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German coordinator visits Global Gateway, Page 2

R-P Sergeant Morales Club inducts 21st TSC Soldiers, Page 7

LRMC Soldiers conquer historic four days marches, Page 14

Guardian sets Hawaii state records for powerlifting, Page 29

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569th US Forces Police Squadron builds combat-ready defenders

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron, pose for a group photo at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The Airmen participated in a field training exercise that was dedicated to exposing them to drone warfare, land navigation, integrated defense operations, communication techniques, infantry movements and mounted and dismounted operations.

Story & photos by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs A 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman barely settled behind the radio when reports began. Routine status checks quickly turned into updates from the entry control point where a suspicious package redirected defenders across the training area. A drone spotted overhead and simulated casualties began reducing the number of Airmen available to respond. As opposing forces pressed the perimeter, every report passed through Senior Airman Rodney Richburg, the patrolman behind the radio, before moving to leadership. For Richburg, It was his first time serving as a radio telephone operator during a field training exercise, there wasn’t much time to think about what came next. “The radio was basically my whole job while everybody else was shooting,” Richburg said. “Patience is key. I had to gather the whole report of the situation before relaying it.” See POLICE, Pages 3, 16 & 17

Lübeck: Queen of the harbors No matter where you are staying in Germany, there are plenty of day trips that allow you to explore somewhere new without spending hours on the road. But if you’re willing to venture a little See LÜBECK, Page 30

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is the featured movie of the week, Page 31 View of historic Lübeck with Holsten gate in the front.

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German coordinator of transatlantic cooperation visits Global Gateway by Senior Airman Jason Jones Jr. U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa Metin Hakverdi, German Coordinator of Transatlantic Cooperation, left, receives a mission brief from U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Devon Bullock, 37th Aircraft Maintenance flight chief, during his orientation visit to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 13, 2026. During his visit, Hakverdi learned more about the C-130J Super Hercules and its important role in airlift operations across the theater.

Metin Hakverdi, German Coordinator of Transatlantic Cooperation, left, receives a mission brief from U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Devon Bullock, 37th Aircraft Maintenance flight chief, during his orientation visit to Ramstein Air Base, July 13. During his visit, Hakverdi learned more about the C-130J Super Hercules and its important role in airlift operations across the theater. Photo by SrA Jason Jones Jr.

Metin Hakverdi, German Parliament coordinator of transatlantic cooperation for intersocietal relations, and Lt. Gen. Jason Hinds, U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa commander, pose for a photo at Ramstein Air Base, July 13. Discussing day-to-day collaborations between German citizens and American Airmen in the Kaiserslautern community, Hakverdi’s visit served as an opportunity to strengthen networks and build enduring bridges. Photo by TSgt. Nathan Eckert

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POLICE from Page 1 Richburg was one of 14 defenders participating in the FTX that concluded two weeks of Security Forces Level 100 instruction with the 569th USPS. Instructors layered scenario after scenario, pressuring Airmen to apply classroom instruction whilst responding to an evolving defense of a simulated forward operating base throughout the day. Staff Sgt. Kane Dew, 569th USPS lead training instructor, said the goal was never to create a perfect exercise, it was to create an environment where Airmen work together while managing competing priorities. Instructors built the exercise around training injects to meet the objective, which are multiple scripted events that involve threats and prime concerns changing without warning, all designed to complicate the battlefield.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron drive a Polaris MRZR during a simulated patrol at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The field training exercise was designed to overload defenders with competing demands, forcing them to communicate effectively and navigate turbulent environments. Photos by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster

See POLICE, Pages 16 & 17 U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Isaac Bell, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, scouts through the woods during a field training exercise at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The field training exercise challenged defenders to identify, report and respond to threats representative of today’s operational landscape.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Rodney Richburg, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, and Staff Sgt. Caleb Britton, 569th UFPS desk sergeant, scout through the woods at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The FTX strengthened skills surrounding shoot and move, communication, land navigation, mounted operations and reacting to combat to support ever-evolving mission requirements.

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RETIREE APPRECIATION D C M K AY 0 26 Retired Military, Dependents, Surviving Family Members and DoD Civilians are invited!

WHEN: THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 WHERE: RAMSTEIN OFFICERS’ CLUB

Doors open at 8.30 a.m., Opening ceremony at 9 a.m., Breakfast at 9.15 a.m. Information Fair doors open at 10.30 a.m., Medical and Dental clinics, Flu shots, DeCa, AAFES, FBU, TRICARE, Notars, German-American Lawyers, Voting Assistance and many more.

Retire from work, but not from life!

M.K. Soni

For more information contact the USAG RP RSO at Tel. 0611-143-541-1021 or erik.c.thomsen2@civ.army.mil

THE HOUSING HYPE

TAKE NOTE 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 retirement-related 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.

KMC Housing Furnishings Management Section Service

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

The KMC Housing Furnishings Management Section (FMS) is here to support you and make your transition as pleasant as possible. FMS provides loaner furniture for up to 90 days when you are PCS’ing in and out of the KMC. FMS also provides washing machines, dryers, refrigerators and transformers – as necessary – for the length of your tour. The appliance shop will hook up your washer and dryer the same day it gets delivered. Newcomers, please contact FMS to schedule your loaner furniture once you have a certified rental agreement.

The Furniture Management Section walk-in hours are 7:30 – 15:30, Monday – Thursday and 7:30 – 15:00 on Fridays. We are closed on U.S. and German holidays. For questions, and to schedule your delivery or pick-up, please e-mail our organizational box at 86CES.fms@us.af.mil, or call us at 489-6001, commercial 0631-536-6001. If you have any issues with your FMS delivered appliances, please call the appliance shop at 489-6001 option 1. You can also e-mail the Appliance Shop at 86ces.fms.appliance@us.af.mil.

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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

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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 weapon-free zone. This move comes as a response to a fatal stabbing near the mall in February of this year. 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: 0800-8251600 or 06371-46-2273 (Option 3). For lifethreatening 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.

Finance Customer Service 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/

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726 EMSS Fly Away Security Team Airmen refine tactical airframe integration From left, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Javier Berganza, 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron Fly Away Security team lead, Airman First Class Hayden Hardin, FAST member, and Staff. Sgt. Matthew Weiner, FAST lead, completed a final review, before executing the FASEX 26.2, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30.

Story & photos by Master Sgt. Carlin Leslie 406th Air Expeditionary Wing

CAMP LEMONNIER, DJIBOUTI — In the morning, a U.S. Air Force C-130J completes a combat landing to deliver key cargo to the mission, as the ramp begins to open shots are heard in the distance, mortars begin landing within a few meters. The first thought, “This is why we train,” and the Airmen of the Fly Away Security Team, or FAST, from the 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron go into action. The initiative FASEX 26.2, which was held on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30, 2026, focused on uniting security forces tactics and understanding with airlift crews to establish a unified defense against potential adversaries in high-threat regions, that was held on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30, 2026. “These types of exercises practice and refresh the tactics, techniques, and procedures used between the 726th EMSS and the 75th EAS to protect high-value assets during transport,” said U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Dula, 726th EMSS, FAST non-commissioned

officer in charge. “This training ensures operational readiness, guaranteeing that our Fly Away Security teams can be forwarddeployed anytime and anywhere to support AFRICOM mission sets." During the simulated crisis scenario aboard the C-130J Super Hercules, Airmen practiced tactical defensive maneuvers and streamlined communication methods between all parties. Hands-on exercises like this are designed to remove communication barriers between different military specialties, preparing them for immediate deployment, when the time is needed. “Gaining a better understanding of how our flying partners and the 726th EMSS FAST operate out on a mission allowed us to expand on our roles and responsibilities, driving a more cohesive relationship between our two squadrons,” Dula said. “Ultimately, providing hands-on, realistic training to the teams involved will enhance our mission readiness and ensure we can deliver the fight when called upon.” Focusing on force protection and crisis readiness, requires training under realistic conditions,

allowing the units to build the adaptability needed to secure critical air mobility platforms. Cultivating highly skilled, adaptable Airmen ensures the 406th AEW can maintain uninterrupted operations and protect vital resources across the region. When C-130Js deploy to volatile or remote environments with insufficient local security, the aircrews from the 75 EAS rely on Security Forces "Fly Away" Security Teams who ride along to provide point defense,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brown, 75th EAS commander. “Integrating with FAST teammates during static aircraft loading provides an opportunity to exercise complex tactical procedures without the physical or financial risks associated with an active flight line. “The training provides a safe environment where errors can be identified and corrected immediate ly, preventing catastrophic mistakes during live operations. Both aircrew and FAST benefit from the training.” Ultimately, the exercise ensured that both aircrews and security teams will execute their missions without friction, protecting both the personnel and the aircraft.

