Sep 6, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany -- Transformation in U.S. Army Europe has provided planners with the unique opportunity to accomplish three goals while helping protect the environment and providing for a sustainable future. That has meant consolidating, divesting and investing, according to Col. David Carstens, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden commander.

Sep 6, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany -- The assistant secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and Environment visited the Gen. Shalikashvili Mission Command Center Sept. 6 to kick off a nine-day tour of U.S. Army facilities in Germany and Italy.

Sep 5, 2012

HEIDELBERG, Germany -- When Air Force Staff Sgt. Nick Kibbey arrived in Mannheim last November, the morning show radio announcer heard his unit, American Forces Network-Europe, was moving to Sembach Kaserne.

Sep 5, 2012

The garrison commander spoke Aug. 6 at an all hands meeting to address issues and rumors surrounding a base transformation that will see Schweinfurt's eventual drawdown and closure by 2014.

Sep 5, 2012

HEIDELBERG, Germany -- Since the Army designated September as Suicide Prevention Month, U.S. Army Europe will take the opportunity to educate personnel on risk factors and warning signs, and raise awareness and understanding of the joint effort required to successfully eliminate suicide within the ranks.

Sep 4, 2012

The Army has designated September as Suicide Prevention Month and joins the nation in observing National Suicide Prevention Week, Sept. 10-14, 2012, and World Suicide Prevention Day, Sept. 10.

Sep 4, 2012

Scores of Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, crowded into the post theater Aug. 22 to be briefed on their roles in implementing the Total Army Sponsorship Program. They were not the first and will certainly not be the last, as the Army rolls out the congressionally mandated TASP across the force. "There's work to be done and we're going to do it," said Pam Hammerle of Army Community Service, who briefed the Soldiers on the importance, roles and responsibilities of sponsorship.

Aug 31, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - For those of us fortunate enough to have attended the University of Maryland when it still had a campus in Munich, the experience left a lifelong impression. Besides the matchless educational opportunity -- a small school where students quickly got to know one another as well as the professors -- the setting was truly unique. Situated in the Bavarian capital, the campus and academic curriculum offered easy access to a wealth of culture (with numerous field study classes to the opera, museums and historical landmarks) and some of Europe's most famous tourist and recreation areas.

Aug 30, 2012

As U.S. Army Europe's "Fueling the Team" program continues to be integrated across Europe, new USAREUR and community initiatives are joining the movement to help Soldiers, civilian employees and family members to make good nutrition and regular exercise part of their regimen of healthy lifestyle choices.

Aug 30, 2012

Moving to a new duty station can be stressful for the entire family, but perhaps even more so for children who have to meet new friends and find their place in a new school. To help ease that transition, the Army instituted the Army Youth Sponsorship Program (AYSP) which seeks to pair incoming youth with existing students in the community.

Aug 30, 2012

DoDDS-Europe schools opened in the Vicenza Military Community Aug. 27 with more than 1,100 children arriving for the start of the academic year.

Aug 29, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Wiesbaden community members watched with fascination as volunteers brought a taste of the struggle for women's rights through songs and skits, poems and passionate speeches. Women's Equality Day was celebrated Aug. 24 at the Tony Bass Center on Clay Kaserne.

Aug 29, 2012

Alex Taylor went back to school this week geared up to appreciate her math and science classes even more than before, all thanks to a Robotics Summer Day Camp held Aug. 13-17, 2012, at Wiesbaden High School, Germany.

Aug 29, 2012

Over-the-counter medications are a free benefit for Soldiers, family members and retirees.

Aug 29, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Traffic in military community housing areas, planned construction and school partnerships were topics at the German-American Executive Exchange Council Meeting Aug. 15 in the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center. Wiesbaden Lord Mayor Dr. Helmut Müller and Col. David Carstens, U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden commander, led the meeting which provides a forum for local host nation and garrison leaders to discuss issues of mutual concern and interest.

Aug 29, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - One of the first things new Aukamm Elementary School Principal Debbie Parks noticed upon arrival was an empty space where a U.S. flag would usually fly over the school. "When I came up here in May [Parks was principal of Garmisch Elementary School at that time] I met with key leaders and members of the Parent Teachers Association and School Advisory Committee. I asked them what improvements they would like to see," Parks explained.

