By Robert Szostek, U.S. Army Customs Agency – Europe Public Affairs WIESBADEN, Germany – Some people are just not good at buying the right gifts. While this is often a matter of taste, people new to Europe should note that many items available in Europe may seem like…
Story by Christine Fox, USAG Bavaria Environmental Division Volunteer For many, just hearing the word “bat” sparks thoughts of mystery and fear. Our culture has portrayed bats as blood sucking, shadowy creatures of the night. But is that a fair reputation for these unique flying mammals? Ask students…
Story written by, Kristy Shelly, Netzaberg Elementary School Librarian NETZABERG, Germany — Imagine packing science, technology, engineering, art and math all in a single 2-hour event. Well, that’s just what Netzaberg Elementary School did Oct. 2 during STEAM night with 100 families and teachers. The event, which will…
Bavaria Health Command press release VILSECK, Germany – Coughing, sneezing, fever, aches… Flu season is here. It’s the time of year you can expect to notice more of these symptoms in your family, friends, or coworkers. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The flu vaccination is…
Honey has healing powers that have been proven scientifically. It can help with sore throats, burns hurt less, wounds heal faster and dry scalps benefit from an overnight honey treatment. What’s important is not to heat the honey to more than 40 °C (104 °F) because then beneficial substances,…
Pete Pollard, Grafenwoehr Performing Arts Center GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The annual Army-wide vocal competition for Operation Rising Star took place Sept. 18 and the finals were held Sept. 19 at the Grafenwoehr Performing Arts Center at Tower Barracks. Begun in 2004, Operation Rising Star is a singing competition…
Story by Franz Zeilmann, Caecilia Meier and Simone Peuleke VILSECK, Germany — On September 14, 2015, Garrison Commander Col. Mark Colbrook “opened the doors” to the new Green Classroom here on Rose Barracks. Among the guests were mayors from our neighboring towns, representatives of the U.S. and German…
Story by Tom Janis, USAG Bavaria Emergency Manager Preparedness requires putting action in place, not just a passing thought about putting together a go-kit with some food and water supplies. The World Trade Center Evacuation study in 2012 assessed the Emergency Preparedness Safety of those who evacuated the…
FORT RILEY, Kansas — InDependent and The Army Wife Network launch registration sign-ups for the first ever online Military Spouse Wellness Summit: Invest in Yourself 2015 sponsored by The USAA Educational Foundation. The free online summit takes place during the week of Oct. 19-23, with a bonus day on…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Moving to a new city is always a challenge. Packing, unpacking, and then trying to find a hockey league. You have to see where the league is at, what level you can play at, and if a local team has a spot for you. You might be…