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  • USAFE's new command chief ready for duty

    Chief Master Sgt. David W. Williamson assumed the role of command chief master sergeant for U.S. Air Forces in Europe Oct 28.Chief Williamson comes to USAFE from Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, where he was the 13th Air Force command chief.As USAFE command chief, Chief Williamson represents the

  • Sigonella gets by Alconbury in championship

    Sigonella defeated Alconbury 19-12 in the Europe Division III Championship Game Nov. 6 in Baumholder, Germany.Alconbury running back, Kerey Kuheana, led the Dragon attack with 199 rushing yards on 36 attempts. All 12 of Alconbury's points came after trailing 19-0 in the third quarter, but the come

  • November declared Military Family Month

    We owe each day of security and freedom that we enjoy to the members of our Armed Forces and their families. Behind our brave service men and women, there are family members and loved ones who share in their sacrifice and provide unending support. During Military Family Month, we celebrate the

  • SFS spouse runs original marathon

    If you've been around the RAF Alconbury area early in the morning you've probably seen her out on the roads putting in her daily run of six to ten miles. All her training paid off on Oct. 31, when Rachelle, wife of Lt. Col. Lenny Rose, 423rd Security Forces Squadron commander, completed the grueling

  • Not quite our July 4th, Nov 5th Guy Fawkes Night

    Back in the states there are a couple of times a year when fire works come out; New Years, Christmas, and Jul 4th to keep the list to a few. Here in the UK you'll also see some of those same events bring out fire works and one of those days is, Nov 5th, Guy Fawkes night, also known as Bonfire Night.

  • Alconbury looks to repeat vs Sigonella

    Looking for their second consecutive Division III football championship, Alconbury High School will face off against Sigonella High School in the Super Six High School Football Championships, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. in Germany. This is the second meeting of the two schools this year, with the first game

  • AFN airing DoDDs football championships

    AFN Europe airs the DoDDs Super Six High School football championships live on the Pentagon Channel and streams them live on afneurope.net beginning at 11 a.m. GMT, Nov. 6, from Baumholder, Germany. The first game is between Division III rivals Alconbury and Sigonella, followed at 2:30 p.m. by the

  • Exchange 'Holding Out' For a Hero

    A 300-word essay could be worth $2,000 in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's "My Hero" Essay Contest . To qualify, authorized shoppers must write an essay on their hero, including what makes the nominee unique or what accomplishment or influence they have achieved.The "My Hero" contest is open

  • America's Spirit - Our Veterans

    As we approach Veterans Day, I'd like to share a few thoughts about those who I believe represent America's Spirit ... our veterans, those warriors who resemble this spirit, and the incredible sacrifices our men and women make each and every day as you, like so many before, continue to demonstrate

  • 501st CSW Quarterly Award winners

    It is with great pleasure that I share with you the 501st CSW Quarterly Awards winners for the third quarter. A big 'Thank You' to all of the supervisors who took time to nominate and recognize outstanding Airmen in this Wing. Please congratulate these SHARP folks when you see them.The winners