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Aircrew from the 75th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron and the 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron, Fly Away Security Team Airmen, brief after an exercise scenario, during FASEX 26.2, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30. The FASEX brought together aircrew from the 75th EAS and 726th EMSS, FAST Airmen to exercise a contact scenario focused on uniting Security Forces’ tactics and understanding with airlift crews to establish a unified defense against potential adversaries in high-threat regions.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Javier Berganza, 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron Fly Away Security Team lead, calls in his team's status during FASEX 26.2, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30.

The patch of the 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron, on a Fly Away Security Team Airmen's arm, during FASEX 26.2, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30.

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Dula, 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron, Fly Away Security Team lead, far right, briefs FAST Airmen and 75th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron aircrew, after an exercise scenario, during FASEX 26.2, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30.

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Rheinland-Pfalz Sergeant Morales Club inducts 21st TSC Soldiers Photos by Pfc. Robert Palmer Jr. 21st Theater Sustainment Command

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 21st Theater Sustainment Command pose for a group photo during the Rheinland-Pfalz Sergeant Morales Club induction ceremony at Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, July 17. The ceremony recognized newly inducted noncommissioned officers who demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism and dedication to the Army’s NCO Corps.

28th Gemcutters and Goldsmith Festival

with street theatre, Sunday shopping (1-6 p.m.) and more…

Enjoy this unique event with traditional pork roast and other specialties.

When: August 1 + 2, 2026 open Sat 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. & Sun 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Denice Malave, left, senior enlisted adviser for the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, places the Sergeant Morales Club medallion around the neck of Staff Sgt. Jaime Davila Lara, a support operations noncommissioned officer with the 409th Contracting Support Brigade, during the Rheinland-Pfalz Sergeant Morales Club induction ceremony at Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, July 17. The Sergeant Morales Club recognizes noncommissioned officers who demonstrate excellence in leadership, uphold Army standards and exemplify the professionalism of the Army’s NCO Corps.

Where: 55 743 Idar Oberstein City Center (under the rock church/Felsenkirche)

www.schmuck-kultur.com

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21st Theater Sustainment Command Soldier evaluates salvaged drone components Photos by Pfc. Robert Palmer Jr 21st Theater Sustainment Command

U.S. Army Sgt. Troy Loomis, a motor transport operator, assigned to the 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, inspects salvaged drone components at the 21st TSC’s Millrinder Innovation Center on Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, July 14. The recovered components are evaluated for reuse, analysis and future experimentation, supporting innovation and operational readiness. U.S. Army Sgt. Troy Loomis, a motor transport operator assigned to the 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, inspects salvaged drone components at the 21st TSC’s Millrinder Innovation Center on Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, July 14. Inspecting recovered drone components helps inform maintenance practices, support innovation and improve unit readiness.

Wine

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at the old market LANDSTUHL Music program on all days Exquisite wines from excellent winemakers Beer and Palatinate food specialties Individual wine tastings on Sat., Aug.01, 2026

07.31.-08.02. Live music FRI: 6:30 pm „Die Amici-Spritz After Work XXL Party“ with DJ Sebster SAT: 7 pm with Dressinger XXL – live! SUN: 12 pm „Wine morning pint“ with „Hoselatz – live!“ SUN: 5:30 pm with Nickel & Dime – live!

old market (Alter Markt) LANDSTUHL Command, inspects salvaged drone components at the 21st TSC’s Millrinder Innovation Center on Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern,

U.S. Army Sgt. Troy Loomis, a motor transport operator assigned to the 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment

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July 14. The effort allows Soldiers to assess recovered equipment, identify reusable parts and support future drone integration initiatives.

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UNTERWEGS

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KERWE (VILLAGE FEST) JULY - AUGUST, VARIOUS DATES/LOCATIONS IN THE KMC

Upcoming village festivals nearby: Erfenbach Waldfest Aug. 8, Schrollbach Aug. 14, Stelzenberg Aug. 15, Mehlingen Aug. 14, Kindsbach Aug. 28, Erfenbach Aug. 28, and Sembach Aug. 28. Also check your local “Amtsblatt” and watch for signs and posters for further dates in individual towns. FRENCH GARDEN PARTY JULY 31, 6 P.M., GARTENSCHAU/ NEUMÜHLEPARK, KAISERSLAUTERN

A touch of France in the middle of summer. Join the garden show for the French garden party, an evening full of joy, indulgence, and music. Between greenery and blooming flower beds, “French Touch” will entertain guests with tango and musette creating a French flair. Add a good drop of wine and a crispy tarte flambée, or simply enjoy a picnic with friends under the open sky – pure French joie de vivre! 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. WEIN AM MARKT JULY 31 - AUG. 2, ALTER MARKT, LANDSTUHL

Live music, wine tastings, atmospheric evening lighting, as well as a diverse selection of wines from carefully chosen winemakers, fresh Secco cocktails, and exquisite winemaker champagnes await you. Your culinary needs are also well taken care of with flame-grilled salmon, barbecue specialties, and more. Wine at the market is presented by the Fördergemeinschaft Landstuhl e.V. and the Cuvée Winebar & Vinothek Kaiserslautern. For more information: www.wein-am-markt.com Next date: Aug. 7 – 9. NEULEININGEN CASTLE WINE FESTIVAL JULY 31 – AUG. 3, CASTLE COURTYARD, NEULEININGEN

For the 18th time, the Neuleiningen wineries invite you to the castle courtyard. Since 2007, music and wine enjoyment have been celebrated with free admission. The town warmly invites you to visit the award-winning wine festival, “Most Beautiful Wine Festival in the Palatinate”, when it’s time again: The Neuleiningen winemakers welcome their guests. The venue alone (the upper castle courtyard) makes it a special, unusual wine festival, which might feel more

like a festival than a village fair. Every day there will be live music with free admission, there will also be a culinary offering at the castle. We look forward to seeing you. Program: https://www.burg-weinfest. de/programm/ SUMMER SWING AT VOLKSPARK AUG. 5, 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: Aug.12, 19 and 26 TIME TRAVEL EXPERIENCE HISTORY VR TOUR IN THE MIDDLE AGES AUG. 1, 2.30 P.M., CITY CENTER, OTTERBERG

In 2026 especially for our American fellow citizens we offer a “Time Travel” tour, a unique experience that brings history to life in a fascinating way. Participants are enthusiastic about this incomparable journey through time, which combines tradition and modernity in a unique way, in German or English. But the highlight of the tour is the incomparable atmosphere of the imposing Otterberg Abbey Church with its exciting history. Here, participants experience history live - no longer virtually, but with the real, massive, yellow sandstones that characterize this building. English guided tours of the abbey church can be booked individually. Further date: Oct. 10, 4.30 p.m. Bookable online at https://www.otterbachotterberg.de/tourismus-freizeit/gaestefuehrungen/ time-travel/ AFTERWORK AM BRUNNEN AUG. 7, 6 P.M., TOWN CENTER/WINNWEILER

Winnweiler invites you to a swinging afterwork party at the fountain (opposite “Zum Schnorres”) for a lively Friday evening with DJ music, fruity cocktails and drinks, and a great summer atmosphere. Come by and enjoy the spirit! DEIDESHEIMER WEINKERWE AUG. 7 -11, 14 – 18, CITY CENTER, DEIDESHEIM

At this special wine festival, the wineries open their picturesque courtyards, and Bahnhofstraße turns into the “Woigass,” stretching from the train station to the historic market square. Along the “Woigass,” stalls offering wine and regional specialties invite you to linger. You’ll also find food stalls at the town square, and a stage offers a varied music program. Families are well catered for too: small rides and fairground stalls provide fun and entertainment. Enthronement of the new wine princess in the town hall on Friday evening, and official opening with speech on Saturday. Program: www.deidesheim.de

RESIDENZFEST AUG. 8 – 10, CITY CENTER, KIRCHHEIMBOLANDEN

Kirchheimbolanden invites you to its 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. WALDFEST AUG. 8 – 9, FUCHSDELLE, ERFENBACH

The music association Hobby Singers will once again host its Waldfest (forest festival) in Fuchsdelle, just outside Erfenbach. The fest starts on Saturday at 7.30 p.m. with live music by the “Stage Busters”, followed by a party. Sunday bring Frühschoppen at 11 a.m. with the original Fuchsdellmusikanten, 1.30 p.m. the Kolping traditional brass band and 4 p.m. the Stauchwiesenband. Enjoy a lively weekend amid the forest! THE FASCINATION OF SPACE AUG. 8, 2 P.M. TECHNIK MUSEUM, SPEYER

On Aug. 8 the museum welcomes NASA astronaut Mrk Lee. He will talk about his four space missions at the Forum cinema and take visitors on a fascinating journey into space. You can look forward to a special insight into his work, personal experiences from space, and moving stories from an astronaut. The speech is in English. Afterwards, he will answer questions from visitors. Children up to 14 can take a souvenir photo with him. WEILERBACHER WEINDORF AUG. 14 – 16, ALTER BAHNHOF, WEILERBACH

For three days, Palatinate wines will be offered at the winemakers’ stands. Matching food and a music program complete the event.

