offers quaint shops selling maritime fashion and souvenirs, sample a Krabbenbrötchen (fresh shrimp sandwich) straight from the fishermen and enjoy a cup of Ostfriesentee, the region’s signature tea.
Hanseatic flair
Two further places somewhat further north lie along the Weser River. The “Freie Hansestadt Bremen” (Free Hanseatic City of Bremen) is Germany’s smallest state, completely embedded in the State of Niedersachsen, and is merely comprised of Bremen and Bremerhaven.
Its special Hanseatic status is based on the Hanseatic League, a commercial and defensive confederation of merchant guilds and market towns developed in the 12th century. Port cities awarded a Hanseatic status held special market rights and brought wealth, prosperity and prestige.
Bremen is well known for the story of its musicians, based on the fairytale by the Brothers Grimm published in 1819, where an old donkey, a dog, a cat and a rooster
team up and defeat evil. Meanwhile the animals have become iconic and pedestrian lights in the city depict the four figures.
The Altstadt in Bremen, with its medieval guild houses and a statue of the four, is definitely a point of interest. Legend has it, if you touch the leg of the donkey, you get a wish. The Schnoorviertel is the oldest city section with cobble stone alleys and unique shops. The Schlachte in the heart of the city is located directly along the Weser River. The former port now houses restaurants, bars and pubs as well as beer gardens. For more inspiration visit: https://www.bremen.de/ tourismus
Travels to the New World Bremerhaven, founded in 1827, is famous for a completely different reason. With waves of emigrants heading to the New World, the passenger port in Bremen became too small to handle the masses. A new port was built in 1854 and eventually developed into the largest emigrant port in Europe, known as Columbus Kai.
Today the joint port, both in Bremen and Bremerhaven, is the second largest in Germany after Hamburg. It has eight individual terminals, including a cargo port, a cruise ship terminal, a fishing terminal and the automobile terminal with a gigantic parking lot, where 95,000 cars can be parked for further handling. Bremerhaven may also ring a bell as most vehicles and household goods shipped from the United States reach their destination there.
Bremerhaven may not be the most picturesque city, but it holds a treasure chest full of cultural heritage, history and climate in
its “Hafenwelten.” The old harbor is full of historic ships, the “Schifffahrtmuseum” has vessels, such as the “Bremer Kogge“ built in 1380. The “Zoo am Meer” features sea animals and you can stroll along the dike with impressive cranes, cargo and cruise ships in the distance and a view of the enchanting Pingel lighthouse.
The “Deutsches Auswandererhaus” (German Emigration Center) has historical records and ship manifests for over a century of emigration. Over 7.2 million people boarded ships to seek their fortunes in the New World. There you can embark on a journey through time and experience an astonishing interactive museum or trace your roots in the genealogy section. https://www.dahbremerhaven.de/en/experience
The Klimahaus offers a different kind of voyage. Under the motto “nine places, five continents, one planet” it guides visitors along the eighth longitude through varied climate zones, part science center, part theme-park, so you can experience a world tour in a single afternoon. https://www.klimahausbremerhaven.de/en.
To round off our North Sea tour, we can head a little farther north to Cuxhaven or Büsum to catch a ferry to Helgoland, or drive to Niebüll and take the car-shuttle train across the 11-kilometer Hindenburgdamm to Sylt, Germany’s most popular and often priciest island. From there, just short of the Danish border, it’s only about 39 kilometers east to Flensburg on the Baltic coast. For more inspiration visit: https://nordseey.de/en/north-sea-beaches
Stay tuned for more adventures along the sea in next week’s edition!
A picturesque canal leading to the Ems River.
A typical windmill and red brick architecture in Ostfriesland.
521st AMOW receives fuel from 100th ARW to maintain readiness
U.S.
Photos by Airman 1st Class Patrick ONeill 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. James Leenman, a 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron pilot, guides a C-17 Globemaster III toward a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing for refueling training.
Air Force Lt. Col. James Leenman, a 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron pilot, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing from a C-17 Globemaster III for refueling training over the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, May 12. Four pilots swapped seats throughout the duration of the air refueling training event.
U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III pilots from the 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron prepare to takeoff for air refueling training in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, May 12. The C-17 can carry up to 170,900 pounds of cargo.
A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 100th Air Refueling Wing refuels a C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron.
Equipped for flight, prepared to fight
U.S. Air Force aircrew flight equipment technicians assigned to the 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron create a pile of quick-donning oxygen masks to take back to the shop for inspection and cleaning in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, May 27. This action was taken as part of a routine 30-day inspection.
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tristin Checketts, a 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, inspects body armour aboard a C-17 Globemaster III in the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, May 27. Per the inspection checklist, Checketts also inspected oxygen masks and backpacks on this aircraft.
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Andrew Emmons and Tech. Sgt. Brett Schindler, 14th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron aircrew flight equipment technicians, inspect AFE items inside a backpack aboard a C-17 Globemaster III.
Photos by Airman 1st Class Patrick ONeill 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing
21st Special Troops Battalion welcomes new command sergeant major
by Pfc. Hatcher Oresic 21st Theater Sustainment Command
Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Raska assumed responsibility as the senior enlisted advisor of the 21st Special Troops Battalion, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, during a transfer of responsibility ceremony held at Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, June 8.
A native of Whitehouse, Texas, Raska brings more than 23 years of Army experience to the battalion. After attending Basic Combat Training in 2003 and Advanced Individual Training in 2004, he earned the designation of Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician. Throughout his career, he has served in a variety of leadership and operational positions within the EOD community.
His assignment to the 21st Special Troops Battalion marks the first time he has served outside the EOD career field.
“This is the first non-EOD job that I’ve done in my career, so the challenge of the dynamics of the organization and what we do is all very new to me, and I’m looking forward to it,” Raska said.
Raska attributes much of his success to the adaptability developed through years of conducting complex EOD missions. He believes flexibility, accountability
and teamwork are key components of successful organizations and effective leadership.
One of the milestones he is most proud of is graduating from EOD school, which he described as one of the most challenging experiences of his career. His interest in the field began after attending a presentation by an EOD team from Fort Sam Houston, where he first learned about the profession and its mission. Years later, he returned to serve as the first sergeant of that same company after its relocation to Fort Hood, Texas.
As he begins his new role, Raska plans to draw upon the lessons learned throughout his career to support the battalion and its Soldiers.
“If you do your job well, we will go far beyond anyone’s expectations,” Raska said. “That’s all I ask of anybody, do your job and do it well.”
Although the battalion’s mission differs from his previous assignments, Raska believes the principles of leadership remain constant. Through a focus on accountability, teamwork and professional excellence, he hopes to help the 21st Special Troops Battalion continue building readiness and accomplishing its mission across the European theater.
of authority ceremony is a military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority of one unit’s senior enlisted advisor to the next.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Thomas Dannenberg, 21st Special Troops Battalion commander, passes the colors to Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Raska, incoming senior enlisted advisor of the 21st STB, during the 21st STB Transfer of Responsibility on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, June 8. A change
Photos by Pfc. Kadence Connors
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Raska, the incoming senior enlisted advisor of the 21st Special Troops Battalion, gives remarks during the 21st STB Transfer of Responsibility on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, June 8. Raska gave thanks to his family during his speech.
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Raska, the incoming senior enlisted advisor of the 21st Special Troops Battalion, takes charge of the formation during the 21st STB Transfer of Responsibility on Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, June 8. The formation represents the unit’s readiness and cohesion as leadership transitions.
Face of Defense: Airman conquers 7 World Marathon Majors in less than a year
by Andrea Jenkins Deputy Director, Air Force Southern Public Affairs
Six days after crossing the finish line in Boston, one Air Force colonel laced up again and ran the London Marathon.
Still sore and fatigued, Air Force Col. Alfredo “Juny” Laboy knew quitting was not an option because he was too close to completing his goal of becoming the only active-duty service member to complete all seven Abbott World Marathon Majors within a single calendar year.
According to Abbott World Marathon Majors data, he is also among just 44 athletes worldwide to accomplish this milestone for the first time within a single year. The World Marathon Majors are considered the pinnacle of endurance racing, consisting of premier marathons hosted across the globe.
In 2025, Sydney was added as the seventh major, requiring Laboy to incorporate a new benchmark, along with additional travel, recovery and preparation within an already compressed timeline.