Aug 29, 2012

BAUMHOLDER, Germany - Despite her busy school schedule Baumholder's Boys and Girls Club of America Youth of the Year, Abigail Baah, dedicated more than 140 hours of her time this past year to children because she wanted to help shape their future and to familiarize herself for her goal in becoming a child lawyer. Lt. Col. Mike Sullivan, U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder commander, surprised her recently at the teen center by presenting her with the Youth of the Year medal.

Aug 29, 2012

Food service Soldiers from the 16th Sustainment Brigade faced off during a battle of wits, physical endurance and culinary skills Aug. 14-17 for a chance to become the next Culinary Warrior and Warrior Leader of the Year.

Aug 29, 2012

U.S. Army Europe kicked off a new campaign in Heidelberg, Germany, Aug. 28, 2012, to help members of the Army in Europe community to make healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices.

Aug 29, 2012

HEIDELBERG, Germany -- U.S. Army Europe Soldiers are getting a chance to take part in the Save A Life Tour that uses state-of-the-art simulation, graphic imagery and dramatic props and presentations to help participants to sincerely understand the consequences of driving while impaired.

Aug 29, 2012

SAN ANTONIO -- On Sept. 3, we will celebrate Labor Day, recognizing all the hard work that has built and sustained our country. The Labor Day weekend has also come to mark the end of summer. It's a last chance to get together with family and friends, and enjoy the activities that make summer great.

Aug 24, 2012

The Hohenfels Military Community gathered recently to witness the renaming and dedication of Building 10 in honor of a former Hohenfels garrison deputy commander who left an indelible impression on the community and everyone who knew him.

Aug 24, 2012

U.S. Army Garrison Hohenfels recently unveiled a new facility designed to provide the tools and the training to increase resiliency in both the Soldier and the community.

Aug 24, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- The early morning sun glistened off a series of man-made lakes south of the Grafenwoehr Post, Aug. 20, reflecting the stern looks on the faces of 24 Soldiers. The Soldiers, fresh off a 12-month deployment, stood tall, muscles tense, fearlessly awaiting their morning task. That was until a meek voice whispered from the crowd, "Uh, you have floaties, right?"

Aug 24, 2012

Trolling thrift stores on the back streets of Prague offers a work-a-day look at the city.

Aug 24, 2012

VILSECK, Germany -- High school volleyball players from DODDS-Europe and other international schools gathered here to reap the rewards of world-class coaching at the Asia Continental Europe Volleyball Camp, Aug. 12-17.

Aug 24, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- With much formality, U.S. Army Garrison Grafenwoehr marked the official return of the 172nd Infantry "Blackhawk" Brigade from Afghanistan in an uncasing and remembrance ceremony, Aug. 9. The uncasing, a ritual revealing a brigade's flags to mark its return from deployment, was bittersweet as family members, civilians and fellow Soldiers paid their respects to the fallen, the injured and the redeployed.

Aug 24, 2012

Thanks to recent legislation the Transition Assistance Program received an intensive overhaul.

Aug 24, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- USAJobs, the database that pools applicants for government jobs, underwent a renaissance in October 2011. Whereas before, the online application process was barebones and relatively straightforward, the newer version is an exercise in meticulousness, verbosity and patience.

Aug 16, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Command Sgt. Maj. Sa'eed Mustafa likes it when he sees "what right looks like," and a trio from Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers showed him just that Aug. 3. "I get goose bumps just listening to this young Soldier right here," said Mustafa, referring to Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Spc. Jayse Knapp, who had just spoken about the program during a luncheon Mustafa organized for the community's sergeants major at the dining facility.

Aug 16, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - As smoke, moans and the sounds of gunfire pour out of a hangar door on Clay Kaserne July 28, they're accompanied by teams of German Soldiers and secret service police officers anxiously engaged in rescuing injured comrades.

Aug 16, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Dierdre and Rufus Tinsley listened attentively as Irmgard Goebel answered questions about buying train tickets at the Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof. The couple had been stationed in Wiesbaden 10 years ago, but since a lot can change in that amount of time, they decided to sign up for Culture College, a three-day course that introduces people to the Wiesbaden community and German language and culture.

