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449th Airman completes long journey home, Page 2

DAF awards ARRW production contract, Page 5

Air Force Week in photos, Pages 16 & 17

LRMC emphasizes breast cancer awareness, Page 28

October 30, 2026 | Volume 50, Number 43

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Ramstein medical group open house connects patients with clinic leaders

Story & photos by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Members of the Kai sersl autern Military Community met with 86th Medical Group leaders to ask questions about medical services See OPEN HOUSE, Page 3

U.S. Air Force Col. Liana Vogel, 86th Medical Group deputy group commander, addresses attendees during an 86th MDG open house at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 29. Vogel discussed appointment scheduling, the patient portal, pharmacy services and access to care, giving patients an opportunity to ask questions directly and provide feedback on challenges affecting health care across the Kaiserslautern Military Community. Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo

Haunted Germany: Ghosts, Spirits, Legends Germany lends itself well to ghost stories. It’s not just all the ruined castles and long autumn nights. Sometimes, the very forests themselves can seem, well, forbid-

“The Only Living Pickpock et in New York” is the featured movie of the week, Page 31

See HAUNTED, Page 30 Marienplatz, Munich

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449th Airman completes long journey home by Staff Sgt. Elias Carrero 406th Air Expeditionary Wing

After an 80-year recovery effort a 449th Airman, U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Given C. Grooms, was returned home and laid to rest Oct. 10, in Waverly, Ohio. Grooms, of Spargursville, Ohio, served as a radio operator with the 718th Bombardment Squadron, 449th Bombardment Group, during World War II. While returning from a mission to Udine, Italy, his B-24 Liberator was shot down Jan. 30, 1944. Initial recovery efforts began in 1946, temporarily ending in a non-recover able declaration in 1949. After receiving information about a pos sible crash site, historians belonging to a Defense POW/MIA Accounting predecessor organization reopened the investigation in 2010, ultimately leading to Grooms being officially accounted for by the DPAA on June 9. Bringing his family the long-awaited answer to a loss that began more than eight decades earlier. “Staff Sgt. Grooms’ return home is a long-overdue moment of honor for his family, his community and the 449th,” said Col. Andrew Saylor, 449th Air Expeditionary Group commander. “The Airmen of today’s 449th are proud to carry forward Staff Sgt. Grooms’ legacy. Our mission has evolved across generations, but his example of ser

vice and sacrifice continues to remind us of the responsibility we have to one another, to our mission and to the nation we serve.” Grooms served with the historic 449th Bombardment Group, a World War II prede cessor organization associated with today’s 449th Air Expeditionary Group. During World War II, the 449th flew B-24 combat missions from Italy in support of Allied operations across Europe. Today, the 449 AEG continues that legacy of operational support through a new focus. Providing airlift, personnel recovery, force protection and expeditionary support that enable joint and coalition operations across East Africa. “Grooms’ return brings the 449th’s World War II history into the present for our Airmen today,” said Saylor. “His return and his unit’s achievements set the stan dard, providing a direct connection to the service and sacrifice of those who carried the 449th designation before them.” While the missions and impact of com mands evolve the core remains the same, the skilled Airmen who operate in chal lenging and dynamic environments to make things happen. Grooms’ homecom ing reflects the enduring commitment of the Department of War to all Americans serving their country: past, present and future. A unit’s mission may change, but support of our troops will remain steadfast and ever growing.

U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Given C. Grooms, 718th Bombardment Squadron, 449th Bombardment Group, salutes under a tree during World War II. Grooms served with the historic 449th Bombardment Group, a World War II predecessor organization associated with today’s 449th Air Expeditionary Group. During World War II, the 449th flew B-24 combat missions from Italy in support of Allied operations across Europe. Today, the 449 AEG continues that legacy of operational support through a new focus by providing airlift, personnel recovery, force protection and expeditionary support that enable joint and coalition operations across East Africa.

A newspaper clipping announcing the War Department declaration that U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Given C. Grooms, 718th Bombardment Squadron, 449th Bombardment Group, was dead following the loss of his aircraft during World War II. While returning from a mission to Udine, Italy Groom’s B-24 Liberator was shot down Jan. 30, 1944. After eight decades of recovery efforts Grooms was officially accounted for on June 9, and returned home to be buried on Oct. 10, in Waverly, Ohio.

Right, U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Given C. Grooms, poses with fellow crew members assigned to the 718th Bombardment Squadron, 449th Bombardment Group, during World War II. After an 80-year recovery effort Grooms has been returned home and laid to rest Oct. 10, in Waverly, Ohio. Grooms served with the historic 449th Bombardment Group, a World War II predecessor organization associated with today’s 449th Air Expeditionary Group. Courtesy photos provided by Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency

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October 30, 2026 OPEN HOUSE from Page 1 and share feedback on challenges affecting care during an open house, Sept. 29 at the Northside Chapel. Members of the 86th MDG Patient and Family Partnership Council developed the event to bring patients and clinic staff together, identify concerns affecting the broader community and work toward solutions. The open house expanded that dialogue by bringing squadron commanders and subject matter experts together with com munity members to answer ques tions, provide insight and address concerns directly. “It’s not another forum to simply collect feedback,” said Jen

Maffeo-Morrissey, Ramstein PFPC co-chair. “It’s about creating a space for meaningful conversation where community members can ask questions, share their experi ences and work directly with medi cal professionals to identify con cerns and improve patient care.” Patients asked about topics such as appointment scheduling, the patient portal, pharmacy services and access to care. With experts from several areas in one room, attendees had an opportunity to receive answers without contacting each office separately. Organizers also structured the open house with spaces for private health-related discussions. Lt. Col. Connie Converse, 86th

Anna Kristen Gadoury, a member of the Kaiserslautern Military Community, listens as 86th Medical Group subject matter experts address patient concerns during an 86th MDG open house at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 29. The open house connected patients directly with medical personnel to answer questions about appointment scheduling, the patient portal, pharmacy services and access to care while gathering feedback on challenges affecting health care across the Kaiserslautern Military Community.

Service members and families from the Kaiserslautern Military Community sit together during an 86th Medical Group open house at Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 29. The 86th MDG hosted the open house to connect patients face-to-face with medical personnel, answer questions about available health care services and gather feedback on challenges affecting patient care across the KMC.

Healthcare Operations Squadron commander, said the event offered the 86th MDG a more personal way to engage with the community. Converse said that while social media and other online platforms are used, they can oftentimes seem very impersonal. “It’s nice to just be able to see people and work together faceto-face and be able to help work through challenges,” Converse said. Creating opportunities for patients to provide direct feed back helps health care teams bet ter understand their experiences, identify recurring challenges and determine where improvements can be made. “We need to work together to try and make it as good as possible for our patient population,” she said. “If we don’t ask those questions and get feedback from people, then we don’t always know the chal lenges they may be facing.” Maffeo-Morrissey said the council builds on that exchange by pairing community members with clinic staff to address issues that extend beyond an individual patient’s experience. “Our objective as community members is really to elevate and give voice to the challenges that our community is facing when it comes to navigating health care here at Ramstein,” Maffeo-Morrissey said. As a military spouse and mother of two, Maffeo-Morrissey said her

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Robert L. Wetzler, middle, 86th Medical Group chief medical officer, answers questions during an 86th MDG open house at the Northside Chapel Annex on Ramstein Air Base, Sept. 29. The open house connected patients directly with medical leaders to clarify available services, address health care concerns and identify challenges affecting families across the Kaiserslautern Military Community. Photos by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo

own experiences navigating health care overseas help inform her work with the council and provide per spective on challenges other com munity members may face. “As community members and patients, we use our lived experi ence and our ideas to help make improvements where possible,” Maffeo-Morrissey said. “We work with the clinic to make those improvements, that's the piece that’s really important.” Beyond addressing individual questions, the open house allowed 86th MDG leaders to identify com mon concerns across the commu nity and better understand where additional communication, educa tion or process improvements may

be needed. Airmen assigned to the 86th MDG will review feedback raised during the open house and work with clinic staff to identify valueadded solutions for the community. Converse emphasized that sim ply being present can give patients an opportunity to learn from oth ers, stay informed and take infor mation back to their families and community. For information about upcom ing 86th MDG open houses and other community health events, visit the Ramstein 86th Medical Group Facebook page or look for announcements distributed through commanders, first ser geants and key spouse channels.

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THE HOUSING HYPE

As our little ghosts and goblins hit the neighborhoods, we want to ensure everyone stays safe: » Parents & Trick-or-Treaters: Please

remember to use sidewalks at all times and cross at designated areas. » Drivers: Please slow down, stay alert and

keep a watchful eye out for children taking part in the festivities! Have a fun, safe, and happy Halloween, KMC!

TAKE NOTE Retiree Activities Office Open Every 1st Tuesday of the month retiree infos on AFN from 9 to 9:30 a.m. with the RAO. Also, every second Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m., RiG (Retiring in Germany) briefing at the conference room at our Kapaun office. Open to everyone, active duty, soon to be retirees, retirees , DOD civilians, spouses, surviving spouses, everybody is welcome. The RAO is also seeking volunteers who would like to continue serving the military community. If you enjoy helping fellow retirees and their families, we invite you to join our team. Training is provided, and even a few hours each week can make a lasting impact. Office hours: Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Closed daily from noon–1 p.m. Location: 86th Airlift Wing Retiree Activities Office Kapaun Air Station Contact us: Email: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil DSN: 480-5486 Commercial: +49 6371-47-5486

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Wednesday for unit physical training (PT). Need medical advice while we’re training? Call the Nurse Advice Line: 0800-825-1600 or 06371-46-2273 (Option 3). For life-threatening emergencies, dial 112 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. Thank you for your understanding as we work to maintain a ready and resilient medical force. ATTN: Those packing up, leaving the KMC Many members wait too long to begin the household goods moving process, thereby causing additional stress and delays. The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron Personal Property Office advises movers to call them at +49-631-536-7727 three weeks before moving to begin the booking process. Official Photo Studio has moved The 86th AW/PA Official Photo Studio has moved to our new permanent location. The new location is in the second-floor offices located in the back portion of the Hercules Theatre, Bldg 2101. To schedule an appointment, go to www.ramstein.af.mil. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-9199.

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. 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: November 18, December 16. Additionally, we will close at 3 p.m. every

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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DAF awards ARRW production contract, establishes new hypersonic capabilities

by Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

This milestone marks the for mal transition of the boost-glide hypersonic missile program from prototyping and flight testing into production, solidifying the Air Force's commitment to fielding standoff, high-speed strike options. "This is a turning point in our advanced weapons roadmap,” said Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink. “By moving ARRW from test to production, we’re provid ing our combatant commanders with a credible, high-speed strike

The Department of the Air Force awarded Lockheed Martin a $694 million contract for the production and fielding of the AGM-183A Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon, Sept. 29. The contract was executed under the Department of War’s EnterpriseWide Agile Acquisition Contract to modernize America’s Arsenal of Freedom.

weapon capable of penetrating the most advanced anti-access and area-denial systems." Designed to accelerate to speeds exceeding Mach 5 using a solid-fuel rocket booster before releasing a hypersonic glide vehi cle, ARRW will enable Air Force assets to strike time-sensitive, heavily defended and high-value targets from standoff ranges. "Fielding ARRW enhances our ability to hold targets at risk any where around the world,” said

Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Ken Wilsbach. “This hypersonic weapon provides the Joint Force a flexible and rapid response option for highly contested environments.” Further details regarding quanti ties and delivery dates will not be released to protect Operational Security.

