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CSAF, CMSAF inaugural visit to USAFE-AFAFRICA, Page 3
Exercise Pale Serpent, Page 6
New Chief Master Sergeant selects, Pages 16 & 17
US Army Soldiers win five medals, Page 29
January 16, 2026 | Volume 50, Number 2
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Keys Symposium reinforces Commander’s Key Support Program Story & photos by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Typhany Lovdahl, 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron key support liaison, shares her insights on best practices for communicating with incoming spouses during the 2026 Keys Symposium at Ramstein Air Base, Jan. 13. During the event, Lovdahl also highlighted how early connections can positively shape the overseas experience for Airmen and their families. Photo Senior Airman Brenden Beezley
The Military and Family Readiness Center hosted the 2026 Keys Symposium on Jan. 13, bringing together Key Support Liaisons, unit leaders and helping agencies to strengthen support networks for Airmen and families across the Kaiserslautern Military Community and the 86th Airlift Wing’s geographically separated units. Formerly known as the Key Spouse program, the Commander's Key Support Program has evolved to reflect a more inclusive approach to unit support. Trained volunteers known as Key Support Liaisons are appointed by commanders to serve as a trusted link between Airmen, families, leadership and helping See SYMPOSIUM on Page 2
Winter antidote: Europe’s sunniest destinations Living in Germany can be an amazing, lifechanging experience. But let’s be honest. The winters are dark. Real dark. Fortunately, Germany’s central location offers a way for light-seekers to See SUNNY EUROPE, Page 30
Las teresitas beach, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
“The Choral” is the featured movie of the week, Page 31
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by MilitaryInGermany.com