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. SEMBACH XXL KERWE (VILLAGE FESTIVAL) AUG. 28 – 31, VILLAGE CENTER, SEMBACH

Once again small Sembach is putting on big village festival with live music, rides, lots of food and drinks, a parade on Sunday, and fun for young and old. German-American singer Yasmin will entertain the crowd, don’t miss out on the lively atmosphere and meet your neighbors. 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 FREILUFTBASAR 2026 AUG. 30, WEILERBACH

Be part of the Weilerbach village bazaar this year too and take part with your own sales stand in Weilerbach. It will take place all around town as a giant flea market. To sign up, visit: www.freiluftbasar.de ENGLISH GUIDED TOUR IN KAISERSLAUTERN, SEP. 5, 11.15 A.M., TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN Experience history and culture of Kaiserslautern in a lively way! The tour starts with a visit of the Count Palatinate Hall of the former Casimir Castle, where official receptions of the city are held today. Afterwards the tour continues through the underground passages. These tunnels are approx. 70 meters long. The passages are equipped with illuminated boards and sound effects illustrating Kaiserslautern in ancient times. Meeting Point for the tour is the Tourist Information.

MIESENBACH KERWE (FUNFAIR)

HIPPIE MARKET

AUG. 28 – 31, SPORTSFIELD, MIESENBACH

SEP. 12, GELTERSWOOG, KAISERSLAUTERN

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

Get into the 60’s and 70’s groove and visit the iconic Hippie Market with good vibes, Ibiza Market, yoga, organic house music, handmade items, sustainable fashion, décor, jewelry and live music.

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ABC in KMC: Adventures at the lakeside by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs To cool off this summer, we’ve already hit Germany’s North Sea and Baltic coasts and soaked up Lake Constance in the south. Today we’ll kick off with lakes about an hour’s drive from Kaiserslautern, perfect for a sunny day trip or a quick overnight and then share a few spots that are ideal for a long‑weekend escape. Ohmbachsee Ohmbachsee (the Ohmbach Reservoir) sits near Gries in Kusel, about 50 kilometers from Kaiserslautern. It’s the local favorite for a chill summer day — think shady walking trails, picnic spots, a seasonal bathing area, and plenty of spots for fishing and hanging out. Facilities change depending on where you go, so pack a towel and a picnic, and check for lifeguards before you dive in. Bostalsee Bostalsee, over the border in Saarland near Nohfelden, is roughly 30–40 kilometers northwest of Kaiserslautern. It’s a bigger, livelier lake with boating, sandy beaches, lakeside restaurants, and campgrounds — perfect for families and anyone into water sports. It’s a popular weekend hangout, so expect more people on warm days, but also more services and activities to keep the whole crew happy. Losheimer Stausee Losheimer Stausee is a super family‑friendly spot near Losheim in northwest Saarland, about 97 km from Kaiserslautern — roughly a bit over an hour’s drive. The

31‑hectare bathing reservoir has a staffed Strandbad, a splashy water playground, pedal boats, stand‑up paddling, mini‑golf, and a relaxed lakeside café. The campsite next door runs summer programs and often hosts open‑air concerts, so it’s great for a day out or a lively weekend stay. Gelterswoog Gelterswoog is an easy afternoon escape just past Hohenecken on the B270. You’ll find a long sandy beach, a boat dock with canoes, rowboats, and SUPs, plus a playground for little ones and lawns perfect for volleyball and picnics. There’s a kiosk for snacks and cold drinks, and nearby camping if you want to linger. It’s a big family favorite, so expect it to fill up on hot summer days. A Hippie Market is planned in September. Vogelwoog Vogelwoog is a cozy little lake tucked just off Merkustrasse, super close to the city center. Swimming’s off-limits to keep the lake healthy, but it’s perfect for a quick outdoor breather — think a forest playground, short walking loops, and easy bike access for a breezy ride. The art café by the water has a chilled beer garden with snacks and tree-lined views, making it a sweet spot for a short nature escape without the drive. Laacher See Laacher See is a dramatic volcanic caldera lake up in the northern Vordereifel, about 24 kilometers northwest of Koblenz — a bit of a longer drive but worth it. The water’s deep and the whole place has that wild volcanic

vibe, with marked walking trails, boat rentals, and seasonal swimming only in the protected spots. On the shore you’ll find the village of Glees and the beautiful Maria Laach Abbey, where cafés, a herb garden, and little shops make it easy to mix culture with a lakeside paddle or a relaxed picnic. https://www.eifel.info/en/discover-nature/volcanoes-and-maars/ laacher-see-and-maria-laach Blaue Adria Blaue Adria, near Altrip just south of Ludwigshafen, is a cluster of former gravel pits turned into sandy, swim-ready lakes. Think beaches, BBQ areas, water‑sports, and summer beach bars — a proper local hotspot for weekend hangs. It’s super popular on warm days, so expect crowds, but also plenty of seasonal services and a lively vibe if you’re after a classic summer day at the water. Bavaria and the Alpine foothills There are some seriously stunning lakes out that way, about a four‑ to five‑hour drive, but totally worth the road trip for a dreamy summer escape. Chiemsee Bavaria’s biggest lake, about 80 square kilometers and nicknamed the “Bavarian Sea,” is a total summer dream. Hop a ferry to the two islands: Herreninsel with King Ludwig II’s over-thetop Herrenchiemsee Palace and gardens, and Fraueninsel with the charming Frauenwörth monastery. The lake’s perfect for sailing, lounging on beaches, and chilling at lakeside resorts, so it works great as a longer, lazy getaway.

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https://www.chiemsee-chiemgau. info/en/chiemsee Starnberger See Starnberger See is a scenic, glacier‑formed lake about 25 kilometers southwest of Munich, popular for boating, swimming, cycling and lakeside promenades. It is also known for its royal history: King Ludwig II drowned in shallow water near Schloss Berg on 15 June 1886, though the circumstances of his death remain mysterious. The lake attracts many Munich residents, and numerous wealthy villas line the shore, making Starnberg relatively expensive for overnight stays, dining and recreational activities. https://www.munich.travel/en/pois/ lakes-mountains/starnberger-see Ammersee and Tegernsee Ammersee is a broad, shallow glacial lake west of Munich known for sailing, bathing lidos, and village landings. Tegernsee is a smaller, alpine‑framed lake south of Munich prized for mountain hikes, spa towns, and classic Bavarian culture with a brewery. Both are day‑trip friendly from Munich but offer distinctly different landscapes and activities. Königssee Königsee, considered to be the ultimate, unsurpassed lake in Bavaria, is located in the Berchtesgaden Alps, its surface elevation is 603 meters (1,978 ft) above sea level. It is framed by steep mountains that rise thousands of meters above water, and its temperature is normally in the singledigit Celsius range, only suitable for vary daring swimmers. With winds funneling through the valley, it is

bringing layers of clothing is recommended and a windproof jacket even on warm days. Königssee has a famous natural echo where boat crews will play a flugelhorn (or trumpet) at the “Echo Wall,” and the sound returns in multiple clear repetitions. https://www.koenigssee. de/home Black Forest Lakes Two lakes, somewhat closer back to Kaiserslautern are also worth mentioning. Titisee and Schluchsee are the Black Forest’s two most visited lakes. Titisee is a glacial lake formed during the last ice age, set in dense conifer forest and surrounded by hills and walking trails near TitiseeNeustadt. The lake’s clear water, lakeside promenade and compact tourist center make it one of the Black Forest’s most visited day‑trip destinations. The average depth roughly 20 meters, and the lake sits at about 840–845 meters above sea level. The Schluchsee is the largest lake in the Black Forest, situated at roughly 930 meters above sea level, and is a popular center for sailing, windsurfing, swimming, hiking and cycling. Originally a natural glacial lake, it was enlarged into a reservoir by a dam in the 1930s. Quieter than Titisee, it is now surrounded by several spa hotels and resorts. https:// www.blackforestgermany.com/titisee. https://www.hochschwarzwald. de/orte/schluchsee That wraps up our seaside and lakeside series of spots to cool off this summer. Whatever you do and wherever you go, enjoy discovering Germany’s refreshing summer destinations. Photo by Alexander Pütz

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Behind every flight – Aircrew flight equipment keeps Ramstein aircrews mission ready Story & photos by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Before a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft departs Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Airmen assigned to the 86th Operations Support Squadron's Aircrew Flight Equipment flight have already inspected the emergency equipment aircrew members may depend on if the unexpected happens. From oxygen masks and parachutes to survival vests and life rafts, AFE Airmen inspect, maintain and issue equipment that helps keep aircrew members safe before, during and after flights. For U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Racquel Reid, 86th OSS AFE apprentice, that responsibility extends beyond routine inspections. "The first thing people ask when

they hear you're in the Air Force is, 'Do you fly planes?'" Reid said. "No, but I make sure the people flying those planes are equipped if an emergency happens. Aircraft can be repaired or replaced, our aircrew can't." AFE Airmen rotate through multiple sections of the shop learning to inspect and maintain a variety of emergency equipment before moving to the flightline. There, they perform Mission Termination Inspections, ensuring equipment is present, serviceable and ready before the next sortie. "When I'm inspecting equipment, I'm thinking about every tiny detail," Reid said. "You have to look for cuts, tears and holes because if you miss something, it may not function the way it was designed to." Beyond inspecting flight equip-

ment, AFE Airmen also maintain Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear response capabilities through the Aircrew Contamination Control Area and Aircrew Contamination Control Station programs. They regularly train alongside aircrew members to prepare for hazardous material response. Reid said the significance of her work became even more apparent while supporting recent operations. "It honestly gives me a lot of motivation," Reid said. "Knowing that someone could rely on this equipment to survive makes you want to give 110% every day." As one of the newest Airmen in the shop, Reid said repetition, mentorship and asking questions have been key to building her confidence. "The biggest lesson I've learned