B-52 Stratofortress crews from the 23rd Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, and the 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, participated in hypersonic weapon familiarization training at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 27, 2024. The Department of War is developing hypersonic science and technology to ensure the U.S. can rapidly transition operational hypersonic systems. Photo by Staff Sgt. Pedro Tenorio

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Your first German winter?

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Five things to check on your car before temperature drops

by Michelle Purse contributing writer Winter in Germany brings a few rules that can catch newly arrived American drivers by surprise. There is no official winter tire season, M+S tires may no longer be enough, and the first cold morning is a bad time to discover that your battery or washer fluid isn’t ready for it. A little preparation now can save a lot of hassle later. Ask around about winter tires in Germany and sooner or later somebody will tell you “O bis O,” meaning Oktober bis Ostern, or October to Easter. It’s easy to remember and pretty sensible advice. It just isn’t the law. Germany has what is known as a situative Winterreifenpflicht. The requirement for winter tires is determined by the road condi tions, rather than a fixed date on the calendar. If there is black ice, packed snow, slush, ice or frost on the road, your car must be fitted with qualifying tires on all four wheels. So a warm, dry December day doesn’t automatically make summer tires illegal. Equally, an icy morning in October doesn’t give you a free pass because you haven’t changed yours yet. If the conditions require winter tires and yours aren’t fitted, the car stays parked.

Get the tires sorted before you need them If you’ve recently PCS’d to Germany, shipped a vehicle from the States or bought a car with tires already fitted, take a look at the sidewalls. Since October 2024, M+S on its own is no longer enough to satisfy Germany’s winter tire requirement. You now need to look for the Alpine symbol, a three-peaked mountain with a snowflake inside it. Older M+S tires were allowed during a transition period, but that ended on Sept. 30, 2024. Allseason tires can still qualify for winter use, provided they carry the Alpine symbol. While you’re down there, check the tread. Germany’s legal mini mum is 1.6 mm, although ADAC recommends at least 4 mm for winter and all-season tires being used in winter conditions. Check the pressure and look for cracking, uneven wear or dam age too. Don’t wait for the first snow before thinking about replace ments. Order winter tires early and book your fitting in advance. From October onwards, workshop appointments fill up quickly as everyone has the same idea at roughly the same time.

Make sure the car can see, and be seen Winter in Germany means short days, plenty of rain and an impres sive amount of grime being thrown onto your car from wet roads.

Start with the lights. Check dipped and main beams, brake lights, indicators, fog lights and license plate lights. Give the lens es a clean while you’re there. Then look at the wipers. If they’re leaving streaks, judder ing across the glass or missing areas of the windshield, replace them before winter. A slightly annoying wiper in July becomes a much bigger problem on a dark Autobahn in November. Have a look at the windshield itself too. Small chips are worth dealing with before months of cold weather and repeated tem perature changes turn them into something more troublesome.

Winter-proof the fluids Summer windshield washer fluid needs to make way for a winter version with suffi cient frost protection. This is easy to overlook, but you’ll notice very quickly if it freezes. Winter roads produce plenty of salty spray and dirty water, so a working washer system becomes particularly important. The engine coolant should also have adequate antifreeze protection. ADAC recommends protection to around -25°C. If you’re not sure what is already in the cooling system, don’t simply top it up with what ever antifreeze happens to be on the garage shelf. Different vehicles require different cool ant specifications and the correct concentration matters.

Check the levels at the same time. Winter preparation is a good excuse to spot a small leak before it becomes a bigger one.

Check the battery before the cold does it for you A battery can appear perfectly healthy through summer and struggle as soon as temperatures fall. Cold weather reduces battery performance at exactly the time you’re using more electricity for lights, heating and demisters. Pay attention to a car that has started turning over more slowly in the morning. If the battery is getting older, or you’ve already noticed signs that it’s struggling, have it tested before winter. EVs and hybrids need a little winter attention too. Cold tem peratures can reduce available driving range, so check that charging and pre-conditioning functions are working proper ly. The ordinary 12-volt battery shouldn’t be forgotten either. An electric car can have a perfectly charged traction battery and still be inconvenienced by a failing 12-volt one.

Take a look underneath Tires, fluids and batter ies tend to get most of the atten tion, but winter is hard on the rest of the car too. Brakes are an obvious place to start. Check the condition of the pads and discs and don’t ignore vibration, pulling, grind ing or unusual noises.

It’s also worth checking steer ing and suspension components, rubber boots and the underside of the vehicle for damage or deterioration. Germany uses plenty of road salt during winter. If underbody protection is damaged or metal has been exposed, dealing with it now gives salt and moisture less opportunity to make matters worse over the coming months. Before the first cold spell Preparing a car for a German winter doesn’t require anything particularly exotic. You want the right tires with plenty of tread, a healthy battery, effective brakes, working lights and wipers, and fluids that can cope when the temperature drops below freezing. Most of these checks are straightforward but if in doubt, book an appointment at your local service center and get the professionals to check over your vehicle. The important bit is get ting this done before the first icy morning rather than after it. And keep O bis O in mind. October to Easter remains a use ful reminder for winter tires. Just remember that in Germany, the weather is the actual rule. Sources: German Road Traffic Regulations (StVO/StVZO), ADAC and current U.S. Army guidance. Information checked October 2026.

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Right time, right place, right Airman U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Danielle Smith, 31st Ope rational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, sits in an ambulance at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Oct. 15. Smith’s actions highlighted how Airmen’s skills can extend beyond the installation and into the local communities.

October 30, 2026 Story & photos by Staff Sgt. Jenna Bond 31st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

AVIANO AIR BASE, ITALY — In a moment, an ordinary drive to work became an emergency. On the morning of Aug. 26, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Danielle Smith, 31st Operational Medical Readin ess Squadr on medical technician, witnessed a vehicle accident in her Italian com munity. The car hit a utility pole and overturned. When the car finally came to a rest, Smith immediately thought of the person inside. Her mind raced with questions, but those questions were followed by action. “As a flight and operational medical technician, we are trained to respond to medical emergencies, assess patients and provide care in unpredictable situations,” Smith said. “When I witnessed the accident, my first thought was whether the driver was injured and what I could do to help until emergency services arrived.” The wreckage gave little indi cation of what was going on inside the vehicle. For Smith, her training took over. “Initially I was concerned because of the severity of the accident,” Smith said. “I knew there was a possibility that the driver could have sustained serious injuries.” In those moments, Smith had

no time to think about what could go wrong, only what she could do to help. “I moved the driver away from the vehicle and surrounding debris and had him lie down in a safe location,” Smith said. “The driver spoke English, so I obtained his permission to lift his shirt and assess him for any obvious major bleeding or injuries.” Nearly 18 years of experience as an Air Force medical technician prepared her to respond in a situation that called for immediate action. “Additional residents stopped to assist while we waited for emergency services and local emergency personnel arrived approximately 10 minutes later,” Smith said. “I am grateful I was in the right place at the right time and had the training to assist.” Upon inspection by local aut hor it ies, aeromedical evacuation was requested, and the driver was transported by air to the hospital for further evaluation and treatment. “Emergency services informed us that the victim had a possible chest and latent head injury,” Smith said. The driver survived; Smith’s quick actions are a reminder that an Airman’s skills extend beyond the workplace. She is a medical professional both on and off duty. “Being a medic isn’t just what I do when I’m in uniform,” Smith said. “It’s who I am when someone needs help.”

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Danielle Smith, 31st Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, sits in an ambulance at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Oct. 15. Smith witnessed an off base vehicle accident and administered first aid until emergency services arrived.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Danielle Smith, 31st Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, stands in front of the flight medicine building at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Oct. 15. Smith has been a medical technician for 18 years.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Danielle Smith, 31st Operational Medical Readiness Squadron medical technician, stands in the back of an ambulance at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Oct. 15. Smith’s experience helped prepare her to respond to a vehicle accident in her local Italian community.

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It takes a village: 1 ACOS turns to wingmen for support

The 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron takes a group photo Sept. 28, at Ramstein Air Base. The 1 ACOS is charged with delivering, operating, and defending command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities across U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa. Photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster

by Capt. Amber R. Kelly-Herard 435th Air Ground Operations Wing When the 1st Air and Space Comm unications Operations Squadron recently underwent a command-wide cybersecurity assessment, leadership quickly rec ognized the need for reinforcement. To meet the demanding require ments, the squadron turned to fel low wingmen across the 435th Air Ground Operations Wing, along

side augmentees from Air Combat Command, the 691st Cyberspace Operations Squadron, and the 693rd Intelligence Support Squadron. “Col. [Leland] Cowie made this inspection our No. 1 priority,” said U.S. Air Force Maj. Araceli Macias, 1st ACOS commander. “While bal ancing our daily operational mis sion, wingmen from across the base stepped forward, dedicating nearly 3,680 hours to ensure we were fully prepared.”

As a first-of-its-kind unit, 1 ACOS is charged with delivering, operat ing, and defending command, con trol, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities across U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa. To prepare for the assessment without disrupting that theaterwide mission, the squadron tran sitioned to 12-hour shifts 60 days prior, dedicating focused time to

preparing documentation and sys tem hardening. “It truly was a team effort, as augmentees from across the wing and partner units came together and combined their expertise toward a common goal.,” said U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Louis Phillips, 1st ACOS senior enlisted leader. Phillips noted that the 435th Communications Operations Group provided 800 hours of augmenta tion support. In addition, other

Airmen contributed 160 hours per week over a six-week period (totaling 960 hours) to support an essential facility renovation project, allowing cyber operators to focus squarely on assessment readiness. “The feedback we received from the inspectors is that they could tell we prepared,” said Macias. “I credit that to the hard work my Airmen dedicated and to the support we received from across the base.”

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UNTERWEGS

HERBSTMESSE (AUTUMN FAIR) UNTIL NOV. 1, FESTPLATZ, SPEYER

The festival site will transform into a colorful trade fair hustle and bustle. In addition to the large number of rides, visitors can expect a wealth of culinary offerings. Experience a family-friendly ride on the Ferris wheel. The round rides and automatic scooter offer driving fun for young and old. If you’re looking for a thrill, try a ride on the high-rise attraction. In addition to numerous booths that make children’s hearts beat faster, an amusement facility will ensure lots of fun and a good mood. HALLOWEEN AT BURG SATZVEY OCT. 31/ 3:00 P.M./6:00 P.M., CASTLE SATZVEY, MECHERNICH/EIFEL

Ghostly creatures will crawl out of every corner of the extensive castle grounds and terrify anyone who approaches. A particular horror highlight is the course of terror in the dark castle park – definitely not for the faint-hearted! This year a new child-friendly program for families will start at 3:00 p.m. Those who stay longer can go into the castle park from 5:00 p.m. But be careful, dark figures and monsters will soon be leaving their hiding places. From 6:00 p.m. the spooky ferryman will silently greet his guests on the castle lake – goory figures will terrify many a visitor. Who dares to enter the castle courtyard, which lies eerily in the twilight? A course of terror awaits the particularly brave. Those who dare can go in, but will you be able to get out again? The entrance opens at 7:00 p.m., while the

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25 YEARS – ONE UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT OCT. 31, 8 P.M., STADTHALLE, LANDSTUHL

For 25 years, Brass Machine has thrilled audiences with high-energy live performances, a powerful horn section and four outstanding vocalists. On Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, the 11-piece band will celebrate its anniversary with a special concert at Stadthalle Landstuhl – right in the heart of the KMC. The audience can look forward to an energetic anniversary show featuring rock, pop, soul and funk, accompanied by a visual journey through two and a half decades of band history. Over the past 25 years, Brass Machine has performed at major festivals, renowned concert venues and international events throughout Europe. Brass Machine has also opened for or shared the stage with renowned artists such as Foreigner, The Hooters, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Hot Chocolate, Candy Dulfer, Alphaville, Roger Cicero, Laith Al-Deen. Tickets are available at Stadthalle Landstuhl, Thalia Kaiserslautern, Bunter Hund in Weilerbach and Otterberg, and online at: https://www.die-pfalzfeiert.de/event-details/brassmachine PUMPKIN EXHIBITION

HALLOWEEN PARTY Hitscherhof 66506 Maßweiler

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With around 40,000 pumpkins of all kinds, 11 unique works of art were created at this year’s pumpkin exhibition under the theme “Dinosaurs.” Famous dinos like the Diplodocus, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops are included.

