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  • Samantha Adams pictured here Feb. 13 says the spin classes at the Aviano Air Base Dragon Fitness Center are a key element of her workout routine since she first signed up for the Aviano Biggest Winner Contest in Jan. 2008. Adams, who's dropped 50 pounds thus far, is working toward competing in fitness and figure competitions in the future. These competitions are a class of physique-exhibition events for women; while bearing a close resemblance to female bodybuilding, it emphasizes muscle tone over muscle size. (U.S. Air Force photo by/Tech. Sgt. Michael O'Connor)

    Biggest Winner loses 50, gains back marriage

    Editor's note: This is the third in a series of articles related to the Aviano Biggest Winner contest. The series takes a look at how anyone with the drive and determination can lose, and win, big through the use of base programs, resources and facilities. In January 2008, two Air Force spouses here signed up for the second annual Aviano Biggest
  • Aviano Futbol Club forward John Riley smashes the ball towards the goal during the AFC vs Avocati Pordenone match Feb. 28 in Sedrano. Riley's kick found the top right of the net, bringing the AFC to a 5-0 win over the AP. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Justin Weaver)

    Futbol club takes Italian league by storm

    A little known futbol (soccer) club is gaining prominence in the local Italian community as one that's hard to beat. Fresh off a 5-0 win against the Avocati Pordenone team, the Aviano Futbol Club has blasted their way into second place in the Division III league. "The American soccer team playing against Italian teams is well prepared both
  • Isaac Born, vocals, Cory Bruns, bass guitar, Chris Adams, drums, and Austin Babcock-Kochera, guitar, compete during "Rockband Jam” tournament at Incirlik’s community center, Feb.20. United States Air Forces in Europe's program "Project Cheer" sponsored the event by donating $300 for the grand prize. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erica Stewart)

    Airmen jam out with Rockband

    A "Rockband Jam" tournament was held at Incirlik's community center, Feb.20. United States Air Forces in Europe's program "Project Cheer" sponsored the event by donating $300 for the grand prize.
  • Col. Kimberly Corcoran, 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing commander presents Master Sgt. Mark Mueller with the Shining Star award Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 19, 2009. Sergeant Mueller has gone beyond the call of duty in support of a fellow airmen and his family, following the airmen's involvement in an automobile accident that left him in crital condition. (Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tony R. Ritter)

    Ramstein member receives Shining Star Award

    Ramstein's Shining Star Award was presented to Master Sgt. Mark Mueller by the Airman and Family Readiness Center and the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing commander during a recent commander's call. Nominated by Kristi Magee and her husband, Tech. Sgt. Daniel Magee, Sergeant Mueller was presented the prestigious award, first received in 2006, for
  • Senior Airman Felecia Keller, 39th Medical Support Squadron pharmacy technician, fills a prescription at the Incirlik pharmacy. The pharmacy provides more than 1,400 prescriptions per month to approximately 5,000 personnel within the Incirlik community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lauren Padden)

    Incirlik's pharmacy: Last line in military medical defense

    The 39th Medical Group pharmacy provides more than 1,400 prescriptions a month to approximately 5,000 personnel within the Incirlik community. Everyone is served by this pharmacy, to include all active-duty personnel and family members, all Department of Defense civilians, U.S. contractors and the small retiree community, said Capt. C. J. Anderson,

  • Eagle Eyes: Stay vigilant

    As a result of the 9-11 terrorist attack, the Air Force implemented an anti-terrorism program called "Eagle Eyes," which is run by the Air Force Office of Investigations. Much like a neighborhood watch program, Eagle Eyes is an aggressive Air Force-wide neighborhood watch program that educates people on observable activities and what to do if they
  • Staff Sgt. Chris Smith, 39th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, stands with a memorial sign of the late MWD, Bak, Feb. 20 at the MWD memorial ceremony at the 39 SFS K-9 kennels. Bak passed Jan. 27 after working as a patrol/explosive detector dog at Incirlik for more than five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amber Russell)

    Incirlik bids final farewell to MWD Bak

    A military working dog memorial ceremony was held for MWD Bak at the 39 SFS K-9 kennels Feb. 20. Bak passed Jan. 27 after more than five years of service as a patrol/explosive detector dog at Incirlik. Bak's handler was Staff Sgt. Chris Smith, 39 SFS MWD handler.
  • Aviano's Jamal Tuck draws a fouls as he drives between Bamberg's Joshua Robinson, left, and Cortez Lindsey. Aviano beat the Barons 85-59 to win the Division II championship at the DODDS-Europe basketball finals in Mannheim, Germany, Saturday night. (Photo by Michael Abrams. Used with permission from Stars and Stripes. ? 2009 Stars and Stripes)

    Aviano HS teams clinch D-II championships

    The Aviano Men and Lady Saints crushed the competition Feb. 21 at the DODDS-Europe Division II basketball tournament. The Lady Saints, who had just come off an undefeated season, dropped SHAPE 50-39 to claim the Division II title. "I'm so proud of this team," coach Shari McGuire said. "They had a goal, and they took care of business both on and off

  • Traveling Abroad: No laughing matter

    Being stationed in Europe, surrounded by a multitude of countries rich in culture and history, one can't help but want to explore abroad. But with these explorations can come great risk, if American military members and civilians don't take the proper precautions. "The potential for Team Aviano members to become victims overseas, both intentionally
  • Effie Rosenblum pictured here Feb. 14 says exercising with the ball at the Aviano Air Base Dragon Fitness Center is a key element of her workout routine since she first signed up for the Aviano Biggest Winner Contest in Jan. 2008. Rosenblum has lost 10 pant sizes since first signing up 13 months ago and is enrolled in the 2009 contest as well. (U.S. Air Force photo by/Tech. Sgt. Michael O'Connor)

    Biggest Winner sheds 10 pant sizes -- Finding balance, time to exercise key to success

    Editor's note: This is the second in a series of articles related to the Aviano Biggest Winner contest. The series takes a look at how anyone with the drive and determination can lose, and win, big through the use of base programs, resources and facilities. In January 2008, two Air Force spouses here signed up for the second annual Aviano Biggest
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