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is to never be afraid to ask questions," Reid said. "Everybody learns differently, and the more repetition you get, the more confident you'll become." Reid shared a story by an instructor during technical training that continues to shape the way she approaches every inspection. After an aircrew member survived an emergency by deploying a parachute the instructor had packed, the Airman later arrived at the instructor's home to personally thank him for saving his life. "That was the night it really hit him," Reid said. "Just knowing someone came home to their family because he did his job correctly, that's why every inspection matters." U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Racquel Reid, 86th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment apprentice, performs a pull test on a quick-don oxygen mask hose during a 30-day inspection at Ramstein Air Base, July 24. The recurring inspection verifies lifesupport equipment remains serviceable and ready for use, ensuring aircrew members have reliable supplemental oxygen during flight operations.

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LRMC Soldiers conquer historic Nijmegen four days marches Story & photos by Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

NIJMEGEN, NETHERLANDS – Testing their physical endurance, mental resilience, and teamwork, Soldiers from Landstuhl Regional Medical Center joined thousands of military personnel and civilians from around the world in the historic International Four Days Marches in Nijmegen, Netherlands. The 108th annual Nijmegen Four Days Marches, known as the "Walk of the World," took place July 21-24, with more than 47,000 participants, including over 6,500 service members from 77 different countries. Participants marched 100 miles (160 kilometers) over four consecutive days. Military participants completed the event in uniform while carrying a standard-issue 22-pound (10-kilogram) rucksack. Established in 1909 to promote military fitness, the event has evolved into one of the world’s largest walking events and a symbol of international friendship and military cooperation. The route passes numerous World War II battlefields and memorials, allowing participants to honor the sacrifices of Allied service members while strengthening relationships among NATO and partner nations. Today, participants ranging in age from 11 to more than 90 travel to the Dutch city on the Waal River with a single objective: earning the coveted Vierdaagsekruis, or Nijmegen Cross. This year also marked 80 years of support from the Dutch Red Cross. Earning the medal requires months of preparation. Sgt. Banegas Matute, a licensed vocational nurse at LRMC, noted that the team spent six months getting ready for the grueling 100-mile trek. “We conducted bi-weekly ruck marches, progressively increasing our mileage to build endurance and improve our ability to carry weight over long distances,” said Matute. 1st Lt. Gracious Asantewaa, chief army health clinics support cell at LRMC, said the training was not just about being physically

prepared, but developing the mental fortitude to endure discomfort, exhaustion, and the monotony of walking long miles every day. “Our preparation included endurance training, strength training and participating in several qualifying ruck marches leading up to this one,” said Asantewaa. “Each event helped us build endurance while identifying areas where we needed to improve.” Once in the Netherlands, the LRMC team was struck by the overwhelming support from the local communities. Matute said that while the march was mentally and physically demanding, the festive environment created by the Dutch spectators cheering loudly and blaring music at the starting line was unforgettable. “The energy in the towns was incredible,” Matute said. “The children were giving us high-fives and handing out treats, while fam-

Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Soldiers rest after completing day three of the 108th International Four Days Marches, known as the “Walk of the World,” in Nijmegen, Netherlands, July 24. The annual event challenged more than 47,000 participants to complete a 100-mile (160-kilometer) march over four consecutive days.

ilies cheered us on with music and encouragement. Every town celebrates marchers, and that support keeps you going.” For Asantewaa, the camaraderie was the most memorable part of the experience. “This is my third time participating in Nijmegen and every year I leave with an even greater appreciation for the friendships and partnerships built through this event,” Asantewaa said. “Walking shoulder to shoulder with our NATO allies and partner nations reminds me that despite our different languages, cultures and uniforms, we all share the same values; service, sacrifices, professionalism, and respect for one another.” The greatest test came on the third day as participants crossed the hilly landscape around Groesbeek. Known as one of the most punishing legs of the journey, the route takes marchers through the infamous "Seven Hills" (Zevenheuvelenweg), pushing participants up steep climbs while they battle fatigue and painful blisters. “There were times when my body wanted to stop, but my teammates kept me going,” Asantewaa said. “Sometimes all it takes is someone beside you saying , ‘We’ve got this’ and suddenly you find the strength to keep moving.” The LRMC team had a distinct tactical advantage. “Our medical training was a major advantage because we could recognize potential hot spots and treat blisters early before they became a serious issue,” said Matute. “We still experienced the normal wear-andtear, but our background knowledge helped keep minor injuries from turning into something much worse.” The team also relied heavily on one another throughout the march. “We stayed motivated by talking, laughing and playing music,” Matute said. “We made sure everyone maintained a pace we

were comfortable with for the group.” LRMC Soldiers successfully completed the four-day march and earned the prestigious Vierdaagsekruis(Nijmegen Cross), an officially recognized foreign military decoration. For the Soldiers, the accomplishment represented more than completing a physically demanding event. “This achievement demonstrates that even though we serve in a hospital environment, we remain physically resilient and ready to perform under demanding conditions,” Matute said. It reflects the discipline and readiness expected of every Soldier. Marching alongside service members from allied nations also reinforced LRMC’s mission of supporting multinational military operations. "It was an absolute honor to participate in this historic event,” said Lt. Col Chariti Paden, chief patient administration division at LRMC. “I truly believe that the intense mental and physical endurance required to finish this march will directly translate into greater resilience and deeper empathy in the care we provide our patients." Asantewaa said the lessons learned during the event extend well beyond the finish line;preparation is essential, and teamwork is critical. “Events like this test our grit and strengthen our teams,” Paden said. “When our medical professionals overcome challenges together outside the hospital, it builds trust, resilience and teamwork that carries directly into patient care. Stronger teams ultimately provide better care for our service members, families and allies.” Capt. Caroline Kyalo, intensive care unit officer in charge at LRMC said the team overcame minor injuries and finished the demanding four-day event together, exemplifying resilience, commitment, teamwork and Army values.

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Page 16 POLICE from Page 3 “When we do our field training exercises, we’re just throwing inject after inject after inject to see how the defenders respond.” Dew said. The pace left little room to separate one obligation from another. Richburg wasn’t watching the exercise unfold from a command post. He was carrying his rifle alongside the rest of his team and balancing his responsibilities on the ground with a constant flow of radio traffic. He practiced gathering information, organizing reports and shifting attention to suspicious activity surrounding his patrol as new scenarios unfolded around him. Moving through the wooded forest of the training area, Richburg recognized how the fundamentals in the classroom setting came into play. Conditions changed faster than any lesson plan could predict. Smoke bombs and flash grenades were detonated. Stressed Airmen spoke fervently through the radio. Flashes of gunfire and bullets flew all around. Screams of simulated injured personnel attempting to apply tourniquets

Kaiserslautern American echoed throughout the mock battle-field, all while ensuring to stay calm and lead the team. Richburg now understood that communication was the foundation of every decision made on the field as more of his team went down during the exercise. He depended on his teammates to provide accurate data from the field before he could relay a report through his radio. Those same teammates also depended on him to organize information into clear pictures that leaders could act on, reinforcing that no defender succeeds alone. “Communication is the number one thing for mission success,” Dew said. “If you do not communicate, things get missed. When things get missed, people get injured.” One defender’s observation became another defender’s decision, making transmission the thread that connected every position on the field. “You have to trust the next person is going to have your back,” Richburg said. “Whether you’re clearing a room, calling in a medevac or standing at the gate, everybody has to do their job.”

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Rodney Richburg, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, right, and Staff Sgt. Caleb Britton, 569th UFPS desk sergeant, perform tactical combat casualty care at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The field training exercise challenged defenders to identify, report and respond to threats representative of today’s operational landscape. Photos by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ericka Bell, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron specialist, lays prone with an M240B machine g a field training exercise at Kapaun Air Station, July 23.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron, clear a building for simulated threats at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The field training exercise prepared Airmen to respond to the unpredictable demands of installation defense through realistic, scenario-based learning.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron, clear a building for simulated threats at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The FTX reinforced mental and physical agility through a variety of training scenarios based on promoting teamwork, communication and warfare skillsets.

