How to PCS to Germany with Pets
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — So, you are getting ready to PCS to Germany, and you’re scared, excited, nervous or all of the above. You’ve already gathered your family’s information, but what about your pets? This can add more stress to an already stressful situation. Below is a list of…
Rose Barracks Soldier receives award for environmental work
By Christa Rolls, USAG Bavaria Environmental Division GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — A 2nd Cavalry Regiment Soldier received the 2018 U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Environmental Officer of the Year award at the Community Leadership Information Forum, Feb. 12, here. Sgt. Jordan Quiernan with 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, was…
Sell your car: A guide to POV disposal in USAG Bavaria
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria wants to help you, the community member, understand the proper process and procedures to dispose of your privately owned vehicles. To reduce the number of abandoned vehicles across USAG Bavaria, here’s how to conveniently and legally get rid of your POV.…
USAG Bavaria civilians receive Vollrath Human Resources awards for excellence
Original Story by Robert Sekula, U.S. Army Europe Edited by Desiree Dillehay, USAG Bavaria Public Affairs GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Two human resources professionals from U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria were recognized by U.S. Army Europe for their superior leadership and quality of service at the 2018 Fredrick E. Vollrath Human…
Grafenwoehr Exchange supports readiness, resiliency with BE FIT gear and healthy food choices
AAFES NEWS RELEASE GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The Grafenwoehr Exchange is helping Soldiers and their families focus on readiness and resiliency while reaching their fitness goals with fitness gear and healthier eating options. The Tower Barracks Main Store and Rose Barracks PXtra and ShopMyExchange.com, military shoppers can get the latest…
New guidance on taxable moving expenses for civilians
Courtesy Story by 21st Theater Sustainment Command KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Additional information on the taxation of moving expenses for civilian employees is now available that changes guidance issued last year. As previously reported, many moving benefits paid or reimbursed by an employer are now taxable to the relocating…
IMCOM survey: Troops, families want to know more on installation services through social media
By Joe Lacdan, Army News Service WASHINGTON — As service members continue to be heavily tasked overseas, separation from families and the impact of deployments on children rank as top areas of concern, a Blue Star Family survey revealed. The 2018 Military Family Lifestyle Survey, which evaluated…
Preliminary tests at USAG Bavaria reveal no environmental hazards
by USAG Bavaria Environmental Division Staff GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Under the Final Governing Standards for Germany, recent tests performed in U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria in 2018 show results are clear of lead-based paint, asbestos and lead in drinking water for family housing and unit facilities. USAG Bavaria and other U.S.…
Legionella testing to begin at USAG Bavaria
Editor’s note: This article was updated Feb. 5, 2019. GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — In order to ensure water safety, USAG Bavaria and U.S. Army garrisons across Germany will conduct a routine Legionella bacteria survey in all our communities. Final Governing Standards for Germany now require the annual monitoring…
Hohenfels Soldiers medal at Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu European Championship
HOHENFELS, Germany — Two U.S. Army Soldiers on the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Team Hohenfels took home medals at the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation European Championship 2019 in Lisbon, Portugal, Jan. 14-21. After one week of competing, Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher McMillian won the silver medal in the Super Heavy…
Exchange offers fresh flowers in time for Valentine’s Day
AAFES news release GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Love is in the air! The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping Soliders and their families shower their loved ones with fresh flowers, gifts and candy for less this Valentine’s Day. Sweethearts can find everything they need in Express…