That back-to-back stretch captured what defined Laboy’s entire year: the ability to adapt when the conditions change and remain ready when the mission demands it.
Throughout 2025, Laboy, 55, ran marathons in Tokyo, Boston, London, Sydney, Berlin, Chicago, Arlington, Virginia, and New York City, all while serving as the Air Force’s Southern liaison officer to U.S. Southern Command.
“I was driven by a combination of curiosity and purpose,” Laboy said. “After completing marathons on all seven continents, I asked myself what would truly challenge me next. Completing all seven World Marathon Majors in one year wasn’t about chasing a medal — it was about testing discipline, consistency and resilience, the same traits the Air Force has demanded of me throughout my career.”
Pursuing Excellence
For Laboy, the pursuit was inseparable from his identity as a service member, woven together through physical, mental and professional readiness; the thread linking the racecourse to the operations center.
“Understanding what the achievement represented made it feel bigger than a personal milestone,” he said. “Becoming the only active-duty service member to earn the Six Star Medal and complete all seven World Marathon Majors in a single year carried a strong sense of pride and responsibility.
“This accomplishment allowed me to represent the United States Air Force and my hometown in Humacao, Puerto Rico, while also showing that being over 50 is not a limitation,” Laboy added. “You can pursue excellence in fitness and set meaningful goals at any stage of life.”
That readiness was tested repeatedly. Among the seven races, the Boston-to-London sequence required Laboy to compress recovery, recalibrate his physical expectations and execute without the preparation that most elite runners consider a minimum standard.
“The London Marathon was the most challenging because I ran it just six days after completing the Boston Marathon,” he
said. “Physically, my body was still fatigued, and mentally, it took every ounce of focus and determination to push through with almost no recovery time.”
The effort mirrored another demanding stretch later in the year, when he completed the Marine Corps Marathon, followed by the New York City Marathon just one week later. Sustaining that output alongside a full-time operational workload required the same kind of structured adaptability Laboy applies to planning missions.
“Balancing training with my role required flexibility,” Laboy said. “Most runs happened during the workday, fitting them in between meetings, when possible, while weekends were reserved for longer distances. That structure allowed me to stay consistent without stepping away from my operational responsibilities.”
Finding His Stride
This approach also supported Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s military fitness guidance, which emphasizes physical training as a daily duty requirement for service members. Laboy approached physical performance and professional execution with the same framework.
“I treated training like operations — plan, execute, assess and adjust,” he said. “Consistency mattered more than intensity, and everything had to complement the mission, not compete with it.”
Adaptability was not an option; it was a defining trait. Midway through the year, Laboy was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia, a development that would have ended the pursuit for most. Instead of quitting, he persevered. He restructured his approach and pressed forward.
“There were moments of doubt, especially after I was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia following the London Marathon,” Laboy said. “Under strict medical guidance, I
was able to delay surgery and complete the remaining races safely.”
Laboy also managed preexisting conditions throughout the year, including bilateral hip bursitis, plantar fasciitis and vestibular neuritis, a condition that affects balance. Each of these conditions required ongoing adjustments to keep him mission-capable on and off the course.
“Following medical guidance and adjusting expectations allowed me to keep moving forward without missing a single day of work due to running-related injuries,” he said.
‘There Are No Shortcuts’
Overcoming these obstacles further reinforces that the parallels between endurance sports and military leadership are direct, not metaphorical, according to Laboy.
“There are no shortcuts,” he said. “Both require preparation, accountability, adaptability and the ability to lead yourself before leading others.”
Air Force Lt. Gen. Evan Pettus, Southcom deputy commander, said Laboy’s accomplishment is a model of the readiness and adaptability the command requires of its leaders.
“I’ve had the opportunity to follow and talk with Juny throughout this journey, and what stands out isn’t just the mileage — it’s the discipline behind it,” Pettus said. “He never let a demanding schedule or personal setbacks distract him from the mission. He trained around his responsibilities, not the other way around. That balance and commitment to excellence while remaining fully engaged in the fight reflects the steady resilience and adaptability we expect from our leaders.”
Laboy said the year reinforced that readiness is not a product of youth, but of discipline sustained over time.
“Readiness isn’t limited by age, but it’s sustained by mindset,” he said. “Resilience is
built over time through discipline, physical fitness and mental toughness. When Airmen take care of themselves, they’re better prepared to take care of the mission.”
More Miles To Go
Standing at the finish line of his final race, Laboy said gratitude outweighed his exhaustion.
“I felt gratitude for my health, my mother, my kids and everyone who supported the journey,” he said. “I also felt excitement for what comes next and the goals still ahead.”
In April, Laboy completed the Coast Guard Marathon in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, followed by the Cape Town, South Africa, Marathon in May. Finishing the Cape Town race, now recognized as the eighth Abbott World Marathon Majors event, makes him one of fewer than 2,100 runners in the world to complete the entire series.
Looking forward, Laboy is scheduled to run the Air Force Marathon in September at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, and in October, the Army Ten-Miler in Washington, which completes the Armed Forces Series Challenge.
Additionally, he aims to position himself among the first athletes in the world eligible for the Nine Star Medal, expected to be introduced in December 2027, pending the Shanghai Marathon’s formal acceptance as the ninth and final World Marathon Major.
Beyond these milestones, Laboy is setting his sights on the ultimate test of endurance: running at the geographic North Pole. By racing on ice floes covering 12,000 feet of the Arctic Ocean, he hopes to earn membership in the exclusive Marathon Grand Slam Club — a distinction reserved for elite athletes who successfully complete a marathon on all seven continents, plus the grueling North Pole Marathon.
Air Force Col. Alfredo “Juny” Laboy poses with his World Marathon Majors medals outside U.S. Southern Command headquarters in Miami, Feb. 24. Laboy became the first active-duty service member to complete all seven World Marathon Majors within a single calendar year, marking a rare endurance achievement across the global race series.
Courtesy photo
Michell Benzel, Revengers singer, performs during Freedom Fest at Ramstein Air Base, July 4. The two-day fest was held in celebration of 250 years of American independence and included carnival rides, games, food vendors, live musical entertainment and a fireworks show.
Photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi
(Below) An Airman assigned to the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing operates a grill at a concession booth during Freedom Fest at Ramstein Air Base, July 3. This year’s Freedom Fest coincides with the 250th anniversary of America’s independence, and the 750th anniversary of the founding of Kaiserslautern.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Jon P. Anderson
Airmen assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron provide on-site security. Photo by Staff Sgt. Jon P. Anderson
Kaiserslautern Military Community members enjoy rides.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Jon P. Anderson
A Freedom Fest volunteer hands a prize to Kaiserslautern Military Community members.
Photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi
(Left) A Kaiserslautern Military Community child receives cotton candy from a Freedom Fest volunteer.
Photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi
A child enjoys a merry-go-round during Freedom Fest Ramstein Air Base, July 3.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Sgt Jon P. Anderson
Kaiserslautern Military Community families enjoy rides and amenities.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Jon P. Anderson
COMMUNITY EVENTS
RECURRING EVENTS
Dog Obedience Training
Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation
has dog obedience training starting at eight-weeks of age held Saturdays at the Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation Motor Pool, Bldg. 2902 on Pulaski Barracks. Classes are one hour, with time slots between 9 a.m. to noon depending on the size of the dog. Cost is $15 per dog. This fee must be paid in advance by close of business Friday either in person at Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation or by calling 4934117 or 0631-3406-4117. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.
SKIES Gymnastics
Enrollment is now open for SKIES Unlimited gymnastics for ages 1 to 18 in the Kaiserslautern Community. Visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and click on the WebTrac link for class times, dates and fees by age group. Open to all ID card holders from all branches of service. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 5419065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.
SOS Survivor Support Group
The Army Community Service Survivor Outreach Services hosts a SOS Survivor Support Group second Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. in Building 3820 (next to the Thrift Shop), second floor conference room on Landstuhl Post. Registration is required and must be done by 2 p.m. the day of the meeting by calling the ACS front desk at 531-2863/2851 or 0611-143-531-2863/2851. This is an ongoing monthly support group for surviving family members of deceased active duty service members.
Latin Nights at the Rheinlander!
The last Friday of the month is Latin Night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., in the ballroom of the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. The Salsa Band Borinkuba will perform live several Latin music favorites, such as Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. Food is available from 8 to 11 p.m. This event is for those 18 and older, who are I.D. card holders. No cover charge. For details, call the Rheinlander Community Club at 5312887 or 0611-143-531-2887.
