And add to the Germany troops returning, there are about 3000 troops scheduled to return to the States early next year from Iraq. The last time I was on base, January 2005, there was a lot of construction going on near the troops barracks. This move must have been planned for a long time. I'm sure all the families coming home will be happy to be back. On a side note, if you haven't had a chance and are in the neighborhood, Fort Riley has some awesome museums to visit.
I was stationed at Ft Riley from 95-96 with duty at KSU in Manhattan. In conjunction with studies at KSU, I had to perform counseling for families at Ft Riley.
I really liked the area.
BTW, Kansas isn't all that flat....at least that section isn't!