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Hurricane Ida Affects Business at Exchanges in Gulf States, but Damage is Minimal

By Robert Philpot / August 30, 2021 /

Although Keesler Air Force Base was in the path of the hurricane, the Keesler Exchange (pictured) suffered no damage. The storm’s effects varied at Exchanges elsewhere in Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama.

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With Paralympics Streaming Starting, Here’s a Look at the Games’ Historic Link to the Military

By Robert Philpot / August 23, 2021 /

Starting this week, U.S. service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide will be able to stream NBCUniversal’s record coverage of the Tokyo Paralympic Games from their personal devices and computers through ShopMyExchange.com.

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Exchanges Power Up for Annual Electronics Expo

By Robert Philpot / August 19, 2021 /

For the third time, the Exchange will collaborate with the Navy Exchange Service Command, the Marine Corps Exchange and the Coast Guard Exchange on the Military Exchange Electronics Expo, known as ME3.

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The Exchange’s Website Turns 25. Here’s how it’s Grown Up.

By Robert Philpot / July 26, 2021 /

Days after www.aaafes.com debuted, thousands found AAFES’ new online home. It evolved into the user-friendly ShopMyExchange.com, and it will continue to grow.

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Feeling Like Home: Exchange Focuses on Quality-of-Life Improvements at ‘Big Four’ Army Posts

By Marisa Conner / June 28, 2021 /

The Exchange is all in to support the Army’s initiative to improve quality of life for Soldiers and families at Forts Polk, Irwin, Wainwright and Hood.

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Retail Food Team Heats Up In-Store Traffic With ‘Never Stop Summering’ Promotion

By Robert Philpot / June 17, 2021 /

Anticipating an increase in foot traffic as COVID restrictions eased, the Exchange’s Retail Food team in Consumables, which runs a confection-and-snacks promotion every summer, looked for something special for 2021. “Our goal is to try to bring back a sense of normalcy and fun to our stores” said David Arens, Divisional Merchandise Manager, Retail Food.…

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Exchange Teams Help BXs, PXs Prepare for Hurricane Season

By Robert Philpot / June 3, 2021 /

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a more-active-than-usual hurricane season in 2021—and the Exchange is making sure BXs and PXs have everything they need to help their communities weather the storm.

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Store-to-Ship: Fort Buchanan Exchange Makes Ship-Side Delivery for USS Wichita

By Marisa Conner / May 24, 2021 /

When the USS Wichita docked in Puerto Rico on May 12, the Sailors were not allowed to disembark to go into town to shop because of COVID-19 protocols—but the Fort Buchanan Exchange brought the shopping to them.

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Exchange Heroes Recognized for Going Above and Beyond After Dallas Storm

By Julie Mitchell / May 17, 2021 /

Director/CEO Tom Shull is recognizing dozens of associates from IT, Real Estate, Merchandising and Human Resources for their around-the-clock heroic work after Winter Storm Uri severely damaged the Exchange’s headquarters in Dallas in February.

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Outdoor Living Seminar Blossoming Via LEX on Feb. 15

By Loyd Brumfield / February 11, 2021 /

The Exchange is sowing the seeds for success with its annual Outdoor Living seminar, which will be virtual on LEX starting Feb. 15. The Hardlines team is hoping sales bloom again this year—and the virtual seminar gives associates tips for cultivating product knowledge. This year, vendors will present prerecorded messages to share products and strategies…

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