Aug 16, 2012

BAUMHOLDER, Germany - Dave Roever walked into Baumholder's Hall of Champions where more than 800 Soldiers were waiting to see him give a presentation about suicide prevention. As he entered the hall and mingled with some of the officials, Jose Blanco approached Roever, shook his hand and said "welcome home." Both men smiled, exchanged knowing glances and patted each other on the shoulder.

Aug 16, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - It was the first V Corps spouses' night out that Priscilla Washington had attended since her husband left for Afghanistan, and she had a big smile on her face. Washington, along with three other women, had met V Corps family readiness events coordinator Jennifer Kuhar for a spouses' night out of bowling at the Wiesbaden Entertainment Center July 27. "It's a good way to get out of the house and do something different," Washington said.

Aug 15, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- Adriano Colella, a cook at the Lawrence T. Hickey Dining Facility, here, recently threw down in an Iron Chef-style culinary competition, representing Grafenwoehr as one of only two civilians to partake in the worldwide contest. Held annually at Fort Lee, Va., the Army Culinary Arts Competition pits the creme de la creme of military chefs against each other as they team up to create gourmet and international food. The judges awarded team and individual medals in 360 separate categories including food nutrition, technical skills and table presentation.

Aug 15, 2012

On July 27, U.S. Army Garrison Garmisch officially became Garmisch Military Community in a color casing ceremony, here. The move formally incorporates the Garmisch community into the USAG Grafenwoehr footprint. "The United States Military is transitioning into a smaller, leaner, fighting force," said Col. James Saenz, USAG Grafenwoehr commander, in a speech at the event. "Army units within Europe will follow suit and units will be required to deactivate, restation or realign within the BMC."

Aug 15, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- Mixing the best of both worlds, the 55th Annual German-American Volksfest provided a taste of home and the foreign for both German and American revelers, here, Aug. 3-5. Fest-goers could feast on barbecue ribs, langos, chili dogs, wurst and kraut, cheeseburgers and gummi bears. They could buy cowboy hats and Bundeswehr caps, and pass the time riding an electric bull and winning beer steins. Hip-hop blared near the automotive display, while an oompah band oompahed merrily inside the beer tent.

Aug 15, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- For many pet owners, their dog is an important member of the family. They eat dinner together, vacation with the family and even appear in Christmas cards. Fido becomes a furry, but treasured part of the household. But, even owners who love their hound can neglect an essential part of dog safety: leashes. Loose and stray dogs have become a worrisome problem in the Bavaria Military Community. Dogs who get out of the yard or, unleashed, bolt from their owners, pose threats to themselves and the community.

Aug 8, 2012

Being an Army public affairs officer often means working irregular hours and constantly providing high-quality content for everything from newspapers to social media. While it is a demanding, high visibility profession, most PAOs could not imagine serving our Nation any other way. But for one civilian public affairs officer at U.S. Army Garrison Benelux, keeping Servicemembers and their families informed in Belgium and the Netherlands is not enough. He reaches for the stars.

Aug 6, 2012

Soldiers, family members, civilian employees and other military community members volunteered, rode, cheered and supported approximately 50 wounded warriors from the U.S., Germany, Romania, Norway, Poland, the U.K., Estonia and Latvia during Soldier Ride Germany community ride at Bostalsee, Germany, Aug. 4, 2012.

Aug 6, 2012

Col. John P. Stack assumed leadership of U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart from Col. Carl D. Bird during a change of command ceremony held July 23 on the Panzer Barracks' parade field.

Aug 6, 2012

Usually Patch Elementary School is pretty quiet this time of year … the desks are empty, the public address system silent, the bulletin boards blank. Yet laughter echoed through the halls as 221 children and 110 volunteers were in constant motion during the garrison-sponsored Vacation Bible School for 5- to 11-year-olds, held July 30 to Aug. 3 at the school.

Aug 1, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - The Wiesbaden military community welcomed Command Sgt. Maj. Sa'eed A. Mustafa during a luncheon on Clay Kaserne July 26. Mustafa, who last served as the command sergeant major of the 123rd Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, in Fort Bliss, Texas, took over the senior enlisted leader slot at U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden this month following the departure of Command Sgt. Maj. Hector Prince in May.

Aug 1, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Baby Julian was bound to be a Skype superstar by the age of 1. But months before his birth his parents reached out to the Army Community Service to get vital support on how to take care of him.