Get Outdoors with Army ODR
Virtual Contest
MWReligible patrons can enjoy time outside during the Get Outdoors with Army Outdoor Recreation virtual contest open through Oct. 31. Each completed activity or equipment rental at Baumholder or Kaiserslautern ODR earns an entry into monthly prize drawings. Participants must submit the official online form for every qualifying action. Winners are announced the second Friday after each month. Full contest details are available on baumolder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Bay Rental Special
Family and MWR Automotive Skills Centers on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, and Landstuhl Post and Pulaski Barracks in Kaiserslautern are offering a $2 discount per hour on all bay fees for E-5 and below military service members throughout July. The promotion applies to active-duty, reserve and retired personnel. The centers aim to make vehicle maintenance more accessible for lower-enlisted service members. Facility phone numbers and building locations are available at baumholder.armymwr. com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Midnight Bowl-a-thon
Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks, will host Monthly Midnight Bowling on select Fridays from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The event is open to adults 18 and older and costs $15 per person, which includes lane use and shoe rental. Scheduled dates include July 10, Aug. 7 and Sep. 4. Find out more at baumholder.armymwr.com.
Legoland KMC BOSS Trip
A Kaiserslautern BOSS trip to Legoland Deutschland Resort is scheduled for July 11, with registration open through July 10. The group will depart at 8 a.m. from
Bldg. 277 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, and 18 spots are available. Eligible soldiers may register through the KMC BOSS WhatsApp group using the QR code on flyers or at kaiserslautern.armymwr. com. Transportation is provided, but participants must purchase their own entrance ticket. For more information,
call 541-9060 or 0611-143-541-9060.
Family Fundays at Baumholder Recreation Center
The Baumholder Recreation Center, Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks, hosts its monthly Family Funday every second Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m., featuring a handson craft, a family movie on the big screen and free popcorn. Craft kits are free but limited, and registration is required by the Wednesday prior at usag_rp_bmc_rec_ ctr@army.mil. Craft previews are posted on the Baumholder Recreation Center Facebook Group. The next one is July 12. For information, call 0611-143-531-2837 or email the center, or visit baumholder. armymwr.com.
Baumholder 101
Meet new and seasoned spouses at the Baumholder 101 held either twice or once a month from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Post Office building 8661 on Smith Barracks. The next one is Monday, July 13. The goal of this orientation is to connect families with resources, community information, local agencies and services, and other Spouses. There will be representatives from Army Community Service, Outdoor Recreation, Value Added Tax, and many others. The orientation is not limited to incoming Spouses and is open to all Spouses. Registration is not required. For more information, call 531-2850 or 0611143-531-2850.
SKIES Soccer Summer Camps
Register your child now for SKIES Unlimited soccer training for youth ages 2 to 16. Outdoor Trainings are held July 13-15 and Aug. 12-14 at the Pulaski Field on Pulaski Barracks. Times and fees vary by age and are listed on webtrac.mwr.army.mil. Open to ID card holders from all branches of service. Taught by professional soccer coaches. 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 webtrac.mwr.army.mil or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. Parent Central Services is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
SKIES Irish Dance Classes
Register your child now for SKIES Unlimited Irish Dance Classes for ages 4 to 18 at the SKIES Bldg. 3819 on Landstuhl Post. Summer camps are currently offered for the following dates: July 13 to 16, and July 20 to 23, Monday to Thursday. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services. For enrollments, more information, and to register for Irish Dance, visit webtrac.mwr.army.mil or call Parent Central Services at 541-9065/66/67 or 0611-143-541-9065/66/67. Parent Central Service is in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.
Books & Beans Monthly Book Club
Landstuhl Library and the ROB Java Café will launch a new monthly adult book club meeting on the second Tuesday of each month from 1 to 2 p.m. The next one is July 14. The program is open to participants ages 18 and older, with refreshments available for purchase at the Java Café and a childfriendly play area on site. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. No registration is required, and patrons can find details about selected titles and access options at kaiserslautern. armymwr.com. The Java Café is in Building 273 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Landstuhl Library, Bldg. 3810 on Landstuhl Post, has a new after-school Dungeons and Dragons club every Thursday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The next one is July 16. The program is open to ages 8 and older with registration required due to limited space. For more information and to register, call the library at 5419146 or 06111-43-541-9146, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Prost, Prose & Paint
Raise your glass and your creativity at Prost, Prose & Paint, a sip-and-paint with a literary twist, on select dates in 2026 at 6 p.m. in Strikers Bowling Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. Dates: July 16, and Oct. 15. This is for those 18 and older. Food and beverages are available for purchase. No outside food or beverages permitted. Registration by email required: baumholderlibrary@army.mil.
Single Soldier Day
The Baumholder Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers is hosting a Single Soldier Day Event July 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hall of Champions and Minnick Field. The event welcomes Single Soldiers, geographical bachelors, and single parents. Attendees can expect an array of food trucks, and music. The event will feature a Flag Football and soccer tournaments. Interested individuals can register on the day of the event, and all participants will receive a briefing on the rules beforehand. Additionally, the tournaments will offer prizes for first and second place. For more information, call 531-2914 or 0611-143-531-2914.
Flag Football & Soccer Start Smart Enrollments
Start Smart Flag Football and Soccer enrollments for Kaiserslautern is now to July 27 or when slots are full. Cost is $25. Start Smart is a parent/ child interactive program for 3–4-year-olds, led by a Sports/ Fitness Specialist. Start Smart teaches children the skills they need to play organized sports in a FUN, non-competitive environment over the
course of six, 45-minute sessions. Flag football is offered July 13 to 17 at 5 p.m. on Landstuhl Post. Soccer is offered Aug. 3 to 7 at 5 p.m. on Landstuhl Post. For more information and to register, call Parent Central Services, ROB, Bldg. 162, at 541-9065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.
Baumholder Fall Start Smart
Baumholder Fall Start Smart registration for ages 2 to 4, for the Baumholder community is now to Aug. 16. Sports offered are soccer, cheer and flag football for ages 3 and 4, and Move & Play for ages 2 to 3. Start Smart is a Child/Parent interactive program led by a CYS Sports & Fitness Specialist. Cost is $30. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, or by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac. mwr.army.mil
Baumholder Fall Sports Coaches Needed
Volunteer coach recruitment is underway for the upcoming fall season, with openings in youth sports coaching across Soccer, Flag Football, Cheer, Volleyball, Cross Country, Golf, Archery, Bowling and Brazilian Jiu
Jitsu. The program offers benefits such as volunteer hours toward awards and promotion, up to a 100% sportsfee discount for coaches’ children and signature Baumholder sports gear. Volunteers play a critical role in supporting the community and strengthening the mission. Interested applicants may contact the Youth Sports and Fitness office, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, call 0611-143-531-3218 or email kiannah.m.titus.naf@army.mil to begin the coaching process.
Baumholder Fall Sports Season Registration for fall youth sports for the Baumholder community is now to Aug. 16. Sports offered are soccer, ages 5-15, $70; flag football, Ages 7-14, $70; cheer, ages 5-15, $70, golf, ages 8-15, $70, volleyball, ages 9 to 15, $70, cross country, ages 8-15, $70, archery clinic, ages 9-15, $55, bowling clinic, 8 to 15, $55, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Clinic, ages 6 to 12, $55. Sports Physicals/ Health Assessments must be on file and valid to Nov. 15 to participate. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac.mwr.army.mil.
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US Army officer to assume duties as US Medical Liaison Officer to the United Kingdom Defense Medical Directorate
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe (MRC,EUR), along with Command Sgt. Maj. Kalani Kalili, present Col. Heather O’Mara, MRC,EUR Assistant Chief of Staff for Support Operations, with the Army Legion of Merit award during a ceremony at Sembach Kaserne, July 2. O’Mara, a board-certified Family Medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy from the University of New England, has served in her current role since July 2023. Her next assignment will be in the United Kingdom, where she will assume duties as the U.S. Medical Liaison Officer to the United Kingdom Defense Medical Directorate.
