Stuttgart military community second to none
As we head into the holiday season, Stuttgart military community members
sure have a lot to be thankful for. I would like to take a moment to
reflect on why I’m glad I live here. Read More
As we head into the holiday season, Stuttgart military community members
sure have a lot to be thankful for. I would like to take a moment to
reflect on why I’m glad I live here. Read More
After completing an analysis of industry and employment trends, the
Defense Department has embarked on a pilot program to help service
members obtain civilian professional credentials.Read More
If you are confused about whether you can or cannot receive a lithium
battery-powered electronic device through the mail, join the crowd. Read More
Nov. 16 — Skyfall (PG-13) 6 and 9 p.m.
Nov. 17 — Skyfall (PG-13) 4 p.m., Looper (R) 7 p.m.
Nov. 18 — Ice Age: Continental Drift (PG) 3 p.m., Skyfall (PG-13) 6 p.m.
Nov. 19 — Skyfall (PG-13) 6 p.m.
In a show of strength and courage, Stuttgart military community cancer
warriors shared their stories and challenges about living with cancer
and its debilitating effects during the third annual Run4Life relay Oct.
26 on Husky Field. The American Cancer Society estimates more than 1.5
million people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with some form of cancer
this year and more than 500,000 of these people will die from the
disease.
Issue: Unhealthy Eating Options on Military Installations
Scope:
There is a lack of healthy eating places within military installations.
Franchises/vendors define what is healthy and offer limited healthy
menu options. Agencies select food providers based on profitability and
U.S./world-wide trends that are not representative of the military
community. Limitations impact health care costs/availability, rise in
obesity, quality of life and mission readiness. Read More
Service members from all branches, family members, civilians and contractors from the Stuttgart military community came together to discuss ways to improve quality of life during the Army Family Action
Plan Conference, held on Patch Barracks. Read More
In mid-December, the Utilities Tax Avoidance Program office and the
Value Added Tax office will co-locate to a new space on the third floor
of Building 2915 on Panzer Kaserne. Because of the move, both offices
will be closed Dec. 11-12, and customers are advised to plan ahead.Read More
As the nation observed the Veterans Day holiday Nov. 12, Defense
Secretary Leon E. Panetta issued a message paying tribute to the men and
women who have served the United States in uniform.Read More
Worms, viruses, Trojan horses, and spyware: Beware! The National
Science Center, or NSC, is now training kids to stay safe from cyber
attack malware when they’re surfing the web or using email and cell
phones. A new online game called Cyber Swarm Defenders is targeted to
sixth- to eighth-grade students and is also appropriate for younger
students. Read More
Nov. 2 — Chasing Mavericks (PG)
6 p.m.; Fun Size (TBD) 9 p.m.
Nov. 3 — Ice Age Continental Drift (PG); 4 p.m.; Fun Size (TBD) 7 p.m.
Nov. 4 — Chasing Mavericks (PG)
4 p.m.; Fun Size (TBD) 7 p.m.Read More
Many myths have circulated concerning the Celts and their way of life.
Some may think of them as a barbaric and “headhunting” horde. In
Stuttgart, visitors can find out the truth to the myths as well as
historic facts about the Celtic civilization, its vibrant culture and
identity during the “Der Welt der Kelten,” or “World of Celts,”
exhibition. The exhibition runs until Feb. 17, 2013 in downtown
Stuttgart. Read More
Two new Eagle Scouts were welcomed into the fold Oct. 11. Boy Scout
Troop 44’s Diego Williams, 17, and Thomas Greene, 14, achieved the rank
of Eagle Scout – the highest rank in Scouting – following a board of
review held at the Panzer Family Housing Scout Hut. Read More
Q: I am a federal employee working for the Department of Defense, and
have been closely following the upcoming elections. Are there
restrictions on my involvement?
A: Although serving as a federal
employee does not prohibit a person from participating in our country’s
political process, there are restrictions on how such employees may
participate. A federal law passed in 1939, named after former Senator
Carl Hatch of New Mexico, prevents federal employees from conducting
certain political activities on, and sometimes off, duty. Read More
Like most service members in Stuttgart, I was very happy to learn I
would have the opportunity to serve here. Stuttgart has an outstanding
reputation as a center of innovation, engineering and culture. It’s also
known as one of the cleanest and safest cities in the world. With
critical Department of Defense activities here, there is no doubt that
it’s a great place to live and work.Read More
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