Aug 1, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Lt. Col. Michael D. Sullivan assumed command of the U.S. Army Garrison Baumholder during a July 20 ceremony that also honored the service of outgoing commander, Col. Sam McAdoo. Sullivan took command from McAdoo, who served as the garrison commander since 2010. McAdoo departs for an assignment at Fort Gordon, Ga. where he will serve as the chief of concepts, requirements and developments division.

Aug 1, 2012

Members of the Warrior Transition Unit-Europe had no shortage of takers on an offer to play wheelchair basketball and seated volleyball with them at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center, July 6, 2012

Aug 1, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany - The race to be named the "Best Warrior" in Europe is underway as USAREUR tests its best and brightest noncommissioned officers and junior enlisted Soldiers during the Best Warrior Competition at the Grafenwoehr Training Area.

Jul 31, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany - Exhausting marches, countless sit-ups and push-ups, a board appearance, timed marksmanship qualifications, and a dreaded two-mile sprint are only a few of the grueling tasks undertaken by Staff Sgt. Matthew M. Senna, a senior small group leader at the 7th U.S. Army's Noncommissioned Officer Academy during U.S. Army Europe's Best Warrior Competition here.

Jul 31, 2012

A 21st Theater Sustainment Command Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony was held for 27 Soldiers throughout the command in the Galaxy Theater on the Vogelweh Military Complex, Kaiserslautern, Germany, July 27.

Jul 31, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - It was just another day in the life of an Army Family -- another move, unpacking boxes and getting settled in a new home. Except this time German television station, Sat.1, was on hand to capture the action -- sharing with German viewers what it's like for one of the first Families to move into Newman Village on Wiesbaden's Clay Kaserne.

Jul 27, 2012

An Army-wide program here geared toward providing opportunities to single Soldiers in Schweinfurt recently took top awards for Best Installation Program, Best Event and Best Warrior Zone in Europe.

Jul 26, 2012

More than 20 ROTC Cadets from colleges across the U.S. traveled to Spain in May as part of the U.S. Army ROTC's Cultural Understanding and Language Proficiency program. Their mission was to teach Spanish soldiers conversational English. The additional plus for the Cadets was being able to jump with the Spanish airborne and earn their foreign jump wings.

Jul 26, 2012

The Schweinfurt Conn Dining Facility was announced as the winner of the "Vince Lombardi trophy" on June 29 after competing with other military operated DFACs during the 45th Annual Installation Management Command-Europe and U.S. Army Europe Seventh Army 2012 Philip A. Connelly Award competition.

Jul 26, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- It was cold on the morning of July 24 as Soldiers gathered just before sunrise at the non-commissioned officer academy here, ready to take the Army Physical Fitness Test that kicked off the 2012 U.S. Army Europe Best Junior Officer Competition.

Jul 26, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany --- As the sweat dripped from his brow, his body coated in a fine layer of dirt and dust, 1st. Lt. Joshua Herrington stood exhausted from pushing his body to the limit. He caught his breath and waited for what was next.

Jul 24, 2012

For soldiers in non-English speaking countries, understanding basic words from allies they work with can be the difference between life and death. To help facilitate better communication for Spanish soldiers, 20 U.S. Army Cadets spent several weeks with the Spanish Airborne at their base near Madrid helping teach conversational English.

Jul 24, 2012

More than 20 cadets from colleges across the U.S. traveled to Spain to train with soldiers at its mountain school as part of the U.S. Army ROTCs Cultural Understanding and Language Proficiency program.

Jul 20, 2012

Staff Sgt. Allan Smith of the 72nd Expeditionary Signal Battalion helped the All Army Bowling Team take home Gold at this year's Armed Forces Bowling Championship. Smith's tournament average of 218 earned him a 5th place spot out of all tournament participants. Check out what he has to say about his bowling experiences and making it to the top of his game.

Jul 20, 2012

In a visit to the Caucasus region, U.S. Army Europe Commander, Lt. Gen. Mark P. Hertling met with military and diplomatic leaders of Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan to further strengthen security cooperation and partnership initiatives.

Jul 19, 2012

Wiesbaden, Germany -- Europe is filled with backpacking college students traveling from one country to the next at this time of year. Alex Cansler and Timothy Ko, United States Military Academy at West Point Cadets, arrived in Europe wearing construction boots rather than backpacks, ready to work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Europe District at project sites in Germany and the Netherlands this summer.