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 by appointment
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-Thu & 1st 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/4th Tue
Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC) (except July & Aug)
Bible Study: North Chapel, 9 a.m., Thu
Catholic Religious Education (RE) (except June, July & Aug)
Kindergarten-7th Ramstein Intermediate School: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Sun
Confirmation Class Ramstein Intermediate School: 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: Kapaun Chapel Annex, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed-Fri Church Services: Baumholder 10:30 a.m. Sunday Im Gewerbegebiet 8 , Baumholder Call 0176-18300-897 Kaiserslautern 9:30 a.m. Sunday Lauterstr 9, Kaiserslautern Call 0176-18300-834 or 875 Ramstein
9:00 a.m Sunday 11:30 a.m. Sunday
Ludwig-Erhard Strasse 15, Ramstein Call +49 152 5543 1629
Islam Jumu’ah Khutbah: South Chapel, 1 p.m., Fri Potluck: South Chapel, 7 p.m., 1st Fri
Jewish Facebook.com/KMCMILJEWISHCOMMUNITY
Shabbat: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Fri Sabbath Kiddush & Lunch: 1 p.m.; request location by COB Wed* Torah Study: 7 p.m., Sat — request location & Zoom link Hebrew School & B’nei Mitzvah Study, Sun — request location & Zoom link For more information contact North Chapel
Messianic Service: South Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat
Protestant Contemporary North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Episcopal: Kapaun Chapel, 11:00 a.m., Sun Please note that the Episcopal service has merged with the Traditional service until further notice. Seventh-day Adventist Worship service: North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sat Bible Study: North Chapel, 10 a.m.,
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4 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment
Property of the week
For Rent: 4 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
Apartment in Erlenbach
If you’re new to the area and appreciate traditional German charm, this unique apartment is the perfect place to call home. Located in the peaceful village of KaiserslauternErlenbach, surrounded by nature and scenic walking trails, this spacious home combines timeless character with everyday comfort.
Original wooden ceilings and window frames create a warm, inviting atmosphere, while the large brick wood-burning fireplace serves as the centerpiece of the living space. The apartment features four bedrooms, one full bath-room, a generous living and dining area with plenty of room for large furniture or a dedicated home office, and a fully equipped kitchen with a large island and ample storage. Two private balconies provide the perfect place
Kaiserslautern West Furnished appartment, washing machine, Internet Access, all Incl.utilities, 44 qm, 1 bd, 1 bth, 44 sq meters, 5 min from Kleberkaserne, 10 min from Vogelweh, 15 min from Ramsteinavailable immediately for short term leasing, Assenmacherstrasse 67659 Kaiserslautern Germany, 495 EU, phone: 6313704922, 015125621211 email: cnhs@ gmx.de
Comf. and quiet Apartment, 132sqm, brand new BIK, 2 bd, 1.5 bath, big liv/din, terrace, storage room in basement, parking space, no pets, Housing Approved, €1350 +utl, helli30@aol.com, 0172/ 9934319 (using also WhatsApp)
Modern Apartment in Prime Location, 112 sqm, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, build-in kitchen, covered balcony, heated floors, exposed wooden beans, street parking, downtown Kaiserslautern, rent €1200. For more info please check out our website or email: info@german-aid.com
Rodenbach, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 7 Jan. 2026, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@ tla-rentals.comRodenbach, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 7 Jan. 2026, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com
Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 26 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, €1125 +utl, call 01795310274, mail@stuard.de
4-Bdr/ 1.5 bath, 184 sqm Apartment in Kaiserslautern City Center. Rent 2000€. For more info visit or email team@germanaid.com
5bd, 2bth, Apartment, 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 26 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call 017622201641, michael.fickert@outlook.de
Two-story Apt Downtown K-Town, close to train station, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, BIK, 178 sqm, rent 1700€, Check out www.ger man-aid.com for details or email info@ger man-aid.com
Duplex in Niederstaufenbach, 6 bed, 2 bath, 2 WC, 2 Terrace, 2 Balcony. Garden, 245 sq meters, Energy passport: 1) Oil, Bj. 1997, 74,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis, 2) Oil, Bj. 1997, 69 kWh/ (sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis. Price €369000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Bruchmuehlbach-Miesau-Vogelbach, 3 bed, 1 bath, WC, Terrace, Balcony. Garden, 169 sq meters, Energy passport: Electricity, Bj. 1996, 70,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK B, Bedarfsausweis. Price €549000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Foeckelberg, 3 bed, 2 bath, Guest-WC, Terrace, Balcony, Garden, 175sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 2000, 179,80 kWh/(sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsausweis. Price €329000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Glanbruecken, 3 bed, 2 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, balcony, 144 sq meters, Energy passport: Electriciry, Bj. 1956, 171,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsausweis. Price €149000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Hefersweiler, 6 bed, 2 bath, Terrace, Garden, Loggia, 196 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1983, 166,80 kWh/(sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsausweis. Price €199000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Hohenoellen, 3 bed, 2 bath, Terrace, Garden, Wintergarden, 188 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1895, 220,10 kWh/(sqma) EEK G, Bedarfsausweis. Price €139000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Ramstein, 2 bed, 1 bath, Guest-WC, Terrace, Balcony, Garden, 84sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1982, 309,30 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €299000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Steinbach/Glan, 3 bed, 2 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, 171 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1948, 172,80 kWh/ (sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsausweis. Price €79000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Family House in Wahnwegen, 3 bed, 2 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, 180 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1905, 283,90 kWh/ (sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €209000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de
Multifunctional property - ideal for private shared living groups in Altenkirchen/ Pfalz, 12 bed, 10 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, Wintergarden, Lift, Sauna, 564 sq meters, Energy passport: Solar, Pellets, Bj. 1953, 237,70 kWh/(sqma) EEK G, Bedarfsausweis. Price €399000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de
RAMSTEIN MODERN FAMILY HOME FOR SALE 4bd, 2bth, 230sqm, beautiful views, Kottweiler-Schwanden, ready to move in Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €494600 call +49 152 53294744, MEAD REAL ESTATE mre.kmc@icloud.com
Spacious Landstuhl City Apartment, 150 sqm, 3bd, 2bth, large liv/din, 3 balconies, private garage, plus parking space. Walk to restaurants, shopping and public transportation. Only 10 minutes from RAB and LRMC. Asking €315000 Email: arsenstuhl2@gmail.com
Studio Apartment in Deidesheim, 33sqm, BIK, walk out patio next to park, available immediately, €200000, call +17322093930 WhatsApp +49 176 21417043 or mmeketen@hotmail.com, no brokers please!
Well maintained, freestanding House in 66919 Herschberg for SALE, Mitchell Consulting, Kindsbacher Strasse 58, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0)6371737 630, info@mitchell-investment.com. Find all of our properties on FindItGuide.com!