PUMPKIN EXHIBITION AT BLÜHENDES BAROCK UNTIL NOV. 1, CASTLE LUDWIGSBURG

Blühendes Barock Ludwigsburg will once again transform into a colorful pumpkin paradise. This year’s theme, “LET’S PLAY”, celebrates fun, games, and imagination. Thousands of pumpkins will be crafted into elaborate sculptures, forming well-known figures like Super Mario, Barbie, and an XXL rocking horse. ALLERHEILIGEN (ALL SAINTS‘ DAY) NOV. 1, MOST GERMAN STATES

Although it is a Sunday, Nov. 1 is considered a holiday in most Germany states, in honor of all saints and is based on a religious background. Please note: The Eastern States, Schleswig-Holsten and Hamburg celebrate Reformation Day on Saturday, Oct. 31 instead, with all stores and offices closed. FLEA AND ANTIQUE MARKET NOV. 7, FORUM/HOMBURG

The flea market is a hallmark of the city, and it has been for more than 50 years. It was launched in 1975 by the Homburg Advertising Association and has grown into the largest in the southwestern German region. Next date: Christmas flea market on Dec. 5. COUNT PALATINATE HALL AND THE SUBTERRANEAN TUNNEL NOV. 7, 11:15 A.M., TOURIST INFO KAISERSLAUTERN

The tour starts in the Count Palatinate Hall of the former Casimir Castle, where official receptions of the city are held today. Afterwards you descend into the subterranean tunnel. These passages, which are approx. 70 m long, illustrate the history of Kaiserslautern. A registration is required per mail to Touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de

QUIRNBACH PFERDEMARKT NOV. 11, 9.45 A.M. UNTIL EVENING, QUIRNBACH, KUSEL COUNTY

A festival for horse lovers and tradition enthusiasts – the Quirnbach Horse Market. Every year on the second Wednesday in November, the tranquil town in the West Palatinate region transforms into a lively meeting place. This is when the 500-person village literally gets its hooves churning. In the middle of the week, animal lovers, market visitors, and revelers from near and far flock to the town. The traditional Quirnbach Horse Market has a long history – since 1876, it has attracted around 15,000 visitors annually, making it one of the most important horse markets in Rhineland-Palatinate. The market begins early in the morning with the main attraction: the horse awards ceremony. Here, owners present their magnificent horses – donkeys are also welcome – to a jury of experienced judges. This event is particularly interesting for recreational riders. In addition, the awards ceremony is complemented by show acts to make the program as diverse as possible. Numerous stalls at the flea market invite you to stroll, discover, and enjoy everything from regional products to handicrafts to culinary specialties. ST. MARTIN FESTS AND PARADES ON/ABOUT NOV. 11, VILLAGES IN THE KMC

St. Martin might ride through your town on a white horse and bring joy to children. Many villages offer parades, music and children cheerfully singing and carrying colorful hand-made lanterns. There may be bonfires with food and drinks as well as pretzels for kids. Check your local “Amtsblatt” for exact dates and times in your individual community.

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ABC in KMC: Samhain Story & photo by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Ghosts and goblins, spiders and witches, trick-or-treating, jack-o-lanterns, and spooky parties? We are all familiar with typical Halloween scenes and activities. But, have you ever wondered where the tradition originated and how it was brought across the Atlantic Ocean and then back to Europe in the last century? Origins The celebration on the last day of October has a rich history that dates back over 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festi val of Samhain (pronounced “sow-win”). The festival marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, a time often associated with death. The Celts, who lived in what is now Ireland, the United Kingdom, and northern France, believed that on the night of Oct. 31, the boundary between the living and the dead became blurred, allowing spirits to return to earth. During Samhain, Celts would extin guish their hearth fires and gather to light a communal bonfire, which was believed to ward off evil spirits. They wore costumes, typically made from animal heads and skins, to disguise themselves from the spir its. Offerings of food and drink were left outside to appease the wandering spirits and ensure a good harvest for the com ing year. Ancient Celts marked Samhain as the

most significant of the four quarterly fire festivals, taking place at the midpoint between the fall equinox and the winter solstice. During this time of year, hearth fires in family homes were left to burn out while the harvest was gathered. After the harvest work was complete, celebrants joined with Druid priests to light a community fire using a wheel that would cause friction and spark flames. The wheel was considered a representation of the sun and used along with prayers. Cattle were sacrificed, and participants took a flame from the communal bonfire back to their home to relight the hearth. It is also noted that in some areas Samhain was a mandatory celebration last ing three days and three nights where the community was required to show them selves to local kings or chieftains. Failure to participate was believed to result in punishment from the gods, usually illness or death. There may have also been a military aspect to Samhain in Ireland, with holiday thrones prepared for commanders of sol diers. Anyone who committed a crime or used their weapons during the celebration faced a death sentence. As the Roman Empire expanded into Celtic territories, Samhain tradi tions began to merge with Roman festi vals. By the 9th century, the influence of Christianity had spread into Celtic lands. Pope Gregory III designated Nov. 1 as All Saints’ Day, a time to honor saints and martyrs. The evening before became

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known as All Hallows’ Eve, eventually shortened to Halloween. Modern Halloween Halloween was brought to the United States by Irish and Scottish immigrants in the 19th century. These immigrants carried with them the traditions of Samhain and All Hallows’ Eve. In America, Halloween evolved into a community-centered holiday, with activities such as trick-or-treating, costume parties, and pumpkin carving becoming popular. Although Samhain, or Halloween, originated in Europe, it was reintroduced to many European countries from the United States in the late 20th century. Today, Halloween in Ireland is celebrated with a mix of traditional and modern festivi ties. Some of the highlights include the Púca Festival in County Meath, which celebrates the mythological Púca, a shape-shifting creature from Celtic folklore. The event fea tures music, myth, food, folklore, and fire. The Macnas Parade in Galway along the West Coast is a spectacular event with giant puppets, performers and musicians taking to the streets. The Bram Stoker Festival in Dublin celebrates the legacy of the author of “Dracula” with gothic-themed events, per formances and installations. Halloween celebrations have become very popular in Germany, and you may experi ence children trick-or-treating in costume in your village. Traditions such as costume parties, haunted houses and even parades are gaining popularity among adolescents and young adults, in particular, in view of

the German holiday the following day. A few special events to let your blood run cold: Europa Park invites visitors to Horror Nights – Traumatica, a festival of fear. The event will provide plenty of shock effects and nasty nightmares. Cruel crea tures, monsters and dark figures will spread fear and terror. Or, spend Halloween at Castle Satzvey: Ghostly creatures will crawl out of every corner of the extensive castle grounds and terrify anyone who approaches. A particu lar horror highlight is the course of terror in the dark castle park – definitely not for the faint-hearted! A child-friendly program starts at 3 p.m., but at 6 p.m. a spooky fer ryman will greet visitors at the lake. For the braver, a disco will begin at 10 p.m. What would the season be without bright round orange pumpkins as floral decoration, spooky jack-o-lanterns or pick ing your own pumpkin at one of the large pumpkin farms in the area? Use your last chance to visit the pumpkin exhib it at Gartenschau in Kaiserslautern, with this year’s motto “dinosaurs”, not quite so scary, but ideal for children. The zoo in Siegelbach has a special “spooky night” for younger visitors on Oct. 31. Whatever you decide to do, whether it’s carving pumpkins with your kids, spending a blood-chilling time at a haunted house or castle, watching a scary movie, or just rushing to the door every few minutes to cater to trick-or-treaters, make sure to have a spooky weekend and an eerie Halloween night! Boo!

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Wiesbaden conducts multi-echelon MWD CASEVAC, K9TCCC exercise Story & photos by Michelle Thum Public Health Command Europe The Wiesbaden Veterinary Treatment Facility, an element of Veterinary Readiness Activity Rheinland-Pfalz, joined forces with the 525th Military Police Detachment, the Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic and host-nation partner security personnel for a comprehensive Canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care and casualty evacuation training exercise. The multi-phase evolution paired hands-on flight line aeromedical operations with intensive point-of-injury medical lanes at Clay Gymnasium, stresstesting soldiers and canines under conditions replicating combat triage in forward operating environments. For military working dogs, the chaotic noise, dynamic vibrations and rushing rotor wash of a rotarywing aircraft can provoke extreme sensory overload. Acclimating the K9s to rotary-wing assets before they deploy downrange is critical to mission success. Throughout the morning and early afternoon, tactical teams executed back-to-back UH-60 Blackhawk iterations. These con sisted of cold and hot loads, local flight pattern familiarization, and a long-range tactical medical transfer between Wiesbaden and Veterinary Medical Center Europe. The working dog teams trained alongside their military and POND Security handlers to approach aircraft, board securely, maintain composure in-flight and rapidly disembark in a tactical posture. According to Sgt. First Class Cory

Wolfle, Kennel Master and Military Working Dog Handler, specialized veterinary care is rarely collocated with small tactical teams in forward operational environments, leaving combat medics and dog handlers to represent the critical first echelon of care. “This training is invaluable because it places our handlers in a highly stressful en viron ment alongside Army Medics during K9TCCC,” Wolfle said. “Our ulti mate goal is ensuring handlers can com municate effectively with medical providers to deliver the fastest, most effective care possible.” Parallel medical lanes subjected medical providers and handlers to complex trauma simulations using advanced “DIESEL” canine trauma simulators. These highfidelity manikins realistically reproduce femoral pulses, arterial hemorrhage, thoracic chest wall trauma and obstructed airways. Participants navigated the rigor of the M²ARCH² PAWS algorithm, which stands for Muzzle, Massive Hemorrhage, Airway, Respirations, Circulation, Hypothermia, Head trauma, followed by Pain, Antibiotics, Wounds and Splinting. Capt. Amanda Zanger, veteri narian and officer in charge of the Wiesbaden Veterinary Treatment Facility, planned and coordinated the joint event to ensure theatrical readiness. “The goal of this training was to validate combat operational stress control within the European theater while enhancing K9 medical capabilities across our regional veterinary footprint,” Zanger said. “As a direct result of this exercise,

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The Wiesbaden Veterinary Treatment Facility, an element of Veterinary Readiness Activity Rheinland-Pfalz, joined forces with the 525th Military Police Detachment, the Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic, and host-nation partner security personnel for a comprehensive Canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care and casualty evacuation training exercise.

we have established a new landing zone close to Veterinary Medical Center Europe.” According to Zanger, VMCE represents the only Role 4 hospital on the continent. In the past, patients had to be transferred to Ramstein Air Base before moving to VMCE, but the newly established landing zone reduces patient transfer times by 80 percent. The exercise also provided valu able interdisciplinary experience for the combat medics of the Wies baden Army Health Clinic. Human healthcare specialists accustomed to clinical settings and human anatomy successfully applied their core casualty management skills to treating working dogs. From identifying canine airway anatomy to interpreting vital signs, where normal canine pulse rates can reach 100 beats per minute and respirations vary widely under heat and exertion, the crosstraining significantly broadened unit capabilities across USAG Wiesbaden. “When we are active in a combat zone, a veterinary tech nician or veterinarian is not going to be immediately available on the scene to handle canine casualties,” said Spc. Hannah Harris, a combat medic at the Wiesbaden Army Health Clinic. “That responsibility falls on us. As medics, it is our duty to understand how to treat and take care of every patient on the battlefield, including our military working dogs.” By the conclusion of the exer cise, personnel had completed intensive iterations across both trauma lanes and live flight profiles, reinforcing the readiness of the military working dogs that safeguard tactical installations worldwide.

