General William E. "Kip" Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, kicked off the 2010 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Overseas for the command October 4, 2010, at Kelley Barracks.
NEWS FLASH: Stuttgart Force Protection Exercise Measures Continue
12:00 AM10/5/2010
As part of its continuing Force Protection program, the US Army Garrison Stuttgart will undergo a series of increased security checks at all installation entrance gates as well as facilities throughout the Stuttgart community. Units will be
U.S. Department of State Issues Europe Travel Alert
12:00 AM10/4/2010
The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to the potential for terrorist attacks in Europe. Current information suggests that al-Qa'ida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks. European governments have taken action to
Stuttgart Military Community Rallies in Support of Cancer Survivors and Warriors
12:00 AM10/4/2010
The Stuttgart military community rallied to support cancer survivors and warriors at the USAG Stuttgart Run 4 Life event at Husky Field Oct. 1, 2010 as part of the Disability Employment Awareness Month activities.
Guinea's Interim President, General Sekouba Konate, and American General William Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM,) exchanged views and discussed matters of mutual interest during a Digital Video Conference (DVC) which took place
There are only 30 days until the November 2nd general election. Act NOW to make sure that you will have an opportunity to make your vote count. Don't wait until it's too late! The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) has new online
Portfolio Building Session: Volunteers Needed October 1
12:00 AM9/30/2010
The AFRICOM Education Dept. is still in need for volunteers to assist in compiling educational portfolio packets for this Sunday's session Oct 3 (Patch HS 1500. This also is a great way for ANYONE to get some community VOLUNTEER service time
There has been a recent rash of calls to military personnel from individuals who have claimed to be with DoD and requested information under the guise of it being a TRICARE national survey. Although most of the cases have occurred in the
Burkina Faso Minister of Defense Visits U.S. Africa Command
12:00 AM9/30/2010
Burkina Faso's Minister of Defense Yero Boly met with senior leaders of U.S. Africa Command, September 30, 2010, to identify areas of cooperation between Burkina Faso and the United States.
Global Financial Integrity Director Addresses AFRICOM Staff
12:00 AM9/24/2010
U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) welcomed Raymond Baker, director of Global Financial Integrity (GFI), as the guest speaker of the AFRICOM Commander's Speakers Series held September 23, 2010 on Kelley Barracks.
Two trips (October 30 and December 4) are scheduled for interested participants in the Stuttgart area to cook meals and spend time with wounded warriors receiving medical treatment at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center.
An Experienced Rider Course is scheduled for October 7, 2010, at the Stuttgart Army Airfield. This will be the last class before winter. The Basic Rider Course is a prerequisite to sign up for this course.
Health Coverage Briefings for Federal Employees Oct. 15
12:00 AM9/24/2010
Two briefings on health coverage for federal employees will be from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. October 15, 2010 at the Patch Barracks theater. For more information, e-mail AFSPA@AFSPA.org.
NEWS BRIEFS: Postal Service hiring holiday temps and RB Chapel services relocate to school
12:00 AM9/23/2010
U.S. Postal Services hiring for upcoming holiday season
There are 10 holiday hire positions opening for the Stuttgart Postal Offices from Oct. 1,2010 through Jan. 31, 2011. These are full time positions, however applicants must be
Project Management Tools and Concepts Class Oct. 18
12:00 AM9/22/2010
The Project Management Tools and Concepts (PMTC) class scheduled for October 18, 2010 on Panzer in building 2915, room 414, currently has eight seats available.
The "Buendnis gegen Stuttgart 21," alliance against Stuttgart 21, holds three major demonstrations at the Hauptbahnhof and surrounding areas every week (i.e., in the evening hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays).