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No health risk posed by native spindle ermine moth caterpillars
By Elaine Freeth, USAG Bavaria Environmental Division GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Sightings of web covered shrubs with clusters of yellow and black spotted caterpillars around the garrison and residential areas have raised some voices of concern, but community members don’t have to worry about this particular caterpillar. These native…
Community reminded to report, maintain distance from Oak Processionary Moth caterpillars
By Elaine Freeth, USAG Bavaria Environmental Division GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria authorities request community members to report any nest findings of Oak Processional Moth caterpillars and keep their distance from the locations. The Oak Processionary Moth (Thaumetopoea processionea), or Eichenprozessionsspinner in German, is a…
Bavaria Community and Spouses Club announces Spring 2019 grant recipients
BCSC news release GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The Bavaria Community and Spouses Club is pleased to announce that 25 organizations were recipients of Community Outreach Grants during our Spring 2019 cycle. Over $25,000 was distributed to the following groups: AWAG Boy Scouts Troop 261 Eagle Scout…
Get to know Germany’s bicycle rules of the road
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Whether you are taking a fun bike ride with the family, using a bicycle to get to work or as part of your fitness routine, make sure that safety is your primary concern. This guide tells you what you need to pay attention to in order…
Commissaries highlight patrons’ service with extra savings during Military Appreciation Month
Defense Commissary Agency news release FORT LEE, Va. — The month of May is the commissary’s time to recognize the strength, courage and sacrifices of military family members, especially mothers. “It’s Military Appreciation Month for commissaries, and we’re saying ‘thank you’ to our servicemen and women, retirees and…
Grafenwoehr Elementary School PTA awarded Google and National PTA grant to address digital safety
GRAFENWOEHR ELEMENTARY PTA NEWS RELEASE GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Grafenwoehr Elementary School Parent-Teacher Association has been awarded a $1,000 grant from National PTA® and Google to provide parents with the resources they need to answer practical questions about digital safety and citizenship. The grant will be used to host…
101 volunteers contributed to successful programs in Hohenfels
HOHENFELS, Germany — One hundred one individuals representing the roughly 13,230 hours registered volunteer hours at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria – Hohenfels were recognized in the annual volunteer recognition ceremony April 25, here, at the Hilltop Club. Volunteers provide many services such as making coffee, welcoming you as…
Army & Air Force Exchange Service salutes cutest military pets with Patriot Pet Photo Contest
AAFES NEWS RELEASE GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Smile big and show off your canines — or felines, rabbits, birds or any pet! The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, along with Blue Buffalo pet food, is once again hosting the Patriot Pet Just Say “Treat” Photo Contest. …
Grafenwoehr Exchange ‘Pamper Mom with Pretty’ event celebrates moms
AAFES NEWS RELEASE GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Military moms deserve a little extra pampering this Mother’s Day, and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is making sure they get it. On May 4, the Grafenwoehr Exchange Service is hosting a “Pamper Mom with Pretty” beauty event. Military shoppers…
Routine and emergency housing work orders: Same phone number, different criteria
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria community members can report work orders and request other housing services through one Housing Office call center. ROUTINE WORK ORDERS During the normal duty day, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., community members should call their work order…