Experience culture, city during ‘Stuttgart Nacht’
The annual “Stuttgart Nacht,” or Stuttgart Night, is one of the best
ways to experience not only Stuttgart’s cultural offerings, but the city
itself. Read More
Recognizing the symptoms of ADHD in children
Most healthy children occasionally have trouble sitting still, paying
attention or controlling impulses. But for some children, the problem is
so bad that it interferes with their daily lives at home, at school and
in social settings.Read More
A laughing matter
Comics on Duty comedians Paul Ogata, Danny Villalpando, J.R. Brow and Tom Foss gave two free performances for U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart audiences Sept. 12 in the Patch Community Club as part of the That Guy campaign. That Guy is a Defense Department initiative aimed at reducing binge drinking among 18- to 24-year-old service members.
Retiree Affairs: Take steps toward good records management
How quickly can you, your spouse or a designated survivor access a copy
of your DD Form 214, retirement orders or marriage certificate?Read More
More than just another PT session
Springboarding off the success of the Warrior Pride Challenge triathlons
in July and August, U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart’s Army Substance Abuse
Program hosted an even bigger athletic event this month: the WPC
pentathlon.Read More
Using wrong passport leaves travelers stranded
Using a government-issued or “no fee” passport for leisure travel — or a
tourist passport for duty assignments — may not seem like a big deal.
However, it can lead to hefty fines, delays and even being stranded at
the border of another country. Read More
Maintaining relationships during deployment
Military spouses and significant others provide an invaluable source of support to today’s service members. Loved ones can play a vital role in offering encouragement during a military career, especially during deployments, when separation often goes hand-in-hand with concern for the safety of service members, coping as a single parentRead More
Suicide prevention resources for military families
No warrior or military family is alone. If you are concerned that a
service member or veteran in your family is considering harming or
killing him/herself, free resources are immediately available to aid
your family in its time of crisis.Read More
National Cholesterol Education Month: Living ‘heart healthy’ means making smart choices
Since September is National Cholesterol Education Month, community
members in U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart may encounter the phrase “heart
healthy” more frequently, especially at the U.S. Army Health Clinic
Stuttgart. Read More
Württemberg Hill offers romance, scenic views of Stuttgart
Most people in Stuttgart describe the Sepulchral Chapel on Württemberg
Hill, located in the Stuttgart city district of Rotenberg, as a monument
to eternal love.
The chapel was built by King Wilhelm I between 1820-24 for his beloved
wife and Queen of Württemberg, Katharina Pawlowna. She was only 30 when
she died in Stuttgart on Jan. 9, 1819.Read More
Sesame Street, USO bring Muppets to Stuttgart
Dealing with change and making new friends — military children know all
too well about the anxiety that often comes with relocating to a new
place.Read More
Young detectives practice critical thinking, solve crimes
Some kids spend their summers playing baseball or swimming. Joseph
Branch spent his summer rifling through a hotel room looking for
evidence.
Branch is one of 30 youths who participated in CSI: Crime Scene, a new
EDGE program offered by Stuttgart Child, Youth and School Services.
Protect children’s vision with annual eye exams
One of the best ways to help children in school is to ensure their
vision has been checked at least every two years by an eye care
professional. Vision and eye health are key to a student’s ability to do
well in the classroom and when studying at home. Read More
Teens ‘venture’ outdoors with coed Scouting group
Stuttgart area teens on the hunt for high adventure activities such as
rock climbing and ropes courses, and who have a passion for
volunteerism, may want to take a look at Venture Crew 44. Read More