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kevin Martinez, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, scans the perimeter for targets with his scope at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The field training exercise was designed to overload defenders with competing demands, forcing them to communicate effectively and navigate turbulent environments.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ericka Bell, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron specialist, lays prone with an M240B machine gun during a field training exercise at Kapaun Air Station, July 23.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Rodney Richburg, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, talks on the radio during a field training exercise at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The FTX reinforced mental and physical agility through a variety of training scenarios based on promoting teamwork, communication and warfare skillsets.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kane Dew, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron lead training instructor, fires an M240B machine gun at simulated hostiles during a field training exercise at Kapaun Air Station, July 23. The FTX strengthened skills surrounding shoot and move, communication, land navigation, mounted operations and reacting to combat to support ever-evolving mission requirements.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Rodney Richburg, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, back, and Staff Sgt. Caleb Britton, 569th UFPS desk sergeant, carry a mock wounded personnel during a field training exercise at Kapaun Air Station, July 23.

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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.

MWR Closure July 31 All Family and MWR facilities will be closed on Friday, July 31, in support of the Garrison Organizational Day. Normal scheduled operations will resume on Saturday, Aug. 1. Details can be found at baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

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Summer Car Show is Aug. 19 to Sep. 19. Cost is $10 per vehicle. The car show is Sep. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks. Car-show participation for judging and prizes are open to all military affiliated ID card holders with or without SOFA status, to include active duty, reserve, retired, veteran, family member, and DOD/DA/DAF civilians. There will be 5 categories: Best European; Best Muscle Car; Best American Car; Best JDM and Best Old Timer (must be 25 years or older). Pulaski Auto Skills will be open that day for Craft Shop, Speedy Lube and car wash and wands. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

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Beetlejuice Jr. Auditions Join us for auditions for Beetlejuice Jr. Auditions Aug. 3 and 4 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Auditions are for youth, ages 8 to 18. Show dates are Oct. 16 to 18, Oct. 23 to 25, and Oct. 30 to Nov. 1. This 60-minute adaptation of the hit Broadway musical brings the spooky, hilarious story of Lydia Deetz and the mischievous bio-exorcist ghost to the stage for young performers. For more information, call 541-9129 or 0611-143541-9129 or visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

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Summer Reading Program Block Party Baumholder Library will host its annual Summer Reading Program Celebration on Friday, July 24, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Pavilion 1, located across from the Wagon Wheel Theater on Smith Barracks. The Block Party–style event will include games, entertainment, food, prize giveaways and community partner stands. This year’s Summer Reading Program theme is “Plant a Seed, Read.”The celebration is free and open to all ages. More details are at baumholder. armymwr.com.

Baumholder 101 Family and MWR will culminate the drawing of stunning 2026 MINI Cooper S (4 Door), courtesy of Bavarian Motor Cars, during “Adventures Begin Here – End of Summer Fest” on Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks. The event will feature live entertainment, contests with exciting prizes, and an interactive equipment display. Guests can enjoy food trucks and a full lineup of family activities, plus family fun tournaments. The celebration brings families together while highlighting Outdoor Recreation programs offered in both the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern communities. For details, call Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 541 5654 or 0611 143 541 5656.

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Golfers can compete at the Rolling Hills Golf Course’s Open Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Cost is $50, which includes an 18-hole round of golf w/cart, a range token, and tickets for a barbecue meal and refreshment. The Rolling Hills Open is a 1-day 18-hole championship tournament. This is a solo tournament playing in groups of 4. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place (RHGC Gift cards, $100, $75, and $50) and all winners will receive automatic inclusion on the Rolling Hills Ryder Cup team. Stick around the club house after tournament to announce the winner and for more food, drinks, music, and golf. For more information, visit baumholder. armymwr.com.

ticket sales for its 2026-2027 season! Save up to 20% on individual ticket prices with a season pass. Upcoming productions include “Beetlejuice Jr.,” “The Three Musketeers”, the timeless classic “The Wizard of Oz,” and more! For more information, call KMC Onstage at 541-9130 or 0611-143-5419130, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Child & Youth Services will hold an inperson job fair Sep. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Landstuhl Youth Center, Bldg. 93812 on Landstuhl Post. CYS is hiring Child and Youth Program Assistants for Miesau, Landstuhl, Kleber and Sembach, offering a $1,200 hiring bonus for eligible applicants, childcare discounts, noncompetitive promotions, salary increases and early childhood education scholarship opportunities. The USAJobs listing is expected to open Sep. 7 and close Sep. 18 (these dates are tentative), and applicants must apply to that posting to qualify for incentives. HR staff will assist with applications, on-the-spot interviews and pre-employment steps. For details, email hayvadna.l.paolucci.naf@army.mil or call 541-9095 or 0611-143-541-9095, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

KMC Onstage 2026-2027 Season Tickets KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne, is excited to announce season

Meet new and seasoned community members 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 27. 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.

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.

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 5419065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

Pickleball Tournament Registration for the Pickleball Tournament is now to Aug. 13. The tournament will be held on Saturday, Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kleber Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 3234/3235 on Kleber Kaserne. This tournament is the beginning of the pickleball season. Cost is $20 per team (Doubles). Register with at Kleber Physical Fitness Center. Format is doubles, timed rounds, round robin and two skill brackets. Open to all military ID card holders, and local national ID card holders, 18 and older. For more information, call 541-9151 or 0611143-541-9151.

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 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www.webtrac.mwr.army.mil

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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Medical Readiness Command, Europe hosts meeting with 7th Mission Support Command

by Kirk Frady Medical Readiness Command, Europe U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Mark E. Stackle, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe (MRC,EUR) hosted a meeting July 22 with U.S.

Army Brig. Gen. John P. Stanley, commanding general for the 7th Mission Support Command (MSC) and deputy commanding general of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command. The overall purpose of the meeting was to discuss theater sustainment operations and strategic initiatives

to enable combatant commands and warfighters, and to reinforce the relationship between Medical Readiness Command, Europe, Dental Health Activity-Europe and the 7th MSC. Medical Readiness Command, Europe is responsible for generating both individual and collective readiness of the U.S. Army medical force and provides highquality Health Service Support and Force Health Protection capabilities to enable the operational readiness of supported commands across Europe and Africa. Its vision emphasizes Strong Medicine, Strong Teams, Enabling Warfighting and Caring for People Photo by Maj Aaron Berg

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

Facebook.com/VogelwehOpenCircleSWC Service: Kapaun Annex, 7 p.m., Sat Photo by Tongsai/Shutterstock.com

NAPLES, ITALY — Spring and early summer in Europe bring warmer weather, blooming trees, and — inevitably — a flood of well-meaning residents showing up at the base veterinary clinic with baby birds in tow. But according to the experts, rescuing that seemingly stranded bird is usually the wrong move. “It’s peak bird breeding season,” explained Capt. Zachary A. Kirkpatrick, veterinarian and Branch Officer in Charge at the Naples Army Veterinary Clinic. “People often find young birds on the ground and assume they are orphaned or injured.” It’s a natural human instinct to want to help a helpless-looking animal. But Kirkpatrick stresses that “while their intentions are good, in the vast majority of cases, the absolute best thing you can do is leave the bird exactly where you found it.” Scooping up a young bird and bringing it to a clinic usually does more harm than good, he warned, because it permanently separates the animal from parents who are likely still nearby, actively caring for it. To figure out if a bird needs a rescue mission, you first have to figure out how old it is. The clinic breaks them down into two main categories: nestlings and fledglings. Nestlings are the very young ones. They are usually totally bald or just have a few random patches

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Veterinary treatment facilities say leave it be of downy fuzz. They can't walk, and they can’t flutter. If you find one of these on the ground, it didn’t jump — it fell. “Look around the immediate area for the nest in a nearby tree or bush. If you can safely reach it, simply pick up the bird and gently place it back inside,” Kirkpatrick advised. And don't worry about leaving your scent behind. “It is an old myth that birds will reject their young if humans touch them; most birds have a very poor sense of smell,” he added. If the original nest was destroyed by a storm or a predator, you can build a makeshift one using a small plastic container. Just poke a few drainage holes in the bottom, line it with dry grass, and hang it safely in a nearby tree. Fledglings, on the other hand, are a different story. These are the birds that generate the most often false alarms. They are older, fully feathered (even if they look a little scruffy with a stubby tail), and they can hop around or flutter for short distances. If you see one hopping around your yard, it doesn’t need to be saved. “Fledglings are exactly where they are supposed to be,” Kirkpatrick said. He describes this period as their “awkward teenager” phase. “They have left the nest to learn how to fly, forage, and survive. They spend a few days hopping around on the ground, and their parents are almost always nearby, watching them and coming down to feed them

KAISERSLAUTERN

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

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periodically.” The official guidance for fledglings? Keep your cats and dogs indoors, give the birds some space, and let nature take its course. There is, however, one major exception to the hands-off rule. If a bird is visibly bleeding, shivering, dragging a wing, or has clearly been attacked by a pet or predator, intervention is required. But even then, the veterinary clinic shouldn't be your first stop. “In these cases, we ask that you contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator rather than bringing them straight to a standard veterinary clinic,” Kirkpatrick said. “Wildlife rehabbers have the specialized training, housing, and permits required to care for and eventually release wild bird species.” Subordinate to Public Health Command, the Veterinary Readi ness Activity, Italy, delivers com preh ensive veterin ary public health, food protection, and animal medical services to safeguard Joint Force readiness. Utilizing a “One Health” approach that links human, animal and environmental health, VRA, I, is responsible for clinical care of Military Working Dogs and Government Owned Animals, strict food and water safety defense across military installations and essential veterinary care for the privately owned pets of service members and their families. Through these diverse missions, VRA, I, protects the health of the community and directly sustains the operational capability of the force.

