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Join us for the AFN Europe Report Monday through Friday at 6:45 p.m. CET on AFN Atlantic.  It's all the day's news and information affecting you and your military community, wrapped up into 15 minutes a night.
Did you miss the latest AFN Europe Report? No problem! Just click on the AFN Europe Report tab below to get a list of all available newscasts. You can then watch the video on the Web, or download it to your computer. We make it easy for you to get the news you want at AFN Europe.net!
Join Lea Ortiz this week on AFN The Eagle's "Midday Show" for great music, news and information.  Lea is there for you from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday on AFN The Eagle.
Listen to "Connections" on AFN Europe's Power Network Radio, Monday through Friday from 2 - 6 p.m. It's all of the Classic Hits and Current News you need to get through the day!
Are you only getting the AFN TV Program Guide and The Pentagon Channel on your AFN Decoder?  If that's the case, it's time to re-register your decoder at www.pvconnect.net.  If you are leasing your decoder, contact your Exchange store for a registration update.

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AFN The Eagle Feature by Lea Ortiz

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Friday, May 9, is Military Spouse Day...a day to honor those supporting America's service members. Lea Ortiz spoke on AFN The Eagle's Mid Day Show with Sue Hertling, the spouse of 1st Armored Division's Commanding General, Major General Mark Hertling, and also his support system on the home front. As the Commander of Task Force Iron, Major General Mark Hertling is currently deployed to Iraq.

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On this edition of the AFN Europe Report: Hanau says goodbye to US troops stationed there. Plus...think you're a good shot? See who's the best one in Europe. Also, Incirlik Airmen strive for perfection. These stories and more on the AFN Europe Report.
12th Combat Aviation Brigade

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On this episode of "Faces of Freedom", we feature Soldiers of the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, based out of Ansbach, Katterbach, and Illesheim, Germany, and currently serving in Iraq.
Story by Ken James

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Another US military community in Europe is set to close its doors soon due to Army transformation. In a show of gratitude, residents are gathering to say goodbye. Ken James is there in the city of Hanau, Germany.
Story by SSgt Tony Plyler

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Nearly 2,000 people from all over Europe are gathered in Messel, Germany, where they brought a lot of guns and shot off a whole bunch of ammunition. SSgt Tony Plyler was there to find out who was the best shot in Europe.
Story by SSgt Leigh Bellinger

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The bombing of Samarra's mosque in February of 2006 sparked a wave of violence around the country. More than two years later, residents are still working to rebuild their city. This time, they are doing it with the help of US forces. SSgt Leigh Bellinger reports.
Story by SPC Sal Ottaviano

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Even after his death, one man's legacy of goodwill and patriotism lives on in the hearts and minds of the community he loved. SPC Sal Ottaviano reports from Bamberg, Germany.
Story by SPC Ryan Hall

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Whether it's just a for a few hours or, in this case, 335 of them, volunteering your time can make a world of difference towards improving your community. SPC Ryan Hall has one young man's story from Camp Darby, Italy.
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Exchange Rates

Rates valid through May 9, 2008
$1 US buys: 0.6334 Euro

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Gas Prices by Country

Price per gallon in Germany
for week of May 10-16

Unleaded: $ 3.780
Super Unleaded: $ 3.892
Super Plus: $ 4.009
Diesel: $ 4.316

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News You Can Use
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If you are experiencing trouble with your AFN signal, we're here to help! Read this article for more information on how to report signal trouble.
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