Jul 19, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Crime is not a big problem in the U.S. military community housing areas, but it is important to avoid complacency and to make sure items are secured. "You have to constantly ask yourself, 'Am I a threat to my own security? Or my neighbors' security?'" said Sgt. 1st Class Rolando DeLeon, a Military Police officer with the garrison's Directorate of Emergency Services.

Jul 19, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Exclamations and questions rang out as youths from U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden's School Age Services spread across the vast floor at the Technoseum in Mannheim and began to explore. "Whoa, check this out," said one youth. "What is that over there?" asked another. The questions only continued from there. "Am I supposed to jump on this?" asked a youth. "Can I touch this?"

Jul 19, 2012

BAUMHOLDER, Germany - There's a place in the water for young and old at Baumholder's Aquatics Facility. Swimming lessons can begin as soon as a child turns 1 year old with the parent and child aquatics class. This course involves the parent being in the water with the child who is 1 to about 3 years old.

Jul 18, 2012

Conservation measures begin here next month on a project designed to help stabilize and improve the population of the near extinct Greater Horseshoe Bat that lives near the Military Training Area. This marks the first time a European Union funded conservation effort has taken place on an active military base in Germany.

Jul 17, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - The military offers service members various benefits while serving. One of those is helping them transition to civilian life when their time in uniform nears an end. "Service members should take a pre-separation briefing within a year before ETSing and two years before retiring," said Maricel Stephens, a counselor with the Wiesbaden Army Career and Alumni Program.

Jul 17, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Anyone who misses watching live American-style football needs to be aware of the Wiesbaden Phantoms, a local German Football League team that includes two U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden Soldiers. "We would really love to have more people come out and support our team," said Sgt. Kenneth Sharp, a Phantoms running back and tight end who works as the U.S. Army Europe Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion building coordinator.

Jul 17, 2012

This year marked the fourth time a team of Soldiers, civilians and family members from the 66th Military Intelligence Brigade competed in Wiesbaden's dragon boat races at the Schiersteiner Hafen Fest, and the fifth time a U.S. military community team joined the dragon boat competition.

Jul 17, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Three NCOs with 64-years of combined service formally said goodbye to the Army during a retirement ceremony June 29. "It was a wonderful 24 years," said Master Sgt. Mark Owens of his time in the Army. "It's just amazing how the time flies. It truly goes fast."

Jul 17, 2012

An opening ceremony was held at the International Peacekeeping and Security Center, July 16, 2012, officially marking the beginning of Exercise Rapid Trident 2012.

Jul 16, 2012

VICENZA, Italy -- A gaggle of teenagers took a trip downtown last Tuesday morning to learn a little something about Italian history and cuisine, Garibaldi and gelato: there's a lot of it and it comes in an endless assortment of flavors.

Jul 16, 2012

ESCHENBACH, Germany -- We've come a long way from that one-room country schoolhouse on the prairie. Teaching methods once employed are no longer expedient in nurturing the minds of 21st century students. Education is changing to contend with a global society, and Daniele Massey, a teacher at Vilseck High School, is staying ahead of the game.

Jul 16, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- With partisan vitriol ablaze and the presidential election quickly approaching, political identity is gaining importance for many citizens. But, while under the employ of the Army or Department of Defense, what kind of political self-expression is allowed? Can a Soldier or DOD civilian post their political views on Facebook? Can they Tweet support to their favorite candidate? And how can a Soldier, spouse or anyone living abroad exercise their right of franchise and vote on Nov. 6?

Jul 16, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- "I've never been so exhausted playing softball," sighed Spc. Mariano Escalante, 23rd Ordnance Company, 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, during the Reforger Classic softball tournament here, July 5-8. Escalante was not alone. The Reforger Classic, which hosted 21 teams from across Europe, combined women's, men's open and intramural contests into one event. In order to accommodate 172 matches for three tournaments, games were played around the clock. Teams battled it out on the diamond all day and continued through the night, playing games at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 a.m. They rested for a couple hours and then laced up their cleats to do it again.

Jul 16, 2012

VILSECK, Germany -- Army Community Service commemorated 47 years of existence, July 10, with a birthday party straight from any child's wish list. Balloons and party hats adorned a room laid out with different activity stations. A booth with temporary tattoos inked toddlers with electric guitars. One large table was set up for coloring while another focused on face painting.