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., Sat

PWOC

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

Protestant Youth of the Chapel (Middle & High School)

Grds 6-8: North Chapel, 3:30-5 p.m., Tue Grds 9-12: North Chapel, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tue

Awana (Sep-May)

PreK-7th grade: South Chapel 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m., Sun

USAG RHEINLAND-PFALZ Daenner Chapel (Bldg 3150) (DSN) 541-2105, (CIV) 0611-143-541-2105 Rock Chapel (Bldg 8308) Rheinland Chapel (Bldg 8249) (DSN) 531-3170, (CIV) 0611-143-531-3170 Pulaski Chapel (Bldg 2869) LRMC Hilltop Chapel (Bldg 3773) (DSN) 590-5713, (CIV) 06371-9464-5713

Catholic Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community Daenner Chapel 11:30 a.m. , Sun Hilltop Chapel 12:00 p.m., Tue, Wed, Fri Confession on request Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community CWOC: Sunday, after Mass Baumholder Military Community Rheinland Chapel 09:00 a.m., Sun Rheinland Chapel 12:00 p.m., Tue-Thu Confession on request Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish CWOC: 10:15 Sunday, Rheinland Chapel

Protestant Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community Unplugged Service Vogelweh Chapel 09:00 a.m., Sun Facebook: Unplugged Service Germany CONTEMPORARY SERVICE Hilltop Chapel 10:30 Sun Baumholder Military Community Contemporary Service Rock Chapel 10:00 Sun Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel PWOC: Weekly Bible Studies take place: Rock Chapel 09:30 Tue Pwoc.baumholder.ontherock@gmail.com Facebook: PWOC Baumholder Sembach Kaserne Sembach Protestant Community Spiritual Readiness Center (Bldg 118) 17:00 – 18:00 Sundays (Exept every 4day Training Holiday Weekend)

Latter-day Saints (LDS) Kaiserslautern: 11:00 am, Sun Lauterstr. 9, Kaiserslautern Call: 0176-18300-834 or 875 Baumholder: 10:30 a.m., Sun Im Gewerbegebiet 8, Baumholder Call: 0176-18300-897

Club Beyond

Weekly Clubs and Bible Studies for Middle School students. KMC: kaiserslautern@clubbeyond.org Baumholder: Baumholder@clubbeyond.org Ramstein: ramstein@clubbeyond.org Facebook: Club Beyond at KTown Club Beyond at Baumholder Club Beyond at Ramstein

Dates and times are subject to change. For more information, please contact North Chapel or Daenner Chapel.

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DISTANCES - Train and bus station: 0,6 mi or 3 minutes - Shopping center & downtown: 0,6 mi or 3 minutes - Ramstein AIR BASE West Gate: 2,1mi or 7 minutes - LRMC: 7,5 mi or 15 minutes - Vogelweh: 12,2 mi or 19 minutes - Sembach: 14,3 mi or 23 minutes - Kleber: 16 mi or 21 minutes

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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 Bruecken/Pfalz, 4 bed, 2 bath, Balcony, Garden, 181 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1930, 478,90 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €179000,00. Please contact us for more inGerman Charm Apartment in Kaiserslau- formations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone tern-Erlenbach, 4 bdr. 1 bath, 2 balconies, 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de wooden fireplace, 2 car garage, rent: 1600€. If you're interested please visit or RAMSTEIN MODERN FAMILY HOME FOR SALE 4bd, 2bth, 230sqm, beautiful views, email: team@german-aid.com Kottweiler-Schwanden, ready to move in Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €494600 Two-story Apt Downtown K-Town, close call +49 152 53294744, MEAD REAL to train station, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, BIK, ESTATE mre.kmc@icloud.com 178 sqm, rent 1700€, Check out www.ger man-aid.com for details or email info@ger Family House in Foeckelberg, 3 bed, 2 man-aid.com bath, Guest-WC, Terrace, Balcony, Garden,

Family House in Kusel, 5 bed, 2 bath, Balcony, Wintergarden, Garden, 139sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1971, 341,10 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €149000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

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3.0bd, 1.0bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 20.Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €1230 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de

Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, balcony/terComf. and quiet Apartment, 132sqm, race, no pets, available 26 Maerz 2024, brand new BIK, 2 bd, 1.5 bath, big liv/din, Housing Approved, €1125 +utl, call terrace, storage room in basement, par- 01795310274, mail@stuard.de king space, no pets, Housing Approved, €1350 +utl, helli30@aol.com, 0172/ 9934319 (using also WhatsApp)

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HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE 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

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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!

1bd, 1.5bth, House, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, pets allowed, available 15 Apr. 2026, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@germanaid.com1bd, 1.5bth, House, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, pets allowed, available 15 Apr. 2026, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com

Enkenbach-Alsenborn, 5bd, 2bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, no pets, available 28 Maerz 2026, Housing Approved, €1650 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@gmx.deEnkenbach-Alsen born, 5bd, 2bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, pets after approval, available 20.05. 2026, Housing Approved, €1650 +utl, call 0179-1297526, 2.0bd, 2.0bth, Townhouse, 172sqm, BIK, strawisa9123@gmx.de balcony/terrace, no pets, available 1 Okt. Enkenbach-Alsenborn, 5bd, 2bth, Hou- 2026, Housing Approved, €3200 +utl, se, 215sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, available email casanavallc@outlook.com 20.07.2026 Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ 5.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, liv/ gmx.de din, laundry, available 17.07.2026 Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 0179-1297526, Kaiserslautern, 7bd, 3bth, House, 234sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ strawisa9123@gmx.de terrace, laundry, finished basement, dogs allowed, available 7 Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, rschw60@gmail.com

Family House in Zweibruecken-Oberauerbach, 3 bed, 2 bath, Garden, 143 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1949, 329,50 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €220000,00. 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

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, 4.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 268sqm, BIK, guest €1250 +utl, timo.degen@web.de WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finisEnkenbach-Alsenborn, 5.0bd, 2.0bth, hed basement, private garage, pets alloHouse, 215sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, no wed, available 1 Aug. 2024, Housing Appets, available 18.07.2026, Housing Appro- proved, €1,680 +utl, call ved, €1700 +utl, call 01791297526, 004917643477156, email h.vatter@ strawisa9123@gmx.de gmail.com Enkenbach-Alsenborn, 5bd, 2bth, House, 215sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, no pets, available 18.07.2026, Housing Approved, €1700 +utl, call 01791297526, strawisa9123@gmx.de

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

TLA / TDY 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

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Family House in Offenbach-Hundheim, 5 bed, 2 bath, Wintergarden, Balcony, Garden, 165 sq meters, Energy passport: Oel, Bj. 1968, 308,50 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €139000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, EMail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

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4Bdr freestanding house in EnkenbachAlsenborn for rent effective 1 Aug. Rent is 1900 Euro. The house has 3 bathrooms, 1 BIK, 1 garage. Call 0175-9372538. LL speaks English.

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

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July 31, 2026 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

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Jan. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com

Stay Eden EMERALD, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 2 bed 1.5 bath, incl. sauna, Fully furnished TLA in Ramstein-Miesen- home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 Stay Eden OPAL GREEN, 11 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, bach, !AVAILABLE NOW!140sqm, 3bd, hello@stay-eden.com home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 2bth Apartment, Car parking, Free Interhello@stay-eden.com net, .. Price varies, mail kenanz261@ Apartment Stay Eden PEARL, 10 minutes gmail.com or call (+49) 017670718808 to from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. get informations 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laun- 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com dry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@ mytlahome.com

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Brand new TLA Appartment in best location near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslau2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ tern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Maerz 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com

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

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) Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 138sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, 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

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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 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

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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

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TLA, TDY, 2bd, 2bth, Apartment, TLA/TDY downtown 2BR 1BA with walk110sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, pets allo- in closet [ref: N13B]Don't hesitate to PM wed, available 3 Okt. 2024, call +49 176 us or drop us your inquiry at: inquiries@ 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho mytlahome.com or +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal ) me.com

Welcome to our new familiyfriendly TLA/ TDY 3 bdr home in Weilerbach/ Ramstein, 3 bd, 2 bth, 120 sq meters, Isigny-Allee 67685 Weilerbach Germany, lodging rate, klincks.tlahome@gmail.com or 00491795104626 www.TLA-homes.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