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Veterinary Medical Center Europe trains handlers to save injured military working dogs Story & photos by Michelle Thum Public Health Command Europe When a military working dog is injured in the field, its handler may be the first person available to provide immediate medical care. Knowing what to do in those criti cal moments can make the differ ence between life and death. To prepare handlers for that responsibility, Veterinary Medical Center Europe conducted canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for more than ten mili tary working dog handlers October 22. The one-day training combined classroom instruction with handson exercises designed to build confidence and reinforce the skills needed to treat injured dogs in operational environments. “It’s very important that all of the handlers have baseline skills and knowledge on how to care for their military working dogs if they’re in a situation where the dog is injured,” said Capt. Justin Bolin, officer in charge of the Military Working Dog Section at Veterinary Medical Center Europe. “They need the skills to properly take care of their dog and save their dog’s life in a medical emergency.” The training began with approximately three hours of class room instruction, during which participants reviewed the MARCH sequence, a systematic approach to identifying and treating life-threat ening injuries. Handlers then prac ticed specific medical tasks before moving to practical training lanes in the afternoon. The scenarios simulated inju ries military working dogs could encounter during combat opera tions, including gunshot wounds and injuries caused by improvised explosive devices. Handlers prac ticed recognizing critical inju

ries, controlling severe bleeding, managing airways and addressing shock and blood loss. For handlers, these skills are particularly important because veterinary personnel may not be immediately available when an injury occurs. “The handler is typically the first person to provide care for the dog,” Bolin said. Handlers carry canine medical bags and drug cards to help ensure they have the necessary supplies and knowledge to provide initial treat ment. Training reinforces how to use those supplies, administer appropri ate medications and monitor the dog until a veterinarian or animal care specialist can provide further treatment. Master Sgt. Dylan Finch, kennel master for the 86th Security Forces Squadron, said the training gives handlers an opportunity to practice skills they may not use as frequently as their primary canine duties. “The survivability of the dog is much higher because of the skills they retain from today,” Finch said. Finch emphasized that retaining those skills requires regular practice. While handlers work with their dogs daily, emergency medical situations demand a different set of capabilities that must remain familiar under pressure. “Anything that can keep that dog alive, those are some things that you need to think about and make sure you take with you out in the field,” Finch said. Veterinary Medical Center Europe reinforces that readiness through recurring engagement with military working dog kennels. Bolin said veterinary personnel conduct training during their regular visits to the kennels for weight checks and preventive care, with K9TCCC fre quently serving as a training topic.

The recurring instruction gives handlers opportunities to refresh their knowledge, practice essential procedures and prepare to respond when veterinary support is not immediately accessible.

Military working dogs support security and operational missions alongside their handlers, making canine medical readiness an impor tant part of mission readiness. By combining veterinary expertise with

practical, scenario-based instruc tion, Veterinary Medical Center Europe helps ensure handlers are better prepared to provide lifesav ing care when their canine partners need it most.

Veterinary Medical Center Europe conducted canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for more than ten military working dog handlers Oct. 22. The one-day training combined classroom instruction with hands-on exercises designed to build confidence and reinforce the skills needed to treat injured dogs in operational environments.

When a military working dog is injured in the field, its handler may be the first person available to provide immediate medical care. To prepare handlers for that responsibility, Veterinary Medical Center Europe conducted canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for more than ten military working dog handlers Oct. 22.

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LRMC Emergency Department prioritizes urgent care, teamwork, patient safety The entrance to the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Emergency Room on Oct. 15. Standing as a critical gateway for military medicine, this department provides 24/7 emergency and trauma care for service members, family members, and allied partners across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Story & photo by Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center For service members and mili tary families living overseas. A medical emergency can be stressful, particularly when it happens far from home. At Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, the Emergency Department provides around-theclock emergency care for eligible patients, including active-duty ser vice members, family members, military retirees and Department of War civilians. The department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a team of physicians, nurses, medics and technicians working together to assess patients, prioritize treatment and respond to medical emergen cies. Maj. Nicholas Johnson, the Emergency Department’s chief nursing officer in charge, said the team strives to reassure patients and help them understand what to expect then they arrive. “From the moment patients enter our reception area, our prior ity is to quickly assess their urgen cy, provide reassurance, and set clear expectations for their care,” Johnson said. “Being ill or injured overseas can feel isolating and overwhelming, so we are here to bridge that gap with compassion

and immediate action.” Behind that initial assessment is a coordinated response that depends on clear communication, teamwork and defined responsibili ties, Johnson said. Whether treating a traumatic injury, stabilizing a critically ill child or responding to a sudden increase in patients, the team works together to address each patient’s needs. “Whether managing a complex trauma, stabilizing a critically ill child, or handling a sudden influx of urgent patients, the entire team — nurses, doctors, medics, and techni cians — operates with a unified understanding of the mission and the patient’s needs,” Johnson said. One common misconception is that the Emergency Department functions as a substitute for pri mary care, Johnson said. Although the department assesses everyone who seeks emergency care, it is designed to prioritize urgent and life-threatening conditions rather than provide routine care for stable or chronic medical problems. “We recognize that accessing routine appointments overseas can sometimes be difficult, and patients may come to the ED because they are concerned or unsure where else to turn,” Johnson said. “We will assess every patient who seeks care; however, the ED is not structured to replace the ongoing relationship

patients have with their primary care manager or specialty-care team, particularly for chronic or stable conditions that require longterm follow-up.” When patients arrive, a spe cialized nurse conducts an initial assessment to determine the urgen cy of their condition. Patients with life-threatening or limb-threaten ing injuries or illnesses receive pri ority, while those with less urgent conditions may have longer waits. “From the trauma bay to the discharge lounge, our physicians, nurses, and technicians huddle dynamically, merging their exper tise in real-time to co-manage com plex cases and deliver the highest standard of mission-ready care,” Johnson said. “Prioritizing patients according to the urgency of their condition means patients with con cerns that are stable or not imme diately life-threatening may experi ence longer waits while the team treats life- and limb-threatening emergencies.” LRMC has supported the mili tary community since opening in 1953, maintaining its role in caring for service members and other eli gible patients during routine opera tions and times of crisis. Col. Warren Stewart, LRMC Commander, said the medical cen ter remains committed to provid ing care to those who need it, with

clinical treatment taking priority over administrative and billing con cerns. “We have never turned away anyone in need of care,” Stewart said. “If you possess a Common Access Card, a retiree ID card, or a U.S. passport, can access the instal lation, and enter our emergency department, we will provide you with world-class medical care.” “Our mission is clear,” Stewart added. “We deliver the highest stan dard of care to our warfighters, Department of War civilians, mili tary retirees, family members, and allied partners.” Knowing where to turn during a medical emergency is an impor tant part of staying safe while stationed overseas. Johnson and Stewart emphasized the importance of seeking immediate help for lifethreatening conditions while using available primary care resources for routine medical concerns. For life-threatening emergencies in Germany, call 112 for emergen cy services or seek emergency care immediately. For or minor illnesses and rou tine medical concerns, patients should consider contacting the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line or scheduling an appointment your Primary Care Manager. Using these resources when appropri ate can help patients receive care

through the most suitable chan nel while allowing the Emergency Department to focus on time-sensi tive emergencies. Patients should keep the LRMC Emergency Department’s con tact information readily available: 06371-9464-6321 for civilian call ers and 314-590-6321 for Defense Switched Network callers. Stewart said LRMC’s mission builds on a legacy of caring for service members evacuated from operational theaters and connect ing them with the medical care they need. “When we look back at the leg acy of this mountaintop, we don’t just see a hospital, we see a prom ise,” Stewart said. “For over seven decades, Landstuhl has stood as a beacon of hope for more than 100,000 service members who were medically evacuated through our doors during their darkest hours.” As LRMC continues its mission, Stewart said the medical center remains focused on providing care to service members and other eligi ble patients while supporting mili tary readiness. “As we look toward the future, our mission remains unchanged,” Stewart said. “We are more than a medical center; we are the heartbeat of readiness and the lifeline that connects the battlefield back to the families waiting at home.”

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Why I serve: LRMC laboratory specialist advance mission through science, service Story & photo by Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Long before a trauma surgeon ever makes an incision, the battle to save a life begins in the quiet, temperature-controlled chill of the blood bank. Among the hum of refrigerators and the steady glow of computer monitors, Sgt. Hector Morales-Melendez, medical laboratory specialist at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center stands watch over the hospital’s most precious, time-sensitive ammunition: The sterile, lifesaving blood supply for the force. This relentless demand for precision is exactly what drew Morales-Melendez to the field in the first place. Long before he was managing the hospital’s critical blood supply at Landstuhl, he was a college student fascinated by the elegant order of molecular structures, eventually earning his bachelor’s degree in chemistry. But while his love for science pointed him toward a laboratory, his heart pointed him toward the uniform. Growing up, MoralesMelendez was influenced by his grandfather’s service and his father, a retired Army Reserve Soldier. Their example helped him realize he could combine his scientific interests with a commitment to serve. “I’ve always had a deep passion for science and chemistry, but I also wanted to find a deeper purpose something with real meaning,” Morales-Melendez said. After completing his degree, he decided to enlist in the Army and pursue a career in military medicine. “My family, especially my dad, is incredibly proud of me for taking this step,” Morales-Melendez said. “Joining the military medical field allowed me to merge my love for science with a calling to serve, becoming a part of something much bigger than myself.” For his father, seeing his son follow a path of service has been a source of pride. “Having served in the Army Reserve, I deeply understand

Sgt. Hector Morales-Melendez, medical laboratory specialist at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, poses for a photo near laboratory microscopes Oct. 14. A native of Jayuya, Puerto Rico, Morales-Melendez manages the hospital's critical blood supply and is preparing to attend the Army Medical Department Direct Commissioning Program as a nuclear medicine science officer.

the value of discipline, service, sacrifice, and perseverance,” his father said. “Seeing those exact same qualities take root in my son has been one of the greatest honors of my life.” As a father of three, the bond he shares with Hector holds a special place in his heart and watching him grow from a young boy into the man he is today has been one of his life’s greatest rewards. “What makes me incredibly proud is how he’s doing it,” his father said. “He took his love for science, his college degree, and turned it into a lifeline. And he isn’t just carrying on our family legacy he’s elevating it.”