Jul 16, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- With pick-up games of football, barbecues laden with hot dogs, boot-stomping country music, and the crack of baseballs in the batting cage, a little America sprung up in the middle of Bavaria for Grafenwoehr's Fourth of July celebration. Unlike previous garrison Fourth of July celebrations, which sought to incorporate German flavor into the festivities, this year's shindig was all about the U.S.A., explained community activities coordinator for Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Neville Paschal. "It's truly a Fourth of July for Americans," he said.

Jul 16, 2012

VALENCIA, Spain -- Valencia is a city of contrasts, where ancient buildings rub shoulders with 19th century palaces that rise next to modern apartments. Founded by the Romans in 138 B.C., Valencia has been the home of many cultures over the years, each of which has left its mark on the city in some way, whether through language, architecture or cuisine.

Jul 12, 2012

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Jul 11, 2012

The only U.S. Army garrison in the Netherlands cased its colors in Schinnen, Netherlands, in a July 11, 2012, ceremony presided by Kathleen Marin, regional director, Installation Management Command Europe, to formally mark USAG Schinnen's transition to a managed site and its designation as USAG Benelux - Schinnen.

Jul 11, 2012

When Kirstin Reed became Scout Master of Hohenfels' Troop 303, there were six boys in the troop. Three years later, this Scout Master of the Year leaves behind 30 members in one of the healthiest Scout Troops in Europe as she departs Hohenfels for Oslo, Norway.

Jul 10, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Back in the BSM era -- that's Before Social Media -- most of us didn't have hundreds of friends. If we were lucky, we had a few good friends with whom we shared our daily lives and distant friends we kept in contact with via letters and occasional visits, but mostly slipped away from along with the passing of the years.

Jul 10, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - School is out and summer has started. While some teens are spending their days at home enjoying the chance to sleep in, heading out on vacation or moving, others are hard at work in the garrison's Summer Hire Program.

Jul 10, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - The percentage of Military Health System beneficiaries who gave information showing they were obese in fiscal year 2011 was 22, well below the U.S. population average of 33.8. Those numbers, from the fiscal year 2012 report to Congress on the Tricare system, still leave a lot of room for improvement though. The good news is that the military's medical system can help people get those numbers lower.

Jul 6, 2012

The Illesheim Army Health Clinic in Vilseck, Germany, is the first organization within the U.S. Army Medical Command, and one of few units within the Department of Defense, to earn the impressive Star Status, an elite Occupational Safety and Health Administration standard.

Jul 3, 2012

SAN ANTONIO -- This Fourth of July we mark the 236th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the statement of values and beliefs that launched our country.

Jul 3, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - It may have looked like a fluffy hood ornament, but Soldiers of the 2nd Military Intelligence Battalion recognized the stray owl fledgling lost in their motor pool. "It all happened during command maintenance," said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Gerardo Ledesma of the 2nd MI Battalion. "Members of Company B, 2nd MI, were doing Preventive Maintenance, Checks and Services when they found the owl on the back of a tactical vehicle and reported it to Sgt. 1st Class Gerson Espinoza who contacted the Environmental Branch and the Fire Department."

Jul 3, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Being a wounded warrior no longer means being confined by physical limits on the road to recovery. Now it's about which activities can be modified to fit a Soldier's abilities to offer more fitness options. "We concentrate on their abilities rather than their disabilities and try to provide an alternative to their physical activity," said Sgt. 1st Class Javony Morales, Company A, Warrior Transition Unit-Wiesbaden Cadre platoon sergeant, during a session of wheelchair basketball June 22 at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center. "Here is a way for them to socialize and overcome their obstacles… to get out there and do something different."

Jul 3, 2012

BAUMHOLDER, Germany - The news about Spencer Bean's selection as the recipient of the Department of Defense Education Activity's presidential award for excellence in math/science teaching this year was an honor for the math teacher, but it was also an unprecedented achievement for Baumholder Middle High School. Bean's accomplishment gives Baumholder Middle High School the distinct honor of having won the award in back-to-back years.

Jul 2, 2012

The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays! It's a celebration of our nation's remarkable history and a celebration of our friends, neighbors, and community. In the United States, families and friends will gather for neighborhood block parties and hometown fireworks, while here in US Army Europe we have the unique opportunity to join our host-nation partners, share in festivities with our community, and demonstrate the pride and patriotism we have for our great nation and our Army.