Welcome to our new fully furnished TLA Homes in Weilerbach / Ramstein, 5 min from East Gate Ramstein, 4 bdr, 2 bth, 140 sq meters, Isigny-Allee in 67685 Weilerbach, Germany, lodging rate, klincks.tlaho me@gmail.com or 0049-179 7891495 www.tla-homes.com

Welcome to our new TLA / TDY Home in Weilerbach / Ramstein, 2 bdr, 2 bth, 100 sq meters, Isigny-Allee 67685 Weilerbach Germany, lodging rate, klincks.tlahome@ gmail.com or 0049-1795104626 www.TLAhomes.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 Weilerbach, 4bd, 4bth, House, 227sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 9 Maerz TLA, TDY, 2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 2024, Housing Approved, call +49 156 78 110sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, pets allowed, available 3 Okt. 2024, call +49 176 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho me.com

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 )

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK & find out about the latest events in your area www.MilitaryInGermany.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 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/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)

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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

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TLA/TLF/TDY K-Town apt, boho meets contemporary-like style, fully furnished & equipped, 2bd, 1bth, kitchen, balcony, washer/dryer in unit, fireplace, per diem rate, credit card & VAT forms accepted, no fees. Check out www.german-aid.com for details or email info@german-aid.com

Ramstein 06371-70100 TLA/TDY Brand new, ground floor, 3BR 2BA apartment near Landstuhl [ref=M213]mytlahome.com/m213Don't hesitate to PM us or drop 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 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

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TLA/TDY Cozy 2BR 1BA apartment in Ramstein with AC, balcony & BBQ grill [ref=L8]Don't hesitate to PM us or drop us your inquiry at: inquiries@mytlaho me.com or +49 176 2468 7550 ( cell, whatsapp, signal ), www.my-tla.com

Ramstein 06371- 70182 Kaiserslautern 0176-70314160 TLA/TLF/TDY Wonderful Farmhouse in Kaiserslautern BremerhofThis absolutely, charming and completely refurbished German stone farmhouse is located at the Bremerhof in Kaiserslautern, which is surrounded by horses and the beautiful countryside.Whether you are a single guest or a large family with pets, this house has ample space with a kitchen, dining room, 2 bedrooms, living room/office and a large bathroom.The farmhouse offers a romantic atmosphere and a beautiful, peaceful retreat without sacrificing modern amenities.Contact Judith with any questions or to set up a viewing: Mobil: 01713136996Mail: info@judithkern.comWeb: www.judithkern.com

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CROSSWORD 26 ........ Polish-German border river 27 ........ Slow work 30 ........ Mystery writers’ award 32 ........ Largest of the Cook Islands 34 ........ Minimal 38 ........ Chop suey additive 39 ........ Makes waves?

41 ........ Ewe sound 42 ........ Sandbar 45 ........ Holds back 48 ........ A bunch 50 ........ Dido’s love 51 ........ Double-reed player 54 ........ Tours toast 56 ........ Henley event 58 ........ Clement 62 ........ Pop musician Lofgren 63 ........ Crowning point 65 ........ Inuit home 66 ........ Arch type 67 ........ “Believe” singer 68 ........ Oklahoma port 69 ........ Hardy heroine 70 ........ Preliminary contest 71 ........ Abated

6 ........... Caf cup 7 ........... UN agency 8 ........... Give forth 9 ........... Carbon 14 job 10 ........ Heraldic cross 11 ........ Slender blades 12 ........ Jetties 13 ........ Clipped 21 ........ Single-masted vessel 23 ........ Blue shade 25 ........ Move backward 27 ........ “A Farewell to __” 28 ........ Recipe amount 29 ........ Mythical ship 31 ........ Stops up 33 ........ Geek 35 ........ Irish Rose lover

36 ........ Yemen’s capital 37 ........ Soviet news service 40 ........ Hackneyed 43 ........ Rap sheet items 44 ........ Disoriented 46 ........ Bring together again 47 ........ Columbus discovery of 1493 49 ........ Tack on 51 ........ “Believe it __!” 52 ........ Neutral shade 53 ........ Makes eyes at 55 ........ Attentive 57 ........ Get sore 59 ........ Angled annexes 60 ........ Be a busybody 61 ........ “The Wind in the Willows” character

DOWN 1 ........... Beehive 2 ........... Angelic symbol 3 ........... Aims 4 ........... Way back when 5 ........... Cheese dish

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16 ........ “...baked in ___” 17 ........ Berry-bearing shrub 18 ........ Honi ___ qui mal y pense 19 ........ Look like Groucho 20 ........ Own 22 ........ Giggles 24 ........ Better equipped

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ACROSS 1 ........... Engage in woolgathering? 6 ........... Lashed 10 ........ Fall mo. 14 ........ Pooh pal 15 ........ Michigan college or its town

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THE ZIPPER RULE The German “zipper rule” (Reißverschlussverfahren) is a simple but very important traffic rule that often confuses English speaking drivers. Here is a clear, native speaker friendly explanation with practical examples. What the zipper rule means The Zipper Rule requires drivers to merge in alternating order when one lane ends. Think of two lanes closing into one: one car from the open lane, one car from the closing lane, one from the open lane, one from the closing lane — just like the teeth of a zipper.

Why it matters • It keeps traffic flowing efficiently • It prevents long queues in one lane • It is legally required under German traffic law (StVO §7(4)) How to do it • Use the full lane until it ends • Merge at the designated point • Alternate fairly with the continuing lane • Signal clearly and maintain steady speed Common misunderstandings • It is NOT rude to drive all the way to the end of the closing lane. In Germany, that is the

correct behavior. • Early merging is discouraged because it creates unnecessary bottlenecks. • Blocking the closing lane (to prevent others from passing) is illegal and considered aggressive driving. Deutsch-Amerikanisches Bürgerbüro German-American Community Office 67657 Kaiserslautern Lauterstr. 2 Phone: 0631 363-3010 Email: info@gaco-kl.de URL: www.gaco-kl.de Office Hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Thu 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.

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Guardian exceeds standards, sets Hawaii state records for powerlifting

U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Thomas Moriarty, 53rd Space Operations Squadron Detachment 4 operations officer, works out in a gym in Honolulu, Hawaii, July 8. Moriarty is the latest USA Powerlifting Hawaii champion, setting six records during his competition. Photo by Senior Airman Aden Brown

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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, HAWAII — Before most Oahu residents begin their day, U.S. Space Force 1st Lt. Thomas Moriarty is already on the road. Three days a week, Moriarty wakes up around 3 a.m., to make the drive from Mililani to Kakaako, where he trains for more than two hours at a local gym before returning to his duties as an operations officer. For the 48-year-old prior-enlisted Guardian, this routine is not only about lifting heavier weight, but it's also about discipline, longevity and setting a standard that others can follow. “I do think it's about exceeding the standards, but it’s also just about wanting to live with a high quality of life,” Moriarty said. “I

do this for my own quality of life. And so that, if my number’s ever called and I have to go do some physical stuff, I’m not going to be in a bad spot.” That mindset carried Moriarty beyond the standard of a military fitness test and onto the platform at the 2026 USA Powerlifting Hawaii State Championships. Competing in the raw, 82.5-kilogram Masters 1B division, Moriarty set six USA Powerlifting Hawaii state records at the Hawaii State Championships on April 25, 2026. His records included a 182.5-kilogram squat, 140-kilogram bench press, 215-kilogram deadlift, 140-kilogram bench press single lift, 355-kilogram push-pull total and 537.5-kilogram total. “I was 15 pounds off of the 1,200-pound club in my first competition at 47 years old, and there’s definitely more in the tank,” Moriarty said.

As the U.S. Department of War places renewed emphasis on holistic fitness across the military, Moriarty has already spent years putting that approach into practice, not only for himself, but for the service members around him. While stationed at Fort Eisenhower, Georgia, as a staff sergeant in the Air Force, Moriarty helped another staff sergeant who had failed three physical fitness tests and was facing the possibility of separation if he failed again. “I went and talked to him and I said, this is what’s going to happen if you want to pass your PT test,” Moriarty said. “You need to go buy a digital scale and weigh out every single piece of food you eat until your PT test. We are not even going to run. You’re going to squat, bench, deadlift and overhead press with me.” Over the next eight weeks, Moriarty said the Airman lost about 26 pounds. On test day, Moriarty ran beside him. “He passed and I had tears streaming down my face,” Moriarty said. “I told him, uniform on or off, no matter what I do in the rest of my career, I think this will be my proudest moment in the U.S. military.” The experience reinforced what Moriarty already believed: Fitness is not only about personal performance, but also about helping others realize what they are capable of. “To have the knowledge of fitness, weight management, strength training and just be able to pay that forward to everyone I come across,” Moriarty said. Moriarty said many service members overcomplicate fitness, viewing it as something that requires long workouts, strict routines or major lifestyle changes. To him, the foundation is a lot simpler. “A lot of people think that fitness requires

going to the gym or running or biking or cycling,” Moriarty said. “It is literally as simple as walking a lot and watching what you eat.” Moriarty said movement throughout the day can build habits without taking over a service member’s schedule. “You just have to move, whatever flavor that is for you,” he said. “Sitting down all day long is not good.” Now in the Space Force, Moriarty said he has seen the service continue building its own fitness culture as Guardians take a more consistent approach to physical readiness. While stationed at Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam Wahiawa Annex, he said daily physical training has become part of that culture and has even caught the attention of other service members. “When I’m at the annex gym or the annex track, there’s people in the Navy and they see us in our silver and black, and they’re like, ‘Space Force does PT?’” Moriarty said. “And I’m just like, ‘Yes, every day.’” Moriarty said that consistency is part of what makes readiness sustainable whether a service member is training for a fitness test, building healthier habits or competing on a platform. “A lot of it just comes down to identity,” he said. “This has been who I am since I first touched a weight in 1995.” Moriarty is scheduled to compete at USA Powerlifting West Regionals in Las Vegas in September. If he wins, he could earn a pro card and qualify for Masters Nationals in 2027. He is also considering competing in military nationals to represent the Space Force. “With my age and being in the Space Force, you’re kind of an underdog, and I love underdog stories,” Moriarty said.