At LRMC, Morales-Melendez understands that the work performed in the laboratory can have a direct effect on patient outcomes, even when it happens away from the bedside. “At the end of the day, our entire goal is about taking care of the patients,” Morales-Melendez said. “Knowing that my quiet work in the lab directly contributes to saving a life brings me an incredible amount of joy.” His commitment to military medicine extends to his future career goals. Morales-Melendez said he has been accepted into the Army Medical Department’s direct commissioning program as a

nuclear medicine science officer, a role that would allow him to build on his academic background while supporting the Army’s medical mission. “I have been accepted into the Army Medical Department Direct Commissioning Program as a Nuclear Medicine Science Officer, a role that perfectly aligns my academic background with my dedication to service members,” Morales-Melendez said. “I am deeply drawn to the intersection of chemistry, medicine, and radiation science because of its critical role in safeguarding our Soldiers and ensuring mission success.” He said he plans to deepen his

expertise in radiation biology to help strengthen the Army’s ability to detect, identify, and mitigate radiological hazards across both clinical and operational environments. That focus on technical expertise and mission readiness is also evident in his current role at LRMC, where he helps maintain quality and safety standards what training and mentoring junior Soldiers. Tech. Sgt Noah Sermon, officer in-charge transfusion services medical laboratory technician noncommission, 86th Medical Group at LRMC, said MoralesMelendez brings a strong sense of responsibility and technical knowledge to the team. “When a massive transfusion protocol was activated at 4 a.m., he didn’t hesitate and his swift delivery of life-saving blood products ultimately saved the lives of two newborn infants. Sgt. MoralesMelendez is one of the most dedicated people I have ever met and never complaints,” Sermon said. “He doesn’t just show up to do a job; he owns the mission and his background in chemistry gives him a unique technical edge.” Morales-Melendez said mentoring junior Soldiers is an important part of his responsibilities as a team leader and senior laboratory professional. “Serving as a team leader and senior laboratory professional has given me the opportunity to train and mentor our junior Soldiers,” Morales-Melendez said. “My focus has always been on enforcing the highest quality and safety standards, ensuring our team is always medically ready to support any mission, no matter how demanding.” Through his work in the blood bank and his commitment to developing other medical professionals, Morales-Melendez contributes to LRMC’s mission of providing care to the force. His career reflects the connection between scientific expertise, military service and the responsibility to help protect the lives of those who serve.

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Battling the blaze Members of the Altus Air Force Base Fire Department demonstrate live-fire response techniques at Altus Air Force Base, Okla., Oct. 7. The demonstration was open to military personnel and civilians with base access. Photo by Airman 1st Class Emma Wright

Golden Gate thunder The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” flies over San Francisco, Calif., Oct. 8. The team performed multiple historic flyovers during the 2026 season as part of events commemorating America’s 250th anniversary. Photo by Staff Sgt. Sebastian Romawac

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Eyes right Staff Sgt. Carmen Cusack, a 321st Training Squadron military training instructor, leads her flight during a pass and review at a Basic Military Training graduation ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Oct. 8. The pass and review is a military tradition in which new Airmen demonstrate discipline, readiness and synchronization before the reviewing official. Photo by Staff Sgt. Jasmyne Bridgers-Matos

World record Foggy conditions A U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy sits on the flightline at Ramstein Air Base, Oct. 15. The 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing provides en route support for the C-5M, the Air Force’s largest aircraft, enabling the movement of personnel and cargo worldwide. Photo by Senior Airman Victoria Edwards

Members of the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Wing and Academy personnel perform push-ups during a Guinness World Records attempt at the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colo., Oct. 2. With 3,703 participants completing the synchronized exercise, the Academy surpassed the previous world record of 3,068 participants held by the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Md. Photo by Ray Bahner

Cleared hot Staff Sgt. Robert Beidler, a 910th Combat Arms Training and Maintenance team member, fires an M240 machine gun during training at Camp James A. Garfield Joint Military Training Center, Ohio, Oct. 14. The 910th CATM provides defenders training on a variety of weapons to help ensure the 910th Airlift Wing remains mission ready. Photo by Senior Airman Deanna Prox

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COMMUNITY EVENTS RECURRING EVENTS

College Night at Kaiserslautern High School

Chuck’s Pub Trivia at Armstrong’s Club Armstrong’s Club announces free Chuck’s Pub Trivia every Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. at the club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This trivia is a professional, multi-media competition with different formats and puzzles for teams to solve. Bring a team or join one. No registration required. Grand prize is $50. Enjoy food from the Hideaway Bistro Grill, which is open until 9 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Country Night Country Night happens every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This is an 18+ event. Country night is an unforgettable evening filled with country music, dancing and fun. For details, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

2026 Rolling Hills Golf Tournaments The Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne, announces their 2026 Rolling Hills Golf Tournaments now to November. Many of the tournaments are for both American and German golfers. To find a list of the tournaments, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

CYS Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Registration Baumholder Youth Sports will offer a three-week Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program for ages 6 to 12, featuring two sessions per week and no “gee” requirement. Cost is $50 per child. Program will be in monthly sessions. Open enrollment for upcoming sessions will continue throughout the year. Each monthly three-week session features two classes per week. Volunteer coaches will teach beginner-level skills while helping participants build coordination, balance, discipline and confidence. The program introduces fundamental techniques in a supportive, age-appropriate environment. Families may register through WebTrac or in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne in Baumholder, or by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143531-3440.

Join Family and MWR, in partnership with Kaiserslautern High School for College Night Oct. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kaiserslautern High School, Bldg. 3000 on Vogelweh. There will be approximately 50 universities and colleges represented along with organizations that provide scholarships to students. European Universities and stateside universities will be represented along with military service representatives. Middle school and High school students benefit from this event. The event is open to all ID Card holders.

Trunk or Treat in Baumholder

Trunk or Treat event is on Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot between the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center and the Wagon Wheel, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Holiday Bazaar Get a head start on holiday shopping at the annual Holiday Bazaar, featuring unique European gifts, specialty foods, handcrafted items, and more. Join Family & MWR for the Holiday Bazaar from Friday, Nov. 6 to Sunday, Nov. 8 at the Sembach Bazaar Warehouse, Bldg. 141 on Sembach Kaserne. Hours of shopping are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Sunday. There will be a multitude of vendors offering everything from pottery, antiques, wine, cheese, jewelry, and so much more. All prices are in U.S. dollars, with only debit and credit cards accepted. Open to U.S. ID cardholders only. Strollers are welcome.

Torch Club Summit Family and MWR Youth Programs are hosting the Boys and Girls Clubs of America Leadership Summit on Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Landstuhl Youth Center, Bldg. 93812 on Landstuhl Post. This leadership summit will provide military youth (grades 6–12) with intensive workshops focused on community advocacy, character building, and peer mentorship. This summit is for Torch Club members 11 to 13 years of age or youth interested in joining and learning more

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about Torch Club. The event will feature leadership breakout sessions, community service partnerships, games and fun, team building, catered lunch and snacks, and an outing to the Fun Park Indoor Jump Arena. For more information, please call the youth center at 541-9140 or 0611143-541-9140 or the Baumholder youth program at 531-3423 or 0611-143-5313423, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial Basketball Tournament Registration for the USAG RheinlandPfalz Intramural Sports Program’s Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial Basketball Tournament is Nov. 15 to Jan. 8. Register in person at the Mountaineer Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8220 on Smith Barracks, or by calling 531-2924 or 0611-143-531-2924. Game days are Jan. 15 to 18 at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. Cost is $475. Cashless payment only. Teams opting to pay via Transfer Between Activities (TBA) should contact the Point of Contact (POC) directly. Mandatory coaches meeting is Jan. 16 at 9:30 a.m. at in the second-floor office of the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center. Find out more at baumholder. armymwr.com.

Beetlejuice Jr. Performances Beetlejuice Jr., a youth musical based on the Tim Burton film, will run Oct. 30, and Nov. 1, with Friday and Saturday shows at 7 p.m. and Sunday shows at 2 p.m. (No show on Oct. 31.) at KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Tickets cost $20, with $15 pricing for youth, seniors and students. Season tickets are also available. Registration is available online at baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com, by phone at 541-9130 or 0611-143-541-9130 or in person at KMC Onstage.

Halloween 5K Costume Fun Run

The Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Program hosts a 5K Halloween Fun Run, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. at the Family and MWR Special Events Center, Bldg. 237 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks. The cost is $8 per person, children under 12 years old are free. Signups are at 9:30 a.m. at the event or participants can register through WebTrac on Kaiserslautern. armymwr.com. Come dressed in your favorite costume! Zombies, mummies, dogs, strollers and families are welcome. Prizes awarded to the first male, female and child crossing the line. For more information, contact jana.goode.naf@army.mil.

Special Viewing: The Rocky Horror Picture Show Let’s do the Time Warp again! A special Halloween screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show will be on Oct. 31 at 3232. The 18+ event begins with a preshow at 9 p.m., followed by the movie at 10 p.m. at KMC Onstage, Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. Tickets are $15 and include a prop bag for interactive participation. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite character and join in the cult-classic fun. Season tickets are also available at the screening. Details are at baumholder. armymwr.com and kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Start Smart Basketball Enrollment for Start Smart Basketball for ages 3 to 5 is now to Oct. 31 or when sessions are full. Cost is $30. Location is in Landstuhl. Start Smart is a parent/child interactive program led by a Sports and Fitness Specialist. Start Smart teaches children the skills they need to play organized sports in a FUN, non-competitive environment in five, 45-minute sessions. Sessions offered: Nov. 2 to 6 at 5 p.m. and Nov. 16 to 20 at 5 p.m. For more information or to register, call Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, at 541-9065/9066/9067 or 0611-143-5419065/9066/9067 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

2026-2027 Rheinland-Pfalz Intramural Unit Level Basketball Registration The Rheinland-Pfalz Intramural Sports program announces registration for the 2026-2027 Intramural Unit Level Basketball Season from now to Oct. 31. The Unit Level Basketball Season starts Nov. 16 to Feb. 17 at the Hall of Champions and Kleber Physical Fitness Centers. Eligibility is Active-Duty military and DOD Civilian Card Holders, 18 and older, who are not enrolled in high school or CYS, and from units within the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern communities. For more information, call (Baumholder) 531-2924 or 0611-143-531-2924, or call (Kaiserslautern) 541-9151 or 06311-143541-9151, or visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

more about Army MWR Library’s many resources and programs. Learn more about online resources at https://army. dodmwrlibraries.org.

The Family Tree Auditions The Family Tree Auditions are Nov. 2 and 3 at 7 p.m. at the Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. Casting for one youth role (ages 8-14), and four adult roles (ages 16+). Auditions will include cold reads from the script. Prior acting experience is not required. The Family Tree is an original drama centered on a family brought together by unexpected circumstances. As old wounds reopen and long-held secrets emerge, each character must navigate loyalty, forgiveness, and what truly means to be a family. For more information, call 541-9129 or 0611-143541-9129 or visit baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Free Dance Lessons at Armstrong’s Club Patrons can learn two-step and country swing with the free beginner dance lessons in November and December. These classes are open sessions, once a week, on Wednesday at 7 to 8 p.m. at Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. There will also be line-dance workshops offered on selected Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. at Armstrong’s Club. These sessions are Nov. 5 and 12, and Dec. 3 & 17. For details, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Wine and Yoga Uncork and Unwind: Wine and Yoga is Thursday, Nov. 5 and Nov. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. The 18-and-over event offers a relaxing evening with one hour of guided yoga followed by a social hour. Admission is $18 and includes two glasses of wine. Participants must bring their own yoga mats. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just looking to unwind after a long day, this event offers the perfect blend of movement and mindfulness. Participants can register now and up to an hour before the event. Registration information can be found at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com. For details, call 541-9100 or 0611-143-9100.

Military Libraries Week

Baumholder Youth Winter Sports Season Registration

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Libraries at Baumholder, Kleber and Landstuhl will be in the spotlight during Military Libraries Week, Nov. 1 to 7. This year’s theme is “Military Libraries – Your Mission is Our Mission” and highlights the crucial role libraries play in providing academic and social support to our military community. Military Libraries Week is a time to recognize how military libraries empower individuals with the tools and resources to grow professionally and personally. Your mission is their mission. Visit your local military library to learn

Registration for winter youth sports for the Baumholder community is Nov. 16 to Dec. 4. Sports offered are basketball, ages 5 to 15, and cheer, ages 5 to 15. Cost is $70. A current Health Assessment/ Sports Physical must be on file and valid until March 14, 2027, to participate. Sports clinics offered are bowling, ages 8 to 18, volleyball, ages 8 to 15, and indoor soccer, ages 5 to 8. Cost for sports clinics is $55. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by calling 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440.