Jul 2, 2012

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany -- When it comes to running, everyone has a strategy. For Staff Sgt. James Brooks, 172nd Infantry Brigade, Grafenwoehr, music is key. "Rap, rock-n-roll, it doesn't matter," he said "Something that'll keep me going to the end." Brooks was one of 167 runners who braved the rare Bavarian humidity here, June 30, to compete in the U.S. Forces Europe Army Ten-Miler qualifying race, many vying for one of the 12 coveted spots on the U.S. Army Europe Ten-Miler team. The top six qualifying Army active duty male and female runners will head to Washington, D.C., to race in the Army Ten-Miler, Oct. 21, which starts and finishes at the Pentagon.

Jul 2, 2012

I got married in Denmark last month. We weighed the option of a German wedding, but the monthslong bureaucratic process involving interviews and translators appeared too complex for a civil ceremony. So, we turned our sights north toward Denmark's streamlined, practical, and therefore appealing, quick-marriage process. Our uncomplicated nuptials in Jutland also turned out to be memorable, romantic and unexpectedly lovely.

Jul 2, 2012

VILSECK, Germany -- Wiener Schnitzel. Spaetzle. Blaukraut. Schweinebraten. Unless the average cook invests money in German cookbooks and time in perfecting the recipes, these Bavarian staples can't simply be whipped up at home. Enter Chef Sven. Donning chef's whites and a good-natured smile, Sven Markert, a local national who knows his way around the kitchen, teaches Bavarian cooking classes through Army Community Service.

Jul 2, 2012

German and American officials broke ground for the next stage in transformation on Wiesbaden's Clay Kaserne in Germany, June 28, 2012.

Jun 26, 2012

Clinton Schwartz was only 5 years old and living in Washington D.C., when the tragedies of 9/11 took place. Eleven years later, he has finally been able to exorcise the demons of that day through a work of art that speaks to the heartbreak and hope that those events have meant to him and our nation.

Jun 25, 2012

News agencies in Germany are reporting that 10 of Germany's 16 states are battling a population explosion of the Oak Processionary Caterpillar, and their toxic hairs can cause severe allergic reactions for some people.

Jun 20, 2012

The German Ministry of Defense and the Federal Real Estate Institute co-hosted a Military Use and Nature Protection Symposium at the Federal Academy for Defense Management and Technology in Mannheim, Germany, June 11-14, 2012.

Jun 20, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Fear, failure and fun are a few things the graduates of Wiesbaden High school class of 2012 can look forward to experiencing everyday in life after high school. This was the common theme in messages spoken to the graduating class during its commencement event June 10 at the Wiesbaden Kurhaus.

Jun 20, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - Acts of heroism, charity and cooperation by Department of Defense employees were recognized with high honors during Hessentag. Anne Adams, Heather Goodwin, Sgt Ferdinand Hounlekpo and Jeffery Mack were recognized June 9 as a part of the state fair -- this year held in Wetzlar.

Jun 20, 2012

HEIDELBERG, Germany -- U.S. Army garrison leaders from across Europe converged on Patrick Henry Village to welcome a new top noncommissioned officer during a ceremony here June 20. Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey Hartless assumed responsibility as the fifth command sergeant major of Installation Management Command Europe since its founding on Oct. 7, 2002.

Jun 20, 2012

WIESBADEN, Germany - German and American youths got a better "UnderstandingG" of the role of the U.S. military in Germany during a visit to Clay Kaserne (formerly Wiesbaden Army Airfield) and Hainerberg Housing June 2-3. The students from Wiesbaden High School, Frankfurt International School and Frankfurt's Gutenbergschule and Ziehenschule have been participating in a yearlong cooperative effort, known as UnderstandinG, between the city of Frankfurt, U.S. Consulate General and Grundstückgesellschaft Gateway Gardens GmbH (Gateway Gardens Property Management) to develop a lasting tribute to German-American friendship at the former Rhein Main Air Base Housing Area.

Jun 18, 2012

The Army's 237th Birthday marked the naming of two preeminent new and old landmarks at U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden, Germany -- the General John Shalikashvili Mission Command Center and General Lucius D. Clay Kaserne -- and the opening of the new 326-unit Newman Village housing area.