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Photos of damage from Hurricane Milton at Patrick Space Force Base Express.

Patrick SFB Express Suffers Damage, but Florida Exchanges Mostly Appear to Have Escaped Hurricane Milton’s Wrath

By Robert Philpot / October 10, 2024 /

A waterspout spawned by Hurricane Milton touched down near the Patrick Space Force Base Express, causing major roof damage. But early indications are that most Exchange on the Florida peninsula escaped the worst of the storm.

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Strengthening Ties: Exchange, DeCA Senior Leaders Tour Gruenstadt Bakery

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / October 2, 2024 /

The Exchange recently hosted Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) Senior Enlisted Advisor Master Gunnery Sgt. Anthony D. Polk during a tour of its Gruenstadt bakery. Sgt. Maj. Ashley N. Ikegwuonu, the Exchange’s Europe/Africa/Southwest Asia senior enlisted advisor, accompanied Polk. This was the first visit to the Gruenstadt plant for both senior leaders.

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Mobile Field Exchange Opens at Fort Eisenhower After Hurricane Helene

By Chris Ward / October 1, 2024 /

The MFE, a retail store in a 53-foot trailer with snacks, drinks, toiletries and more, opened its doors at Fort Eisenhower within 48 hours after the Exchange received a request for support.

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Exchanges Escape Major Damage, But Still Dealing With Hurricane Helene Aftermath

By Robert Philpot / September 30, 2024 /

Damage to Exchange facilities was limited to downed signs and missing ceiling tiles, but power outages and installation closures were still creating challenges for stores in Georgia and Florida.

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Exchanges in Southeastern U.S. Brace for Hurricane Helene’s Impact

By Robert Philpot / September 26, 2024 /

Exchanges in more than a half-dozen states were preparing Thursday for the effects of Hurricane Helene, which was projected to make landfall as a major hurricane Thursday evening in Florida’s Big Bend region.

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Exchange motor vehicle operator Scott Moore in the cab of his truck.

129 Years of Family Serving Family: Scott Moore, Motor Vehicle Operator, DDDC

By Robert Philpot / September 18, 2024 /

The Army Veteran has logged more than 2 million miles as an Exchange truck driver–and was a big part of Exchange support in New York City after the 9/11 attacks.

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Send us Your National Truck Driver Week Appreciation Week Photos!

By The Exchange Post / September 17, 2024 /

Exchanges are celebrating road warriors during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which continues through Sept. 21. And we want to see how you’re honoring those who drive and deliver.

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Exchange Honors its Drivers for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

By Travis Day / September 16, 2024 /

In celebration of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, the Exchange is saluting its drivers who help fulfill the 129-year-old retailer’s “We Go Where You Go” mission.

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Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army on DDDC Visit: ‘Awesome’

By Robert Philpot / September 11, 2024 /

John Stoneburg, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Military Personnel & Quality of Life), visited the Dan Daniel Distribution Center on Sept. 4 and had a succinct summation of the experience.

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New Exchange Trailer Wrap Hypes Army-Navy Game as College Football Season Begins

By Marisa Conner / August 29, 2024 /

The trailer will serve Central and Eastern Regions before being displayed at the 125th Army-Navy Game on Dec. 14 in Washington, D.C.

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