LÜBECK from Page 1 farther and discover one of Germany’s truly historic cities, Lübeck is well worth the journey. Founded around 900 years ago, Lübeck – known as the “City of the Seven Towers” – is one of the most beautiful cities in northern Germany. Its historic center is a maze of narrow cobbled streets, picturesque waterways and magnificent buildings spanning centuries of architectural styles, from Gothic and Renaissance to Baroque and Neoclassical. It is hardly surprising that the historic center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. Despite suffering significant damage during World War II, Lübeck retains much of the character that made it one of the most important cities on the Baltic coast. Exploring Lübeck’s historic old town he best way to experience Lübeck is on foot. The historic center is compact enough to explore easily, and almost every street seems to reveal another beautiful building, hidden courtyard or glimpse of the River Trave. The city’s most famous landmark is undoubtedly the Holsten Gate (Holstentor). Most walking tours begin here, and it is an impressive introduction to Lübeck’s medieval history. With its distinctive round towers, redbrick construction and imposing arched gateway, the Holsten Gate has become a symbol of the city. Two iron lions sit outside, while a museum inside the gate explores Lübeck’s history and its importance as a major medieval trading center. From here, continue into the old town to discover some of Lübeck’s magnificent churches.

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Lübeck’s historic center is actually situated on an island surrounded by the River Trave and smaller waterways. Several boat and harbor cruises offer a different perspective on the old town, taking you past historic buildings, bridges and sections of the city that are easy to miss from the streets. It’s a particularly pleasant option on a warm day, and a good excuse to put your feet up for a while. Don’t leave without trying Lübeck marzipan Lübeck is also famous for something considerably sweeter: marzipan. The almond-and-sugar confection has been associated with the city for centuries, and sampling some while you are there is practically obligatory. There is a popular legend that marzipan was created during a period of food shortages, when only almonds and sugar remained available. Whether or not the story is true, Lübeck’s association with marzipan is very real, and you’ll find it in all sorts of forms throughout the city. From traditional blocks and chocolates to elaborate marzipan creations, it makes an excellent souvenir — or simply a muchneeded snack during a day of sightseeing. Lübeck at Christmas If you happen to visit Lübeck in December, you’re in for an extra treat. Like many German cities, Lübeck hosts a traditional Christmas market, but its historic setting gives it a particularly magical atmosphere. The medieval streets, old churches and brick Gothic architecture provide a beautiful backdrop for market stalls, decorations, food and festive drinks. It is easy to see

Beach booths at Travemünde, north-east of Lübeck at the Baltic Sea.

why Lübeck is particularly popular during the Christmas season. An Evening in Lübeck If you decide to stay overnight, there is plenty to keep you occupied after the sightseeing is finished. The city has a good selection of bars and restaurants, with plenty of opportunities to sample traditional northern German food. Expect plenty of potatoes, meat and beer, although Lübeck is becoming increasingly multicultural, with Turkish, Polish and Greek influences visible in restaurants and cafés around the city. And, perhaps unsurprisingly for a German city with plenty of international visitors, you’ll also find your fair share of Irish pubs. Where next? Eventually, though, it will be time to leave Lübeck, and this is where the city’s location becomes particularly appealing. You can head south again and continue

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exploring Germany, or keep going north. Follow the Autobahn toward the Danish border and, in less than two hours, you can find yourself in Denmark. But that’s another day trip for another day. For now, enjoy Lübeck: a city of medieval towers, winding waterways, marzipan, remarkable architecture and centuries of history packed into one very walkable old town. Getting to Lübeck By car, the journey can take just over five hours from Wiesbaden/Frankfurt and around 6-7 from KMC or Stuttgart, so it’s really more of a weekend break, or a stop off en route to Scandinavia. It’s also quite close to Hamburg, so if you have a couple of extra days, you can cover both cities. Travelling by Deutsche Bahn takes around the same time as driving. Author profile: Lima Curtis writes about travel and relocation around the world for MoveHub.

A city with a darker history Lübeck’s history is not all medieval architecture and picturesque streets. The city and its surrounding waterways are also connected to one of the worst maritime disasters of World War II. In April 1945, British aircraft attacked ships in Lübeck Bay carrying concentration camp prisoners. Thousands of prisoners died in the sinking. Today, the site serves as a reminder of this tragic chapter in the city’s history. It is possible to walk toward the harbor and surrounding memorial sites to pay your respects and learn more about what happened.

View of historic Lübeck at river Trave.

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See Lübeck from the water If you’ve had enough of walking, there is another way to explore the city: by boat.

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AT THE MOVIES

NOW SHOWING AT RAMSTEIN AIR BASE

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ACTION/ANIMATION/FANTASY

FRIDAY JULY 31 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1330, 1545, 1915, 1930 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1345, 1715 Motor City (R) 1300, 2030 The Odyssey (R) 1845 Moana 2026 (PG) 1545 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1315, 1645 SATURDAY AUGUST 1 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1130, 1330, 1930 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1400, 1715 Motor City (R) 1115, 2030 The Odyssey (R) 1815 Moana 2026 (PG) 1145, 1515, 1730 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1100, 1700 Backrooms (R) 1445, 2030

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) In the 1970s Detroit, John Miller falls for a local gangster’s girl and lands in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. With his life ruined, Miller hatches a plan for revenge.

SUNDAY AUGUST 2 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1145, 1445, 1830 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1445 Motor City (R) 1200, 1815 The Odyssey (R) 1800 Moana 2026 (PG) 1230, 1530 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1215, 1530 Backrooms (R) 1815

Cast: Alan Ritchson, Ben Foster, Pablo Schreiber, Lionel Boyce, Shailene Woodley Director: Potsy Ponciroli

ANIMATION/COMEDY/FAMILY

ACTION/THRILLER

Minions & Monsters (2026)

Motor City (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.

In the 1970s Detroit, John Miller falls for a local gangster’s girl and lands in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. With his life ruined, Miller hatches a plan for revenge. Cast: Alan Ritchson, Ben Foster, Pablo Schreiber, Lionel Boyce, Shailene Woodley Director: Potsy Ponciroli

Voice cast: Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch, Bobby Moynihan, Phil LaMarr with Trey Parker and Pierre Coffin Director: Pierre Coffin Poster by llumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures

Poster byI ndependent Film Company

ADVENTURE/ACTION/DRAMA

FAMILY/FANTAS/ANIMATION

The Odyssey (2026)

Moana (2026)

After ten years of war, King Odysseus sets sail for Ithaca, eager to reunite with his beloved. But his journey home is far more treacherous than the battlefield, as he must face deadly monsters and vengeful gods to survive.

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

Cast: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Samantha Morton, Zendaya, Charlize Theron Director: Christopher Nolan

Poster by Universal Pictures

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Poster by Walt Disney Animation Studios

MONDAY AUGUST 3 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1500, 1745 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1800 Motor City (R) 1515 The Odyssey (R) 1800 Moana 2026 (PG) 1500 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1500, 1830 TUESDAY AUGUST 4 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1500, 1745 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1800 Motor City (R) 1515 The Odyssey (R) 1800 Moana 2026 (PG) 1500 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1500, 1830 WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1500, 1800 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1815 Motor City (R) 1500 The Odyssey (R) 1745 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1515, 1830 E.T the Extra-Terrestrial (PG) 1530 THURSDAY AUGUST 6 Spider-Man: Brand New Day (PG-13) 1500, 1800 Spider-Man: Brand New Day 3D (PG-13) 1530 Motor City (R) 1500 The Odyssey (R) 1745 Minions & Monsters (PG) 1515, 1830 Men in Black (PG-13) 1845 Editor’s note: The movies listing was the most current at the time of publication. Dates are subject to change. Please check with your local theater for the most up-to-date schedule.

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