Robert Philpot

More Than $51,000 in Layaways Paid in Full for 185 Exchange Shoppers in the Carolinas

By Robert Philpot / December 28, 2021 /

The total encompassed all 185 active layaways at Exchanges in North and South Carolina.

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Krispy Kreme Honors Gruenstadt Bakery Manager for Using His Melon—er, Head

By Robert Philpot / December 27, 2021 /

Krispy Kreme’s Melon Head Award is given to people who use their “melon” to drive brand awareness, which the Gruenstadt bakery team has done since it began offering Krispy Kreme in November 2015.

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ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / December 23, 2021 /

In case you missed it, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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MILITARY STAR Surprises 10 Shoppers With $35,000 in Home for the Holidays Sweepstakes

By Robert Philpot / December 23, 2021 /

Five grand-prize winners each received a $5,000 check, while five runners-up won $2,000. The winners were automatically entered into the sweepstakes after using their MILITARY STAR card twice at a military exchange and twice at the commissary between Sept. 24 and Oct. 21.

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Keesler BX Plays Key Role in Wreath-Laying Event at Biloxi National Cemetery

By Robert Philpot / December 21, 2021 /

Since 2015, the Keesler Exchange has assisted Crusaders for Veterans in ordering wreaths to honor the fallen at the cemetery. But the store’s support goes beyond filling orders,

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Retirees Return to the Exchange to Support Operation Allies Welcome

By Robert Philpot / December 20, 2021 /

Three retirees are currently supporting OAW in southern New Mexico, and one is scheduled to arrive at Fort Dix in January.

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ICYMI: The Week that was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / December 17, 2021 /

In case you missed it, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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Making Spirits Bright: Nearly $109,000 in Exchange Layaways Paid in Full for 374 Military Shoppers

By Robert Philpot / December 17, 2021 /

Exchange shoppers in the Pacific were treated to an early holiday surprise when they learned their layaways had been paid in full.

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Severe Weather Causes Damage, Power Failures at Exchanges in Three States

By Robert Philpot / December 17, 2021 /

Exchanges in Kansas, Colorado and Nebraska suffered damage, power failures and unscheduled closures Wednesday during a severe weather outbreak that affected much of the Central U.S.

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Stores Giving Theatro Rave Reviews as a Communication Tool

By Robert Philpot / December 16, 2021 /

The device, a headset that comes with a small rectangular box that associates can attach to their belt or another part of their clothing, helps provide instant assistance at the push of a button.

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