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5.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 215sqm, no pets, available 20.05.. 2026, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de5.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 215sqm, no pets, available 20.05.. 2026, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@gmx.de
5bd, 2.5bth, brand new townhouse, 155sqm, built in kitchen, liv/din, yard, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets subject to approval, AVAILABLE NOW, Housing Approved, €1750 +utl, Check out www.german-aid.com for details or email info@german-aid.com
5bdr/ 2.5 bath home 269 sqm with in law suite, double car garage w/ 1 extra garage. Huge fenced in yard. In Ramstein-Miesenbach. Rent: 2150€. For more info please check out www.german-aid-com or email team@german-aid.com
7.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 190sqm, no pets, available 19 Juni 2026, €1250 +utl, timo.de gen@web.de7.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 190sqm, no pets, available 19 Juni 2026, €1250 +utl, timo.degen@web.de
Enkenbach-Alsenborn, 5.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, no pets, available 27 Feb. 2026, Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@gmx.deEnkenbach-Alsen born, 5.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, no pets, available 22.05.2026, Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de
Enkenbach-Alsenborn, 5bd, 2bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, available 20.05.2026 Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de
Kaiserslautern, 7bd, 3bth, House, 234sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, dogs allowed, available 7 Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, rschw60@gmail.com
Mackenbach-big Villa- near golf course, top condition, 330 sqm, 5 bedrooms, 3 bath, studio in attic, all rooms floor heat, electic blinds, garage, fenced yard, monthly rent 2950 € + util, avail at 15. July 2026, call Ado on 0172 6801258 oder email: rmimmobilien@t-online.de
Oberstaufenbach, 5bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@germanaid.comOberstaufenbach, 5bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.comOberstaufenbach, 5bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com
Sembach, 5bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, Housing Approved, Rent starting at €1500 Check out www.german-aid.com for details or email info@german-aid.com
4.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 268sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2024, Housing Approved, €1,680 +utl, call 004917643477156, email h.vatter@ gmail.com
4bd, 2.5bth, House, 210sqm, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, call 0173 32 25 243, klaus.cossmann@ web.de
2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@ mytlahome.com
2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets ; www.mytla home.com/b81c ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp) ; inquiries@mytlahome.com
Brand new TLA Appartment in best location near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslautern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de
Ramstein-Miesenbach, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 24 Sep. 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho me.com
Brand new, ground floor, 3BR 1.5BA TLA Apartment, 10min from RAB [ref=M213] ; Brand new, fast internet, ground floor, patio with BBQ grill, off-street parking ; ; inqui ries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)
Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, 130sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 6 Jan. 2023, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
Free-standing home in Ramstein, 3 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, two-car garage, heated floors, backyard, balcony, fireplace, rent: €2500, Check out www.germanaid.com for details or email info@germanaid.com
3bd, 2bth, House, 197sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 20 Juli 2026, Housing Approved, €1775 +utl, call 4916090965874, siwatrim@web.de
Free-standing home in SchoenenbergKuebelberg, 3 bdr, 1.5 bath. Fireplace. Partially fenced-in yard. 1 car garage. Rent: 1900€. If interested please visit or email: in fo@german-aid.com
2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Maerz 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de
1bd, 1.5bth, House, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, pets allowed, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, Check out www.ger man-aid.com for details or email info@ger man-aid.com
Bexbach, 2 Schlafzimmer, 2 Badezimmer, Haus, 120qm, BIK, Gaeste-WC, Wohn/Esszimmer, Balkon/Terrasse, ausgebauter Keller, Haustiere erlaubt, frei ab 11.08.2025, Wohnungsbaugeprueft, 1100 € zzgl. MwSt., Tel. +49 176 61306300, chris ta-dahl61@t-online.de
3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, shared garage, pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2024, klincks.tlahome@gmail.com
3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 90sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 103sqm, BIK, liv/ din, pets allowed, available from July 2026, Housing Approved, €1200.0 +utl, call 0637150765, 015229231715, wolf.o@ gmx.net
1BR TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein [ref=S3], all included + rental car, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com
2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 135sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, no pets, available 22 Jan. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 80sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 28 Sep. 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho me.com
3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Jan. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
Apartment Stay Eden PEARL, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Best Located TLA TLF Appartment on Einsiedlerhof 1 or 2 bedrooms, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 70 sq meters, Kaiserstrasse Kaiserslautern Germany, 59 euro or per diem rate, 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de Ask for longterm !
3bd,
Apartment,
laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 11 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com
Poststrasse 1, 66877 Ramstein RamsteinDental.com RamsteinDental@gmail.com WIESBADEN
06119 887 2650
Bahnstrasse 14, 65205 Wiesbaden
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Kaiserslautern,
1.5bth,
138sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace,
TLA / TD Y
Fully furnished TLA in Ramstein-Miesenbach, !AVAILABLE NOW!140sqm, 3bd, 2bth Apartment, Car parking, Free Internet, Price varies, mail kenanz261@ gmail.com or call (+49) 017670718808 to get informations
Landstuhl, 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 76sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 5 Apr. 2023, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com
Lovely TLA Countryhouse BremerhofKaiserslautern The Bremerhof, one of the most unique residential areas in Kaiserslautern, located in a beautiful clearing in the middle of the Palatinate Forest, but with less than a 5 minutes drive to the center of K-Town.The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a living room, 1 bathroom and a romatic garden with pool which is the perfect place for days of rest and relaxation while you settle in Germany. Call 00 49 171 313 6996 or mail: More information: www.judithkern.com info@judithkern.com
Ramstein-Miesenbach, 5bd, 2bth, House, 150sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, dogs allowed, available 7 Sep. 2021, Housing Approved, klincks.tlahome@ gmail.com
Stay Eden CORAL, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hel lo@stay-eden.com
Mackenbach, 5bd, 3bth, House, 235sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, garden, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 3 Dec 2020, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 176 313 73 451, nicolewan dowsky@web.de
Stay Eden AMBER, 11 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hel lo@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden EMERALD, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden JADE, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@ stay-eden.com
Stay Eden MOONSTONE GREEN, 14 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, AC. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden MOONSTONE, 14 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, AC. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hel lo@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden ONYX, 11 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@ stay-eden.com
Stay Eden SAPPHIRE BLUE, 7 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden RUBY, 7 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@ stay-eden.com
Stay Eden SAPPHIRE GREEN, 7 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden SAPPHIRE WHITE, 7 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Stay Eden SUNSTONE, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Steinwenden, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 8 Maerz 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
TLA / TDY 5BR 3BA house, 15min from RAB (West Gate) [ref: LM8] ; brand new. walk-in closet, workspace, patio with BBQ grill, pet friendly, off-street parking lots, fenced in yard ; www.mytlahome.com/ lm8 ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (Whatsapp, Signal)
TLA /TDY Weilerbach, 4bd, 4bth, House, 227sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 9 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com
TLA /TDY/TLF & Car, near Panzer, Kleber, Daenner K., Kaiserslautern, 3bdr, 1.5bth, apartment/townhouse, 147sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, call/ WhatsAPP: +49 15678 212 399 Email: in fo@tla-rentals.com
TLA Premium Real Estate-KTown City: Exclusive Penthouse - air conditioned, 1bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 75sqm, BIK, balcony/ terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 11 Maerz 2026, Housing Approved, rent per diem+utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com
TLA, TDY, 2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, pets allowed, available 3 Okt. 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho me.com
TLA/TDY 2BR 1.5BA house, 5min from RAB, patio & BBQ grill [ref: B3G], www.myt lahome.com/b3g ; inquiries@mytlaho me.com ; +4917624687550 (Cell, Whatsapp, Signal)
TLA/TDY 2BR apartment, 5min from RAB [Ref: W20] ; AC, heated floors, walk-in closet, workspace, balcony with BBQ grill, pet friendly, off-street parking ; www.mytlaho me.com/w20 ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (Cell, Whatsapp, Signal)
TLA/TDY downtown 2BR 1BA with walkin closet [ref: N13B]Don't hesitate to PM us or drop us your inquiry at: inquiries@ mytlahome.com or +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal )
TLA/TDY ground floor 1BR 1BA w/ patio & BBQ grill, 2min to RAB [ref: AH12A]Don't hesitate to PM us or drop us your inquiry at: inquiries@mytlahome.com or +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal )
TLA/TDY new 1BR 1.5BA w/ SAUNA & heated floors, 9min to RAB [ref: AS20A]âœ‰ï¸ inquiries@mytlaho me.com? +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal )www.my-tla.com
TLA/TDY spacious 4BR 2BA in downtown Ramstein [ref: L41B]Don't hesitate to PM us or drop us your inquiry at: inquiries@ mytlahome.com or +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal ), www.my-tla.com
TLA/TLF/TDY Apartment in Landstuhl, 114 sqm 3bd, 1bth, BIK, pets allowed, fast internet connection, all utilities included, always staying within your TLA/TQSE allowance, call 0176 70 70 83 73, simo ne.manz@postbank.de
TLA / TDY first floor studio in downtown Landstuhl [REF: H37] Location: Landstuhl (10 min to Ramstein US Air Base) Don't hesitate to PM us or drop us your inquiry at: inquiries@mytlahome.com +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal )
TLA Weilerbach, 1 bd, 1 bth, 75 sq meters, schlesienstr. 3 67685Weilerbach, €35, 01795310274, mail@stuard.de
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2010 Subaru Impreza 2.5L Premium AWD, US, Year: 2010 Make: Subaru Model: Impreza Sedan 4dr Auto 2.5i Premium
Special Edition Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 4-Speed A/T Exterior: Newport Blue Pearl Interior: Ivory *PACKAGE Special Edition pkg -..., €6,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4WD, US, Air Conditioning, All Wheel Drive, Alloy Wheels, Automatic, Keyless Entry, Navigation, Park Distance Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, €15,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, US, Year: 2014 Make: Jeep Model: Wrangler Unlimited 4WD 4dr Sahara Engine: V6 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC (W5A580) -inc: Tip Start, Hill Descent Control Exterior: Granite Crystal Interior: Black *SAF..., €19,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2015 Land Rover Evoque Pure Plus Sport, US, Air Bag, Air Conditioning, All Season Tires, Automatic, Heated Seats, Multifunction for Steering Wheel, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Seats, €14,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmo torcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2015 Toyota Yaris 5-Door LE, Hatchback, Front, 4-Speed Automatic, $13,999 (DE9944). 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 Mazda 6 Touring Sedan, US, Year: 2017 Make: Mazda Model: Mazda6 Touring Auto Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 6-Speed A/T Exterior: Sonic Silver Metallic Interior: Black *SAFETY Back-Up Camera Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safet..., €14,995. Bavarian Motor CarsBMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admingraf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2017 Mercedes-Benz E200 Sports Coupe, EU, $26,993 (DE8951). 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!