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Army medical service corps officer serves as liaison to German military medical forces Story & photo by Kirk Frady Medical Readiness Command, Europe The U.S. Army Medical Command recently established its first medical officer liaison posi tion with the German military’s medical service in Bonn, Germany. Col. Kenneth Spicer, a U.S. Army Medical Service Corps officer, assumed the role in August 2025. Spicer, a native of Mexico, New York, and a 1998 graduate of the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry previously com manded Public Health Command Europe and served as command inspector general for Regional Health Command Europe. He also served as chief of staff for the 68th Theater Medical Command before moving to Bonn. A career Army Medical Service Corps and Public Health Officer, Spicer brings extensive experience in European theater health opera

tions to the post. "It was an honor to be select ed for this newly created liai son position," Spicer said. "The Bundeswehr really welcomed me as one of its staff officers. I have been consistently impressed by the professionalism, competence, camaraderie, and esprit de corps of my Bundeswehr teammates. I am deeply grateful to my German teammates for the opportunity to serve alongside them and work toward a shared purpose: strength ening collective defense and help ing protect the democratic values and freedoms our nations share." While the Bundeswehr has maintained a military medical liaison with U.S. forces for more than a decade, the new post estab lishes reciprocal representation. "In late 2024, amid heightened security concerns in Europe and the need to prepare for poten tial large-scale operations, senior military medical leaders decided to

establish a reciprocal U.S. military medical liaison officer position with the Bundeswehr,” Spicer said. Senior military medical offi cials note that Germany plays a central role in allied transit and medical logistics across the con tinent. "As a major allied nation in central Europe, Germany is an important transportation and medical-support hub for the move ment of forces from west to east and, if required, for the movement of casualties from east to west," Spicer said. "The liaison position provides a dedicated point of con tact to build enduring partner ships, maintain professional con nections, and better align U.S. and German medical capabilities for collective defense." The liaison officer's prima ry objective is to enhance U.S.German medical cooperation by boosting interoperability, joint readiness, and communication

across both organizations. "My role is to help connect leaders, planners, clinicians, and subject-matter experts across the U.S. military medical enterprise and the Bundeswehr," Spicer said. "The work includes support ing recurring bilateral working groups; identifying opportunities for professional exchange and joint training; improving coor dination for patient movement, host-nation medical support, and contingency planning; and helping develop more enduring relation ships between U.S. and German medical organizations." Spicer noted that he also works

RELIGIOUS SERVICES CATHOLIC SERVICES Kaiserslautern Military Community Mass 1130 Sunday, Daenner Chapel* 1200 Mon, Thu Daenner Chapel* 1200 Tue, Wed, Fri, Hilltop Chapel* *Confession on request Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community CWOC Sunday, after Mass

Baumholder Military Community

Mass 0900 Sunday, Rheinland Chapel* 1200 Tue - Thu, Rheinland Chapel* *Confession on request Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish CWOC 1800 Tuesday, Rheinland Chapel

RAB Catholic Mass

0900 Sunday, RAB North Side Chapel 1300 Sunday, RAB North Side Chapel 1700 Sunday, Vogelweh Chapel 1130 Tue, Wed, Thu, RAB North Side Chapel

PROTESTANT SERVICES Kaiserslautern Military Community Contemporary Service 1030 Sunday, Hilltop Chapel

Baumholder Military Community Contemporary Service 1000 Sunday, Rock Chapel Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel

RAB Protestant Services

Gospel Service 1130 Sunday, Vogelweh Chapel Lutheran (WELS) 1600 2nd & 4th Sunday, RAB South Side Chapel Contemporary Service 1100 Sunday, RAB North Side Chapel Messianic Service 1000 Saturday, RAB North Side Chapel

Sembach Kaserne

Spiritual Readiness Center, BLDG 118 Sembach Protestant Community 1700-1800 Sundays (Except every 4day Training Holiday Weekend) Sembach Men’s Fellowship 1730-1830 Thursdays

Baumholder PWOC

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The U.S. Army Medical Command recently established its first medical officer liaison position with the German military’s medical service in Bonn, Germany. Col. Kenneth Spicer, a U.S. Army Medical Service Corps officer, assumed the role in August 2025. Spicer, a native of Mexico, New York, and a 1998 graduate of the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry previously commanded Public Health Command Europe and served as command inspector general for Regional Health Command Europe. He also served as chief of staff for the 68th Theater Medical Command before moving to Bonn.

to ensure senior leaders share a clear picture of mutual priorities and operational challenges. Although German fluency is not mandatory for the position, it has proved advantageous. Spicer learned the language independent ly during his first assignment in Würzburg, Germany, in 1998. "In order to learn German, I took classes in the evening after work," Spicer said. "Learning the language has opened doors throughout my career, strengthened professional relationships, and helped me better understand the people and culture of the country where I have spent 25 years serving in the military."

Buddhist Service - Ramstein 1030 4th Saturday, RAB North Side Chapel lslamic Services -Jumu‘ah Khutbah 1300 Friday, RAB South Side Chapel 1330 Friday, Daenner Chapel

Jewish Services - Ramstein 1800 Friday, RAB South Side Chapel Orthodox Christian 0830 Sun & 1730 Wed, Kapaun Chapel Seventh Day Adventist 1100 Saturday, RAB South Side Chapel Latter-Day Saints Baumholder: 1000 Sun, Gewerbegebiet 8 Ramstein: 0900 & 1130, Sun, Ludwig-Erhard Strasse 15 Unitarian Universalist Service 1330 2nd & 4th Sunday, Kapaun Chapel Wiccan Services 1900 Saturday, Kapaun Chapel

CHAPEL FACILITY INFORMATION Daenner Kaserne Daenner Chapel, BLDG 3150 Phone: 541-2105 or 0611-143-541-2105 Baumholder/Smith Barracks Rock Chapel, BLOG 8308 Rheinland Chapel, BLDG 8249 Phone: 531-3200 or 0611-143-531-3200 Pulaski Barracks Pulaski Chapel, BLDG 2869 Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Hilltop Chapel, BLDG 3773 Phone: 590-5713 or 06371-9464-5713 Sembach Kaserne Spiritual Readiness Center (SRC), BLDG 118 Phone: 541-2116/2117 or 0611-143-541-2116/2117 Ramstein Air Base Facilities RAB North Side Chapel, BLDG 1201 RAB South Side Chapel, BLDG 2403 Vogelweh Chapel, BLDG 2063 Kapaun Air Station Chapel, BLDG 2781 Phone: 480-6148 or 0637-147-6148

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

HOW TO CONTACT A CHAPLAIN After duty hours, on weekends, or holidays, please call the On-Call Duty Chaplain: KMC 0162-296-9054 BMC 0162-270-8348 Suicide Prevention help is always available through the Military Crisis Line by calling (in Europe) 00800-1273-8255 or DSN 118

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

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Rodenbach, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 7 Jan. 2026, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@ tla-rentals.comRodenbach, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 88sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 7 Jan. 2026, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 109sqm, built in kitchen, large terrace, laundry, garage, subject to approval, AVAILABLE NOW, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 26 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, €1125 +utl, call 01795310274, mail@stuard.de

HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE 4bd, 2bth, House, 136sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, available 30 Sep. 2026, €386 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@germanaid.com

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Kaiserslautern, 2.0bd, 1.0bth, Apartment, 100sqm, BIK, liv/din, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 1 Nov. 2026, Housing Approved, €1350 +utl, call 0160/99327090, schneider_christine@ gmx.de Kaiserslautern, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 112sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 1 Dez. 2026, Housing Approved, €1220 +utl, Sergej_Fries@gmx.de

3bd, 1bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available Oktober 2026, Housing Approved, €1285 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de

3.0bd, 1.0bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, no pets, available October 2026, Housing Approved, €1285 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de

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4+ BEDROOMS Bruecken (Pfalz), 4bd, 2bth, House, 181sqm, din, balcony/terrace, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Maerz 2026, €164000 +utl, call +49 (0)6381-911 0, im mo@ksk-kusel.de

4,0 Schlafzimmer, 1,5 Schlafzimmer, grosse Wohnung, 15 Min. bis Vogelweh, RAB, Krankenhaus, 138 m², BIK, Gaeste-WC, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, verfuegbar ab 01. Juni 2024, Wohnbaugenehmigung, 1200 € + 300 € utl, Anruf whattsapp 01709305170, oder hoh mann-pia@ web.de

Duplex in Niederstaufenbach, 6 bed, 2 bath, 2 WC, 2 Terrace, 2 Balcony. Garden, 245 sq meters, Energy passport: 1) Oil, Bj. 1997, 74,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis, 2) Oil, Bj. 1997, 69 kWh/ (sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis. Price €349000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

Family House in Altenglan-Muehlbach, 5 bed, 2 bath, Garden, 2 Balconies, Wintergarden, 192 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1900, 364,70 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €199000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, EGerman Charm Apartment in Kaiserslau- Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de tern-Erlenbach, 4 bdr. 1 bath, 2 balconies, wooden fireplace, 2 car garage, rent: 1600€. If you're interested please visit or Family House in Glanbruecken, 3 bed, 2 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, balcony, 144 email: team@german-aid.com sq meters, Energy passport: Electriciry, Bj. Two-story Apt Downtown K-Town, close 1956, 171,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK F, Bedarfsto train station, 4 bedroom, 2 bath, BIK, ausweis. Price €149000,00. Please contact 178 sqm, rent 1700€, Check out www.ger us for more informations: Kreissparkasse man-aid.com for details or email info@ger Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de man-aid.com 5bd, 2bth, Apartment, 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 26 Maerz 2024, Housing Approved, €1450 +utl, call 017622201641, michael.fickert@outlook.de

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HOUSES / APTS FOR SALE Family House in Hohenoellen, 3 bed, 2 bath, Guest-WC, Garden, Outbuilding, Terrace, 163 sq meters, Energy passport: Electricity, Bj. 2001, 26,50 kWh/(sqma) EEK A+, Verbrauchsausweis. Price €349000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de Family House in Jettenbach, 3 bed, 1 bath, Garden, Barn, 129 sq meters, Energy passport: Electricity, Wood, Bj. 1899, 230,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK G, Bedarfsausweis. Price €219000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ ksk-kusel.de

FOR SALE: Renovated investment property in Steinwenden near Ramstein AB. EUR 295,000, no buyer's commission. 99 m², 1BR, guest room, 1 bath, fenced yard, balcony, terrace, 2 garages. Ideal for U.S. military rental market. +49(6371)9809003, apt@grenzstein.de

Neustadt an der Weinstrasse, 4bd, 2.5bth, House, 152sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, shared garage, pets allowed, available 1 Juli 2026, €500000 +utl, call +4915155580000, wa@ arcor.de Penthouse-Apartment in Kaiserslautern, 3rd floor, elevator, 4 bed, 2 bath, Terrace, 202 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 2008, 66 kWh/(sqma) EEK B, Verbrauchsausweis. Price €669000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, EMail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

