When it comes to getting to the gym, some people require a little extra motivation.

That’s why Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Sports and
Fitness division is hosting the “Fit for Life” program for the Stuttgart
military community July 1 through Dec. 31. Read More

U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart is experiencing a temporary surge in its
workforce. The Summer Hire Program is an annual event that allows
dependents ages 14-22 a chance to pick up some real-world experience and
a little spending money during the six-week program.

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For Stuttgart soccer enthusiasts, June 30 presented a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity. U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart’s Family and Morale, Welfare
and Recreation transported more than 200 community members to Heidelberg
June 30 to watch the U.S. Women’s National Team practice,  part of a
plethora of events focused on the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup in
Germany.Read More

In an effort to address military spouses’ employment challenges, the
Defense Department recently launched the Military Spouse Employment
Partnership to expand career opportunities for military spouses
worldwide. Flanked by military spouses and corporate leaders, top
government and military officials unveiled the partnership during a
ceremony at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. Read More

Living in Europe means having the advantage of being near numerous
popular tourist destinations and the opportunity to travel during the
summer months.

However, tourist attractions and peak travel seasons can create ideal conditions for a potential terrorist attack. Read More

Medical professionals at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center warn that
male service members are part of the most at-risk group for testicular
cancer. The form of cancer may be rare, but it does occur most often in
men ages 20 to 39.

“[Service members] need to be aware of the risk. While the survival rate
is more than 90 percent, testicular cancer can still be lethal if it is
too advanced once it is discovered,” said Maj. Eric Whitman, a
urologist in the Department of Surgery at CRDAMC.Read More

With more and more European partner nation Special Operation Forces
participating in International Security Assistance Force operations,
having medical personnel available to save lives in austere and often
dangerous environments is of critical importance. Read More

This year, the Stuttgart United Service Organizations office celebrated
its 36th birthday (June 12) by giving out free hot dogs, cake and
donated prizes on June 8.

It was a symbolic moment, since the USO Stuttgart has spent the past 36 years giving back to the military community here.Read More

Editor’s Note: Do you have a legal question you would like to see
answered in a future edition of The Citizen? If so, contact “Ask a JAG”
at steven.j.bishop@eur.army.mil.

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Independence Day honors the birthday of our nation and commemorates the
adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It’s a day
of picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks, and
a reason to fly the American flag.

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Task Force 10 operators garner awards

Special Operations Forces personnel from the 1st Battalion, 10th Special
Forces Group (Airborne), 321st Special Tactics Squadron, and Special
Operations Command Europe, gathered on Patch Barracks to witness the
presentation of two Silver Star Medals, 11 Bronze Star Medals with
Valor, and one Army Commendation Medal with Valor during a ceremony
conducted on June 13.Read More