2017 Toyota Corolla, US, €17,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2017 VW Jetta 1.8T SEL, US, Year: 2017 Make: Volkswagen Model: Jetta SEL Engine: 1.8L in-line 4 and variable valve timing Transmission: automatic with manual mode and floor shifter Exterior: Cardinal Red Metallic Interior: Black *SAFETY Back-Up C..., €14,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 Audi A3 Sportback TDI Up To 68 MPG, EU, $18,999 (DE10169). 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!
2018 Ford Mustang Convertible 2D EcoBoost Premium 2.3L I4 Tu, US, €20,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 GMC Acadia Denali, US, Year: 2018 Make: GMC Model: Acadia AWD 4dr Denali Engine: V6 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC Exterior: White Frost Tricoat Interior: Cocoa/ Shale *PACKAGE *Driver Alert Package II includes Lane ..., €26,495. Bavarian Motor CarsBMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admingraf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited, US, *JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA Exterior Color: Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat Exterior Paint Interior Color: Black Interior Color Interior: Leather-Trimmed Seats with Sahara Logo Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ ESS Tran..., €31,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - WuerzburgBMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-PasteurStrasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 Subaru Legacy Sedan 4D i Limited AWD 2.5L H4, US, Year: 2018 Make: Subaru Model: Legacy 2.5i Limited Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine Transmission: CVT Transmission Exterior: Crystal Black Silica Interior: Warm Ivory *SAFETY Back-Up Camera Outboard Front Lap And Shou..., €20,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2019 BMW 120 M-Sport 120 i, Edition M Sport Shadow Up to 48 MPG, EU, $23,999 (DE10002). 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 Dodge Durango GT AWD, US, Year: 2019 Make: Dodge Model: Durango GT AWD Engine: V6 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC Exterior: DB Black Clearcoat Interior: Black *INSTALLED OPTIONS *Black- Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats 2 Seat €27,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2019 Land Rover Discovery, $31,999 (DE10015). 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 Ford Focus EcoBoost, Titanium Up To 55 MPG, EU, $21,699 (DEN9897). 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 Volkswagen Tiguan I.Q Drive TDI, EU, $21,497 (DEN9610). 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!
2019 Volkswagen Touran Comfortline Up To 50 MPG, EU, $19,999 (DE9954). 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!
2020 Audi A3 Sportback 35i (Up to 40 MPG), EU, $24,997 (DEN9651). 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 Audi Q2 35 TFSI Sport (Up to 30 MPG), EU, 7 speed S Tronic, $21,993 (DEN8708). 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 Dodge Journey SE Value, SUV, Front, 4-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $17,999 (DE10131). 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 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium, Coupe, Rear, 6-Speed Manual, $28,999 (DE9725). 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 Honda CR-V Hybrid Touring AWD, Rear, Automatic, $33,100 (004590). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@milita rycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2021 BMW 116d Advantage, $21,499 (DEN9689). 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!
2021 BMW 118i M Sport Automatic (Up To 55 MPG), EU, $24,999 (DE9832). 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 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan, US, €32,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2021 Jeep Gladiator Crew Cab Overland 4WD 3.6L V6 PO, Automatic, $34,245 (104657). 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!
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2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4WD, US, *JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED 4X4
Exterior Color: Velvet Red Pearl-Coat Exterior Paint Interior Color: Black Interior Color Interior: Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine Upg I w/ ESS Transmission: 8-Speed ..., €30,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2021 Seat Arona FR, EU, $19,999 (DE9989). 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 Volkswagen Tiguan Active Up to 48 MPG, EU, $24,499 (DE10142). 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 228i xDrive Gran Coupe M, US, €29,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Cupra Formentor 1.5 TSI Up To 50 MPG, EU, $27,999 (DEN9714). 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!
2022 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan, US, *BMW 330i xDrive Sedan Black Saphire CO2 package Remote engine start 19" LA wheel double sp.793I AS em.op. Steering wheel heater Sports leather steering wheel Tire with run-flat functionality Sport automat..., €33,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admingraf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 BMW 430i Gran Coupe, US, €38,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L, US, *CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING L Exterior Color: Fathom Blue Pearl-Coat Interior Color: Black / Alloy / Black Interior Colors Interior: McKinley Leather Perforated Bucket Seats Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine with Stop/Start Transm..., €35,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Cupra Formentor 1.5 TSI, EU, $25,999 (DEN9715). 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 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Laramie, US, RAM 3500 LARAMIE CREW CAB 4X4 Exterior Color: Bright White ClearCoat Exterior Paint Interior Color: Black Interior Color Interior: Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins HO Turbo Diesel Engine Transmission: 6Spe..., €67,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Honda Civic Touring, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 7-Speed Shiftable CVT, $29,999 (DE10160). 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 Hyundai i20, EU, $18,995 (DE9270). 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!
2022 Jeep Wrangler Utility 4D Sahara Altitude 4WD 2.0L I4 Tu, US, JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA Exterior Color: Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat Interior: Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine with Start Stop Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission *F..., €41,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Mercedes-Benz A 180 A 180d, EU, $21,999 (DEN9671). 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 MINI Clubman Cooper S ALL4, Rear, Automatic, $24,575 (204713). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Opel Corsa GS Line, EU, $18,999 (DE10028). 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!
2022 Volkswagen T-CROSS 1.0 TSI, Style, EU, $22,995 (DEN9633). 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 Volkswagen T-ROC Life, EU, $24,997 (DEN9630). 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!
2022 Volvo XC40 T5 R-Design AWD Up To 30 MPG, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $28,999 (DE9956). 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!
2023 Skoda Fabia Style - Apple CarPlayHeated Seats, EU, $20,395 (DEN9570). 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 Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 VVT iE Hybrid Comfort, EU, $22,449 (DEN9866). 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 Toyota Yaris Hybrid Automatic, EU, $19,999 (DEN9187). 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!
2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (Up To 99 MPG), SUV, Rear, 1-Speed Direct-Drive Automatic, $25,499 (DE9853). 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 Volkswagen T-Cross 1.0 TSI, Life, EU, $22,997 (DE9641). 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!
2024 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, US, Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic\tab\tab\tab Oyster/Black SensaTec\tab\tab\tab *M Sport Package\tab\tab\tab 8-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission\tab\tab\tab M Sport Steering\tab\tab\tab Without Lines designation outside\tab\tab\tab Rear spoiler\tab\tab\tab *Premium Pack..., €42,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan, US, 2024 330i xDrive Sedan\tab\tab\tab Black Sapphire Metallic\tab\tab\tab Black Perforated SensaTec\tab\tab\tab *Driving Assistance Package\tab\tab\tab Active Driving Assistant\tab\tab\tab Active Blind Spot Detection\tab\tab\tab Lane Departure Warning\tab \tab\tab *Pa..., €45,495. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 BMW 4 Series 430i xDrive M Sport Up To 33 MPG, Coupe, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $43,999 (DE10082). 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!
2024 BMW X1 xDrive28i, US, *2024 X1
xDrive28i\tab\tab\tab San Remo Green Metallic \tab\tab Black Perforated Veganza\tab \tab *xLine\tab\tab\tab Satin aluminum line exterior trim\tab\tab\tab Black High Gloss Trim w/ Ambient Light\tab\tab\tab SensaTec Dashboard\tab\tab\tab xLine content ..., €39,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, LouisPasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@ bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 BMW X3 M40i, US, €57,690. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmo torcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 BMW X6 M60i, US, *BMW X6 M60i Tanzanite blue II metallic Silverstone Sensafin Leather *Parking Assistance Package Parking Assistant Professional Active Park Distance Control Surround View w/ 3D View *Executive Packag..., €91,800. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Kaiserslautern, Pariser Str. 398, 398 Pariser Strasse, Kaiserslautern, 67663 Germany, +49 (0) 631 560009091, admin-ktown@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring AWD Up to 40 MPG, SUV, AWD/4WD, 1Speed Direct-Drive Automatic, $41,999 (DE10141). 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!