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 Family House in Niederalben, 3 bed, 2 bath, Garden, Outbuilding with workshop, 134 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. ca. 1900, 362,20 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €129000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: im mo@ksk-kusel.de Family House in Ruthweiler, 3 bed, 1 bath, Guest-WC, Garden, Balcony, Outbuilding, 178 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1906, 334,50 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €159000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, EMail: immo@ksk-kusel.de Family House in Wahnwegen, 3 bed, 2 bath, WC, Terrace, Garden, 180 sq meters, Energy passport: Oil, Bj. 1905, 283,90 kWh/ (sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €199000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de Family House in Waldmohr, 2 bed, 2 bath, Garden, Balcony, Outbuilding, 167 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1961, 335,60 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €299000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ ksk-kusel.de

Family House in Zweibruecken-Oberauerbach, 3 bed, 2 bath, Garden, 143 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1949, 329,50 kWh/(sqma) EEK H, Bedarfsausweis. Price €200000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 - 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de Family House Wolfstein, 2 bed, 2 bath, Wintergarden, 124 sq meters, Energy passport: Gas, Bj. 1997, 146,63 kWh/(sqma) EEK E, Bedarfsausweis. Price €134000,00. Please contact us for more informations: Kreissparkasse Kusel, phone 06381 / 911 0, E-Mail: immo@ksk-kusel.de

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Bosenbach, 6bd, 2.75bth, House, 248sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 3 Okt. 2026, Housing Approved, €1850 +utl, simone_schultz@yahoo.de

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4.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 268sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2024, Housing Approved, €1,680 +utl, call 004917643477156, email h.vatter@ gmail.com

detached single-family house, 219 squaremeters, 5bedrooms. 2,5 bathrooms, built-in-kitchen, 2100 Euro cold rent plus Otterberg, free-standing home, 4 bed, utilities, in 66914 Waldmohr, contact 00492.5 bath, garage, carport, €1550 for more 179-1271257 whatsapp or phone info please visit our Website German-Aid. tobischmitt78@web.de com or email team@german-aid.com

Kaiserslautern, 6bd, 4bth, House, 400sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, no pets, rent 3000€ Check out Private sale: Well-maintained terraced www.german-aid.com for details or email house in Kaiserslautern-Morlautern with info@german-aid.com approx. 140 m², 3 floors, 2 bathrooms, open kitchen (2023), south-facing terrace, loggia, garage & parking. Oberstaufenbach, 5bd, 2bth, TownhouQuiet, family-friendly location. €385,000, se, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balno agent fees. +4917620792394 cony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1800 tedthegreek28@gmail.com +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@germanaid.comOberstaufenbach, 5bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.comOberstaufenbach, 5bd, 2bth, Townhouse, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com Spacious 2-story home w/ 167â€¯sqm on 398â€¯sqm plot. Offers 2 bright beSembach, 5bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, drooms, 2 modern bathrooms (full and 3/ 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ 4), large living/dining area w/ fireplace & terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allotiled stove, separate kitchen w/ pantry. wed, Housing Approved, Rent starting at Garden. Price: 449.000 Euro +49 155 €1500 Check out www.german-aid.com 65594867 or merl@n1-immo-bau.de for details or email info@german-aid.com Studio Apartment in Deidesheim, 33sqm, BIK, walk out patio next to park, available immediately, €200000, call +17322093930 WhatsApp +49 176 21417043 or mmeketen@hotmail.com, no brokers please! Well maintained, freestanding House in 66919 Herschberg for SALE, Mitchell Consulting, Kindsbacher Strasse 58, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0)6371737 630, info@mitchell-investment.com. Find all of our properties on FindItGuide.com!

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Bruecken (Pfalz), 3bd, 1.5bth, House, 120sqm, BIK, liv/din, pets allowed, available 3 Sep. 2026, Housing Approved, €1300 +utl, call 49-179-2791818, mario_huether@yahoo.de

Haus mit 3 Schlafzimmern, 2,5 Baedern, 151 m², Einbaukueche, Gaeste-WC, Wohn-/Essbereich, Balkon/Terrasse, Waschkueche, private Garage, keine Haustiere, verfuegbar ab 16. August 2023, Wohnungsbescheinigung vorhanden, 1500 € + Nebenkosten, Tel. 063742787, ernstkmu eller@gmail.com

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HOUSES FOR RENT

3 BEDROOMS Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2bth, House, 197sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, finished basement, private garage, no pets, available 11 Aug. 2026, Housing Approved, €1500 +utl, call 4916090965874, siwa trim@web.de

2.0bd, 2.0bth, Townhouse, 172sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 1 Okt. 2026, Housing Approved, €3100 +utl, call 15154064554, casanavallc@outlook.com

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12 BEDROOMS 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 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ € zzgl. MwSt., Tel. +49 176 61306300, chris din, balcony/terrace, no pets ; www.mytla home.com/b81c ; +49 176 2468 7550 ta-dahl61@t-online.de (WhatsApp) ; inquiries@mytlahome.com

Hochspeyer, 2bd, 2bth, House, 176sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 15 Sep. 2026, Housing Approved, €1500 +utl, Con tact:eposjuni@gmail.com

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

2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Maerz Enjoy living at the Bremerhof in Kaisers2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), lautern, in this charming, completely renoinquiries@mytlahome.com vated Countryhouse.The Bremerhof, one of the most unique residential areas in Kaiserslautern, located in a beautiful clearing in the middle of the Palatinate Forest, surrounded by fields with our horses, but with less than a 5 minutes drive to the center of K-Town.The apartment has an underfloor heating system, 2 bedrooms, a living room, 1 bathroom, a romatic garden with pool and your own beautiful, private fenced-in garden, which is the perfect 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, place for days of rest and relaxation while guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laun- you settle in Germany.Whether you are a dry, finished basement, shared garage, single guest or a family with pets, this pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2024, amazing Countryhouse with its wonderful garden and private pool, is perfectly locaklincks.tlahome@gmail.com ted beside a nice restaurant with beer gar3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, liv/ den, two fantastic playgrounds and beaudin, laundry, no pets, available 24 Jan. tiful walking trails along the property.Cal2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), ling from Germany: 0171-3136996Calling from America: 011-49-171-3136996Mail: in inquiries@mytlahome.com fo@judithkern.comWeb: www.judith kern.com

2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@ mytlahome.com

Best Located TLA TLF Appartment on Einsiedlerhof 1 or 2 bedrooms, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 70 sq meters, Kaiserstrasse Kaiserslautern Germany, 59 euro or per diem rate, 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de Ask for 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 135sqm, BIK, longterm ! 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

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Fully furnished TLA in Ramstein-Miesenbach, !AVAILABLE NOW!140sqm, 3bd, 2bth Apartment, Car parking, Free Internet, .. Price varies, mail kenanz261@ gmail.com or call (+49) 017670718808 to get informations 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

2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de Brand new TLA Appartment in best locati3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 90sqm, BIK, on near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 guest WC, liv/din, laundry, no pets, availa- bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslauble 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 tern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de

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Landstuhl, 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 76sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 5 Apr. 2023, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com 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 Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, 130sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 6 Jan. 2023, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com

All real estate advertised is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, or national origin, or an intention to make such preference, limitation or discrimination. The publisher will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. All dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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Caine says super intelligence is a strategic priority by Matthew Olay Pentagon News During a fireside chat at the National Defense Transportation Association and U.S. Transportation Command’s fall meeting in Grapevine, Texas, yesterday, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said super intelli gence is one of his strategic priorities. “I have sort of three strategic

priorities right now, separate from [others]. No. 1 is making sure that we have a budget. … No. 2 is [super intelligence], and No. 3 is ongoing operations. That’s how much empha sis — potential, I think — SI has in transitioning the way that we fight our wars in the future, and it extends across all of the joint functions,” Caine told Air Force Gen. Randall Reed, Transcom’s commander, who moderated the discussion.

Caine said using SI effectively will be essential for the joint force to win in tactical engagements with the enemy, logistics and sustain ment, and command and control by protecting the functions the military needs to be victorious and dominate on the battlefields of the future. “When I think of SI, …it’s going to be a game changer as we move forward, and the number of things that are going to go back and forth

between an adversary and the United States — both kinetic things [like] missiles and rockets and bombs — and non-kinetic things in the cyber domain are going to be significant,” Caine said. He emphasized training lead ers, systems and models to support future commanders’ decision-mak ing while maintaining appropriate human involvement and balancing the opportunities and risks associ

ated with SI. “It’s going to be an important part of our future, [and] we need to lean in; the joint force — the Joint Staff — [is] doing that now,” Caine said. The chairman added that, if what’s past is prologue, the private sector will lead the way in using super intelligence capabilities. “And we need to match them at the same speed and tempo,” he said.

Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, participates in a fireside chat with Air Force Gen. Randall Reed, commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, at the National Defense Transportation Association and Transcom’s fall meeting in Grapevine, Texas, Oct. 26. Photo by Benjamin Applebaum, DOW

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LRMC emphasizes breast cancer awareness, early detection Story & graphic by Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center

vital, familiarizing yourself with how your breasts normally look and feel is equally important,” Monsen said. “If you find any Every October, communities noticeable change, schedule an and medical facilities worldwide appointment with your primary observe Breast Cancer Awareness care provider immediately.” Month, emphasizing the impor TRICARE covers screening tance of prevention, screening, mam mo grams for eligible ben and early detection. eficiaries beginning at age 40, or At Landstuhl Regional Medical at age 30 for high-risk patients. Center, the message extends LRMC and local military clin beyond awareness campaigns. ics offer women’s health services Early detection and preventative to help patients schedule routine care are essential to individual mammograms and navigate fol health, family well-being, and low-up testing when needed. military readiness. Breast cancer can also affect For service members, family men, although it is much less members, military retirees, and common in men than in women. Department of War civilians living Monsen said misconceptions overseas, understanding personal about the disease can prevent men risk factors and staying current from recognizing symptoms and on recommended screenings can seeking timely medical care. help identify cancer earlier, when “The biggest misconception treatment may be more effective. men have about breast cancer is Sgt. 1st Class Ronald Monsen, that only women can get breast noncommissioned officer in cancer,” Monsen said. “This is a charge of family medicine at dangerous misunderstanding that LRMC, said routine breast cancer can lead to delayed diagnoses and screenings become increasingly poorer outcomes.” important with age. Screening mammography can “As we get older, routine can detect some breast cancer before a cer screenings become more lump can be felt. Anyone noticing important than a new lump or ever,” Monsen other concern said. “When it ing change in comes to our the breast or older popula underarm area tion, catch should seek ing potential medical evalu health issues ation. A health early is every care provider thing. Keeping can determine up with these whether diag screenings on nostic imag time is the best ing, a special way to ensure ist referral or we identify, additional test mitigate, and ing is appropri treat any can ate. cer-related con Monsen said cerns before they patients who become serious.” have concerns Individuals about a lump with a person or changes can al history of contact their breast cancer, primary care a strong fam team to discuss ily history or next steps. known genet Advances in ic mutations 1st Lt. Gracious Asantewaa, breast imag associated with ing, early chief of the Army Health Clinics Support Cell at LRMC increased risk detection and should consult their health care individualized treatment plans providers about appropriate screen have improved outcomes for ing schedules and specialized pro many patients, particularly when tocols. cancer is diagnosed before it Monsen also emphasized the spreads. importance of recognizing chang For 1st Lt. Gracious Asantewaa, es in breast appearance or feel chief of the Army Health Clinics and seeking medical evaluation Support Cell at LRMC, breast can when concerns arise. cer awareness is also deeply per “While routine screenings are sonal. Her grandmother’s experi

“… this disease doesn’t just affect the person diagnosed; it impacts the entire family.”

ence with the disease shaped her understanding of its impact on families. “My grandmother fought breast cancer more than once,” Asantewaa said. “Watching her go through treatment for recurring cancer showed me that this dis ease doesn’t just affect the person diagnosed; it impacts the entire family.” Asantewaa said her grand mother’s experience brought fear and uncertainty, but also dem onstrated her strength, resilience, and determination. “Her experience taught me that awareness can make a real difference,” Asantewaa said. “Knowing the warning signs, understanding personal risk fac tors, encouraging regular screen ings, and talking openly about

breast health can help people seek care earlier and feel less alone.” Asantewaa said breast can cer awareness supports military readiness by encouraging service members, civilian employees, and family members to take an active role in their health. “Breast cancer awareness is a readiness issue, because our peo ple are, and always will be, our greatest strength,” Asantewaa said. “Educating our workforce helps build a culture where everyone feels empowered to prioritize their health, schedule their preventive screenings, and encourage their loved ones to do the same.” She added that awareness also means showing compassion and supporting colleagues, friends, and family members who are fac

ing a diagnosis or undergoing treatment. “For me, breast cancer aware ness is not just a campaign or a month on the calendar it is personal,” said Asantewaa. “It is a way to honor my grandmoth er, Mary Greenway’s fight, and to help ensure others have the knowledge, support, and encour agement they need.” Breast Cancer Awareness Month serves as a reminder for eligible beneficiaries to review their screening schedules, discuss personal and family medical histories with their providers, and seek care when they notice concerning changes. Taking these steps can support earlier diagnosis, timely treatment and the health of the military community.

