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SOCEUR enables Poland Special Ops intelligence effort

Story & photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks
Special Operations Command Europe Public Affairs Office

Human intelligence is critical and key to Special Operations Forces missions. Knowing how to collect, analyze and debrief information is particularly important for intelligence Soldiers when providing integral data to commanders and operators on the ground.


Civil Air Patrol cadet flight takes off in Stuttgart

By Brittany Carlson
USAG Stuttgart Public Affairs Office

This fall, the Stuttgart military community will have its own Civil Air Patrol cadet flight.

CAP is a congressionally chartered, non-profit volunteer organization and the civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. The cadet program teaches teens ages 12-18 about aerospace, emergency services, physical fitness, leadership skills and management.
The Stuttgart flight will fall under the Ramstein Air Base cadet squadron.


Army standardizes child care fees; change in cost begins Oct. 1

By Rob McIlvaine
Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Public Affairs Office

Beginning Oct. 1, most Army families will see an increase in their child care fees, while others will see a reduction or no change in fees for school year 2010/2011, as a result of a new Department of Defense policy.

According to Maj. Gen. Reuben Jones, commander of the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Command, the Army will ensure outstanding child and youth programs.


Commander’s Column: Looking forward: continuing Stuttgart traditions

Commentary by Col. Carl D. Bird
USAG Stuttgart commander

My family and I want to thank the entire Stuttgart community for the warm welcome we received at the change of command ceremony.
From the moment we stepped off the plane, we have received nothing but outstanding support and understanding from everyone.


Community Outreach: together, keeping the promise

Commentary by Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch
Installation Management Command commander

As our Soldiers and families persevere in their service to the nation, it is heartening to know that we are not in this alone — our fellow citizens want to understand what we are experiencing and support us where they can.