2024 Hyundai i10 N-Line (Up to 45 MPG), EU, $18,495 (DEN9397). 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!
2022 VW ID4 Pro S, US, Year: 2022 Make: Volkswagen Model: ID.4 PRO S Engine: Electric Motor Transmission: automatic and floor shifter Exterior: Glacier White Metallic/Black Roof Interior: Lunar Gray *INSTALLED OPTIONS *Gradient Package marketing@bavarianmotorcars.com
2023 BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe, US, *BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe Jet Black Mocha Perforated Dakota Leather *Sport Line 17" Double-spoke wheels style 549 with all-season run-flat tires Satin aluminum line exterior trim Sport seats Illum..., €33,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 BMW X1 M35i, US, *2024 BMW X1 M35i\tab\tab\tab Mineral White Metallic\tab\tab\tab Black M Alcantara/Veganza With Blue Contrast Stitching\tab\tab *Driving Assistance Professional Package\tab\tab\tab Active Driving Assistant Pro\tab\tab\tab Active Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go\tab\tab\tab €49,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
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2024 BMW X5 xDrive40i, US, €66,820. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - WuerzburgBMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-PasteurStrasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2024 Hyundai i10, EU, $17,493 (DEN10181). 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!
2024 Seat Leon Style (Up to 60 MPG), EU, $24,697 (DEN9492). 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!
2025 Audi Q5 Sportback Premium Plus 2.0 TFSI quattro, Rear, Automatic, $60,690 (535223). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, jland@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2025 BMW X2 xDrive28i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $39,993 (DE9135). 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!
2025 Ford Maverick XL FWD SuperCrew, Front, Manual, $30,335 (541332). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)1622145729, JH83006@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
TRAFFIC LIGHTS
by German-American Community Office
Turning at traffic lights in Germany is a little bit different than in the US. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back!
There are two different green arrows that indicate how and when you can make a turn at a red light.
Scenario 1: Red traffic light and green metal arrow.
In this scenario, you are allowed to make a right turn on the right lane even though the traffic light is red. You do not have to, though! When you do, your car must come to a standstill at the line for 3 seconds and you need to yield to other participants in traffic. Pay special attention to other cars, cyclists, and pedestrians. If there is no danger to other members of traffic, you can make the turn.
Scenario 2: Red traffic light and green arrow within the traffic light.
In this scenario, you can make a right turn without stopping at the line. This green light arrow also gives you the right of way and you do not have to yield to other members of traffic.
Scenario 3: Red traffic light and no arrow.
Whenever there is a red traffic light that does not have a green arrow attached, you cannot make a right turn. You must stop at the traffic light until it turns green. Once the light turns green, you can make a turn but must yield to oncoming straight traffic.
As always, not adhering to German traffic regulations is fined. Up to € 70 and one point against your license if you don’t stop at the line in the metal arrow scenario 1. If you endanger someone, the fine goes up.
At least € 118.50 and one point against your license if you run a red light. If you endanger other traffic, fines go up and your license will be suspended.
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As temperatures rise, Army Sustainers keep Baumholder hydrated, mission-ready
by 1st Lt. Nahjier Williams 16th Sustainment Brigade
As temperatures across Europe surged into the 90s this week, the rising heat posed a real threat to mission readiness and community safety. In response, the 16th Sustainment Brigade activated one of its many sustainment capabilities, calling on Soldiers of the 240th Composite Supply Company to provide critical water relief to the Baumholder Military Community. Their rapid response showcased just a portion of the capabilities housed within the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion and the broader sustainment enterprise across the brigade.
The 240th CSC is no stranger to supporting the community. In recent months, the unit has represented the Knights Brigade during water-related disruptions, using its technical expertise to deliver safe, reliable access to potable water. Their ability to mobilize quickly and provide immediate sustainment effects has made them a trusted asset across the installation.
This week, their mission shifted to heat-injury prevention as rising temperatures affected military communities across Europe.
On June 24, Soldiers from the 240th CSC were tasked to establish a community-accessible potable-water point on Smith Barracks. A two-Soldier team rapidly mobilized, setting up at a water access point and preparing a 2,000-gallon HIPPO water distribution system for public use. Spc. Collin Gordon, a 92W water treatment specialist, monitored system gauges while Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Castillo, a fellow 92W and section leader, filled the tank.
“This system is normally used in field environments and can hold up to 2,000 gallons,” Castillo said. “When paired with Army platforms such as the Load Handling System or the Palletized Load System, it can be transported anywhere we need it.”
The mission provided immediate relief to the community while allowing the Water Platoon to train on wartime tasks — reinforcing readiness while delivering real-time support.
Recently, the 240th CSC demonstrated these same capabilities alongside NATO partners, including the Finnish Army, during SWORD 26, showcasing the brigade’s ability to mobilize, purify, and distribute potable water from non-consumable sources. These joint efforts strengthened interoperability and highlighted the 16th Sustainment Brigade’s reputation for delivering world-class sustainment across the European theater.
“Hydration is a critical part of medical readiness,” Spc. Gordon emphasized. “Dehydration can lead to kidney failure or even death. This water point helps prevent that.”
On June 25, the HIPPO was staged in a central, high-traffic area to support Soldiers conducting physical training and community members moving across the installation. With early-morning temperatures already climbing, the water point offered a place to hydrate, cool off, and refill containers — a simple but effective measure to reduce heat-related injuries.
June 25. The potable -water point was established to provide Baumholder Military Community residents relief from rising temperatures and to support ongoing heat-injury prevention efforts.
A second team, including Spc. Henry Karimu, another 92W, executed the follow-on phase by downloading the HIPPO and preparing it for continued use. Before departing, Karimu conducted a serviceability check, splashing water on his face and taking a drink — a small reminder of the system’s immediate value.
By establishing this water point, the 16th Sustainment Brigade once again demonstrated the essential role of Army sustainers: protecting Soldiers, maintaining readiness, and supporting the daily flow of life across the Baumholder Military Community — with the 95th CSSB and 240th CSC leading the effort on the ground.
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Castillo, a 92W water treatment specialist and section leader with the Water Platoon, 240th Composite Supply Company, 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, stands atop a HIPPO water distribution system as she uses a hose from a water access point on Smith Barracks to fill the 2,000-gallon unit during potable -water operations in Baumholder, June 24.
Below: A HIPPO water distribution system sits in a small lot adjacent to the Baumholder Library, serving as a rehydration point for Baumholder Military Community residents as a preventative measure against heat-related injuries. The equipment was staged the morning of June 25, by Soldiers from the 240th Composite Supply Company, 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion.
U.S. Army Spc. Henry Karimu, a 92W water treatment specialist assigned to the 240th Composite Supply Company, 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, lets water run over his hands while conducting a diagnostic check on a HIPPO water distribution system at its designated community rehydration point on Smith Barracks, Baumholder,
Honoring the Mission: LRMC recognizes Legacy Plus Soldiers as deployment concludes
by Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
As one deployment comes to an end, another chapter of readiness begins.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center recognized more than 173 Request for Forces (Legacy Plus) Soldiers during an end-oftour awards ceremony, honoring their contributions to the military’s largest hospital outside the continental United States June 29 in the Heaton Auditorium.
The ceremony marked the conclusion of a deployment that saw Soldiers rapidly integrate into LRMC’s mission, helping expand the hospital’s capacity while maintaining uninterrupted patient care.
Col. Warran Stewart, commander of LRMC, thanked the Legacy Plus Soldiers for their service and commitment to the mission.
“You left your homes and families on short notice, arriving here ready to lead, adapt, and make us a stronger team!,” Stewart said. “You literally made us a better place the second you hit the ground.”
Stewart said the Soldiers strengthened the organization through their diverse backgrounds, professional expertise, and positive attitudes.
Lt. Col. Lynae Place, LRMC’s Legacy Plus lead, thanked the permanent staff for welcoming the deploying Soldiers and sharing their expertise throughout the mission.
“You prepared us to face the harshest realities, ensuring we were ready to care for combat casualties when they arrived,” Place said. “The readiness we built together is real,
and we proved that with only a 48-hour notice, we could mobilize and get service members on a plane directly to LRMC.”
Stewart said the rapid mobilization demonstrated an unprecedented level of readiness.