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Army veterinary officers complete specialized dairy pasteurizer audit training in Denmark

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Thirteen U.S. Army Veterinary Corps officers recently completed Europe Dairy Pasteurizer Audit Training in Kolding, Denmark, by participating in specialized technical instruction and on-site field evaluations across eight Danish dairy manufacturing facilities. The intensive course, held Sept. 13-26, was led by Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clayton Davenport, com mand food safety officer for Public Health Command Europe. The train ing brought together military audi tors stationed across multiple com mands and operational theaters, including Public Health Command Europe, Public Health Command Pacific, Multinational Force and Observers Egypt, Area Support Group Kuwait, and the 445th Medical Detachment Veterinary Service Support. “The primary training objec tive was to provide progressive and sequential auditor development training in pasteurizer operations that enhances understanding of the

public health controls of various pasteurizers,” Davenport said. The program directly supports military readiness by safeguarding the Department of War food sup ply, ensuring safe, wholesome dairy products reach service members, warfighters and military families overseas. In the United States, com mercial milk processing adheres strictly to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Pasteurized Milk Ordinance, widely recognized as the domestic standard for the design, operation and testing of pasteuriza tion equipment. “The milk sanitation program of the United States Public Health Service is one of its oldest and most respected activities,” Davenport said. However, public health experts note that commercial pasteuriza tion systems across Europe, Africa and the Middle East often do not conform to standard PMO crite ria. To bridge that regulatory dif ference, the specialized course has been developed, taught and refined since 2004 to equip overseas Veterinary Corps officers with the technical expertise needed to assess

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foreign pasteurization machinery. Armed with that training, offi cers can determine whether pas teurizers operating outside the United States provide an equivalent or superior level of food safety com pared to American standards. Public health officials consid er the Public Health Command Europe program the only training of its kind in the world. It offers military inspectors an exclusive opportunity to examine more than 65 distinct pasteurizer configura tions that supply dairy products to the largest concentration of U.S. forces stationed outside the United States. Field evaluations were con ducted at eight Danish commer cial plants currently certified as approved sources for U.S. mili tary procurement, giving inspec tors practical experience evaluat ing equipment controls and safety margins under active operating conditions. “Maintaining specialized auditing capabilities remains essential to force health protection, particularly amid budgetary pressures,” added Davenport.

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Thirteen U.S. Army Veterinary Corps officers recently completed Europe Dairy Pasteurizer Audit Training in Kolding, Denmark, by participating in specialized technical instruction and on-site field evaluations across eight Danish dairy manufacturing facilities. The intensive course, held Sept. 13-26, was led by Chief Warrant Officer 4 Clayton Davenport, command food safety officer for Public Health Command Europe. The training brought together military auditors stationed across multiple commands and operational theaters, including Public Health Command Europe, Public Health Command Pacific, Multinational Force and Observers Egypt, Area Support Group Kuwait, and the 445th Medical Detachment Veterinary Service Support.

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ding (check out the Grimm Brothers’ original tales, for proof that they agreed). And though not everyone appreciates that creepy feeling you get on the back of your neck when entering a haunted house, some people do. If you’re one of them, then one of these places might just be for you! Haunted castles in the Palatinate forest If you’ve been in Germany for long, you probably know that autumn hikes can turn from tran quil to terrifying in the blink of an eye. Or, more accurately, in the setting of a sun. Once the shadows start to come out, then the woods can feel full-on Hansel and Gretel. That goes double for the castles in and around the Pfalz Forest, all of which are located an easy day trip away from the KMC. While nearly every castle in Germany has a ghost story of some kind (granted, there was an unfortunate amount of tor turing, killing, and imprisoning in medieval German castles), here are three good places to start. Burg Nanstein in Landstuhl is easy to access and has quite the bloody history. Franz Von Sickingen, a notable 15th century German knight, was crushed to death under a pile of rubble after unsuccessfully picking a fight with the Archbishop of Trier and his cannons. Burg Beilstein, which is just south of Kaiserslautern, makes for a perfect late afternoon autumn hike. You can arrive just

as the shadows get long, and reflect on the legend of a 12th century girl and her ghost companions who thwarted a pair of forest ban dits. Finally, Burg Bewartstein, an hour south of Kaiserslautern on the French-German border, bills itself as a legendary robber baron castle…and lives up to the bill ing. It only accepts cash (proper for any robber baron), has a castle ghost (of medieval origin, natu rally), and has tons of dark nooks and crannies. Ghost tour through Stuttgart’s old town Many people think that the most horrifying thing about Stuttgart is the traffic. While traffic in the lovely Baden-Württemberg city to the south can be daunting, the city also abounds in specters. Fortunately, thrill seekers have a great way to get the inside scoop about Stuttgart’s ghosts, thanks to the Stuttgart Ghostwalk Tour. The tour is well worth the €15 (€10 for children ages 6-16). Checking in at around 90 minutes, the tour winds by the Old Castle, the Market Hall, and the Collegiate Church. Get ready to learn about headless horsemen, bad monks, and twilight ghosts. More information is available at https://stuttgarter-geister.de/ Haunted Munich It makes sense that Munich might seem haunted, especially once Oktoberfest fades to a close and all those jolly people become frowning shadows of their former festive selves.

Rakotzbrücke or Teufelsbrücke (Devil’s bridge) in Kromlau, Sachsen, Germany.

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Jokes aside, Munich offers one of the best ghost tours in Germany (the “Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour”). You’ll learn about Munich’s supernatural side (who knew there were so many ghosts there?), as well as its historical dark side. The tour can be pricy (around €50 per person) but actually provides pretty decent value, especially since it doubles as a two-hour city tour with an excellent guide and three shots of, well, liquid spirits.

museum? Oh yeah. Definitely haunting. And once late October hits, things get even spookier. One of the best ways to learn all about Nuremberg is to sign up for the Nuremberg Ghosts and Gallows tour. It takes place at night, is led by a professional guide, and covers a very wide range of scary stuff (from supernatural to extra terrestrial to the terrible stuff that humans can do to one another). It will be an evening you won’t forget, guaranteed.

Ghastly Nuremberg Even at the best of times, Nuremberg can be a little spooky. Old buildings, a checkered history, that gnarly medieval dungeons

The Devil’s Bridge This one is kind of a stretch, in many ways. It’s a long way from Kaiserslautern (7 hours by car). And it isn’t exactly haunted, at least

not in the traditional sense. But, dang. The Rakotzbrücke (Devil’s Bridge), located in Gablenz, mere kilometers from the Polish border, is awesome. As in, awesome in every way. Structurally, it’s a marvel. When the water beneath it is clear, it forms a perfect circle with the reflection. And the legend behind its creation inspires awe, as well. Allegedly, the engineering was so difficult that the devil had to be brought in to help finish the bridge in the early 1860s. Rather than take a cut from the subpar archi tects who couldn’t get the job done, the devil got the soul of the first poor person to walk across it. No word on who that was. But if you do visit, you should be safe!

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FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 Clayface (R) 1700, 1945 Street Fighter (PG-13) 1700 Primetime (R) 1715 The Only Living Pickpocket in New York (R) 2015 Whalefall (PG-13) 2000 E.T - the Extra Terrestrial (PG) 1715 The Thing (R) 2030

The Only Living Pickpocket in New York (2026) Harry Lehman is an aging pickpocket who plies his trade with ever-diminishing returns in a drastically changed New York. Wallets stuffed with cash have been replaced by easily canceled credit cards, and Harry struggles to make ends meet as he cares for his disabled wife, Rosie. When he unwittingly purloins and fences a valuable USB stick, Harry finds himself in a race against time to return the loot or face the rage of a vengeful crime family.. Cast: John Turturro, Giancarlo Esposito, Will Price, Tatiana Maslany, Steve Buscemi Director: Noah Segan

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Clayface (2026)

Whalefall (2026)

Matt Hagen’s meteoric rise from Gotham street kid to Hollywood leading man is tragically cut short when the actions of a local crime boss leave him horribly disfigured. He soon seeks out a cutting-edge treatment that miraculously returns him to his former self, but also affects his grip on reality, spiraling him down a destructive path of all-consuming revenge.

Following the death of his father, Jay Gardiner goes diving off the coast of California in search of his remains. He soon finds himself in a desperate fight for survival when he’s swallowed whole by a massive whale. Trapped inside its belly, he must figure out a way to escape as his oxygen supply starts to run out. Cast: Austin Abrams, Josh Brolin, Elisabeth Shue Director: Brian Duffield

Voice cast: Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, David Dencik, Max Minghella, Eddie Marsan Directors: James Watkins Poster by DC Studios

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 1 Clayface (R) 1215, 1500, 1800 Street Fighter (PG-13) 1500, 1815 Klara and the Sun (PG-13) 1745 Wicker (R) 1230 Primetime (R) 1830 The Only Living Pickpocket in New York (R) 1530 Whalefall (PG) 1245, 1500 Forgotten Island (PG) 1215 MONDAY NOVEMBER 2 Addams Family (PG) 1300

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SATURDAY OCTOBER 31 Clayface (R) 1130, 1430, 1715, 2015 Klara and the Sun (PG-13) 1345 Street Fighter (PG-13) 1100, 1400, 1945 Primetime (R) 1700 Ali G Who Iz I? (R) 1400 Whalefall (PG-13) 1100, 1930 Forgotten Island (PG) 1115, 1645 E.T - the Extra Terrestrial (PG) 1645 The Thing (R) 2000

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Klara and the Sun (2026)

Street Fighter (2026)

Klara is an artificial intelligence friend who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home. It soon meets Josie, a young woman who has a fraught relationship with her mother. But Klara’s innocent wonder and unwavering loyalty soon start to heal the family and bring some light to Josie’s complicated world.

Estranged street fighters Ryu and Ken Masters get thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament -- a brutal clash of fists, fate and fury. However, behind the battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons from their past.

Cast: Jenna Ortega, Amy Adams, Mia Tharia, Aran Murphy, Steve Buscemi, Natasha Lyonne Director: Brian Duffield

Cast: Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Callina Liang, Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i, David Dastmalchian Director: Kitao Sakurai

TUESDAY NOVEMBER 3 CLOSED WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4 CLOSED THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5 Clayface (R) 1715 Primetime (R) 1745 Street Fighter (PG-13) 1700 Whalefall (PG) 1730 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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