“Never before has a unit mobilized with a zero-notice deployment within 48 hours in support of a real combat operation to a military treatment facility, doubling its size and capacity, while continuing their regular mission,” Stewart said.
He said Army senior leaders, includingGen. Christopher Donahue, commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, the Army surgeon general, and other Army Medicine leaders praised the team’s ability to rapidly integrate into the mission.
“The Legacy Plus Soldiers didn’t just fill gaps,” Stewart said. “They brought fresh energy, specialized skills, and an unwavering commitment to patient care and operational support.”
Whether caring for patients, managing logistics, or supporting administrative operations, the Soldiers played a critical role in sustaining LRMC’s mission throughout the deployment.
“Just four days ago, while walking through the intensive care unit, I watched them conducting training,” Stewart said. “Even while preparing to return home, they were still looking for ways to improve. They identified capability gaps and approached the scenario as if it were a real-world crisis. You just can’t replicate that level of dedication.”
As the awards were presented, the cer-
Command Sgt Maj. Jorge Oquendo (left), and Col. Warren Stewart, command team for Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, pose with to Request for Forces (Legacy Plus) Sgt. 1st Class Danny Burce, noncommissioned officer in charge of Request for Forces (Legacy Plus); U.S. Air Force Lt. Col Mark Cheney, Legacy Plus lead; and Lt. Col. Lynae Place, U.S. Army Legacy Plus lead, after they received the Army Commendation Medal during an awards ceremony June 29 in the Heaton auditorium at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. The ceremony marked the conclusion of the Legacy Plus deployment supporting a named combat operation.
emony reflected pride and gratitude for a successful deployment. For many Soldiers, the mission was a defining professional experience as they cared for wounded, ill, and injured service members, retirees, and family members while supporting the hospital’s readiness mission.
Although the deployment is ending, leaders said the impact of the Legacy Plus Soldiers will continue long after their departure.
“We couldn’t have been as successful as we were without leaders like Col. Stewart, Command Sgt. Maj. Oquendo, Lt. Col. Alvarez, Command Sgt. Maj. Woolley, 1st
Sgt. Hobson, and Capt. King, who welcomed the Legacy Plus personnel as members of their own team,” said Sgt. 1st Class Danny Bruce noncommissioned officer in charge of Legacy Plus.
Bruce said the deployment provided invaluable operational experience that will benefit the Soldiers throughout their careers.
“The resilience these Legacy Plus service members have shown, and the real-world experience they’ve gained here, will have a lasting impact on their careers and lives,” Bruce said. “They are leaving here not only as better Soldiers, Airmen, and medical professionals, but as better leaders.”
Legacy Plus (RFF) Soldiers gathered for a final photo in front of the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Emergency Room, before heading home at the conclusion of their deployment
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BURGHAUSEN from Page 1
local Bavarian hospitality. It is also a fantastic spot from which to explore some of the most beautiful places in Germany and Austria.
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A kilometer of castle
Germany is rightly famous for its castles. But the one in Burghausen is a must-see – both up close and from a distance. Why? For starters, the castle is more than a kilometer long (1,051 meters, to be exact), which makes for a fantastic photo opportunity when looking up at it from the beautiful medieval old town.
It’s also packed with history. The area in which the castle stands has been inhabited for thousands of years. The castle itself has been around for a millennium. Incredibly, it has escaped total destruction throughout its history, though it has been repaired and modernized on many occasions.
Visiting the castle is a very memorable experience (and one that is filled with plenty of worthy photo ops, too). Visitors can explore the castle walls, race across drawbridges, duck into cool old halls and cells, and wander through on-site museums and gift shops. As a bonus, the views from the castle are outstanding. Austria lies just on the other side of the Salzach River.
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Four-season fun
Burghausen is a joy to visit during any season of the year. The old town is beautiful. It offers narrow cobblestone
streets, Bavarian architecture, shops, restaurants, old churches, and a healthy dose of Bavarian food and drink (biergartens!).
Burghausen also feels a little bit like a secret destination. Five hundred years ago, the town (and area) was doing really, really well, thanks in large part to the economic benefits it reaped from a thriving salt trade. Like most “good” things in medieval Europe, however, the town’s medieval prosperity came to an end because of war and a noble takeover of the salt trade. The town’s status was greatly diminished, but much beauty remained – like the castle, which is gold for today’s tourists.
In the summer, the town is excellent for swimmers. Lake Wöhrsee is incredible. Located just beneath the ridge that holds the castle, it is a perfect spot for picnickers, swimmers, and people who love to take naps beneath shade trees. You can walk there from the old town. And when you glance up, you remember: the world’s longest castle is just above you.
In the winter, Burghausen is just a short drive from a number of prime skiing destinations in Austria (and even Italy, just a couple of hours over the Alps). Autumn and spring are gorgeous times to visit, as well.
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Side trip central
Would you like to visit Munich, Salzburg, and Berchtesgaden? Well, Burghausen is located an hour from all three places. In one long weekend, you can soak up all the goodness the town has to offer and some of the region’s most famous destinations.
Additionally, the Alps are so very close to Burghausen. If you’re itching to see the Austrian Alps, especially, on the eastern side of Salzburg (and you should, because they’re amazing), Burghausen will get you there quickly.
Getting There
By car, Burghausen is 5 hours from Kaiserslautern, 3 hours from Stuttgart, and 5 hours from Wiesbaden. Check with Deutsche Bahn for train information.
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Aerial view of the world’s longest castle in Burghausen.
View of the inner courtyard of the main castle of Burghausen castle.
Historic buildings at the famous old town of Burghausen, Bavaria.
AT THE MOVIES
Moana (2026)
Moana answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.
Cast: Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson, Rena Owen, John Tui, Frankie Adams, Jemaine Clement
Director: Thomas Kail
ANIMATION/COMEDY/FAMILY
Minions & Monsters (2026)
This is the rambunctious, ridiculous and totally true story of how the Minions conquered Hollywood, became movie stars, lost everything, unleashed monsters onto the world and then banded together to try and save the planet from the mayhem they had just created.
Cast: Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch, Bobby Moynihan, Phil LaMarr with Trey Parker and Pierre Coffin
Director: Pierre Coffin
Evil Dead Burn (2026)
Evil Dead Burn unleashes the franchise’s most savage and terrifying ride to date, blazing onto big screens with an all-new chapter of carnage and demonic mayhem. After the loss of her husband, a woman seeks solace with her in-laws in their secluded family home. As one by one they are transformed into Deadites—turning the gathering into a family reunion from hell—she comes to discover that the vows she took in life... live on even in death.
Cast: Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, Hunter Doohan, Luciane Buchanan, Erroll Shand, Maude Davey, Tapiwa Soropa, Keanu Karim, Alain Chabat, Greta Van Den Brink
Director: Sébastien Vaniček
FRIDAY JULY 10
Toy Story 5 (PG) 1300
Minions & Monsters (PG) 1430, 1545, 1715
SuperGirl (PG-13) 1400, 1700
Moana 2026 (PG) 1645
Young Washington (PG-13) 1430
Evil Dead Burn (R) 2000
Backrooms (R) 1945 Obsession (R) 2000
SATURDAY JULY 11
Toy Story 5 (PG) 1130, 1430 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1200, 1430
Young
Washington (2026)
Before he was the Father of a Nation, he was a soldier fighting to survive. A single misstep thrusts young George Washington into the center of a global conflict, testing his honor, loyalty, and courage. As alliances crumble and the frontier erupts into war, he must confront not only his enemies but the man he’s becoming. This is the untold story of Young Washington.
Cast: Kelsey Grammer, Ben Kingsley, William Franklyn-Miller, Andy Serkis, Mary-Louise Parker
Director: Jon Erwin, Daniel Edwards
COMEDY
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (2026)
When her fiancé uses their “celebrity pass” agreement, Midwest bride Gail Daughtry travels to Hollywood seeking revenge by pursuing her own celebrity encounter.
Cast: Jon Hamm, Sabrina Impacciatore, Ken Marino, John Slattery, Zoey Deutch, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Ben Wang Director: David Wain
SuperGirl (PG-13) 1930 Moana 2026 (PG) 1415, 1700 Young Washington (PG-13) 1115
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (R) 1400, 1915
Poster & photos by Walt Disney Animation Studios
Poster by Wonder Project, 2521 Entertainment
Poster by llumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures
Poster by Warner Bros
