Western Region

Mobile Field Exchanges in High Demand as Installations Welcome Afghan Guests

By Robert Philpot / September 30, 2021 /

MFEs have long been critical to bringing the comforts of home to Warfighters deployed all over the world. And in recent months, these 53-foot stores on wheels have taken on even greater relevance to military missions.

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Kirtland Associates Promote Exchange, Receive Gratitude at National Guard Group’s Conference

By Robert Philpot / September 27, 2021 /

When a conflict prevented an HQ-based Exchange representative from attending a National Guard support group’s annual conference in Albuquerque, the Kirtland Air Force Base Exchange was called on to step in. It wound up being a mutually beneficial experience.

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Holloman Command Honors Main Store Manager Before Her Move From the Desert to Alaska

By Robert Philpot / September 22, 2021 /

Shortly before Joanne Alhambra left the Holloman Air Force Base in August for a new assignment at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska, she received an unexpected honor.

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Three Military Students Honored with $4,000 in Prizes in Exchange’s You Made the Grade Program

By Marisa Conner / August 25, 2021 /

Mateo Rojas, a rising 11th-grader, was named the grand-prize winner and received a $2,000 gift card from the Travis Air Force Base Exchange

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West Coast Distribution Center Celebrates 20 Years of Getting the Job Done

By Robert Philpot / August 12, 2021 /

The DC opened July 20, 2001, at the Sharpe Army Depot in Lathrop, Calif., 60 miles east of San Francisco. In July, the DC celebrated the anniversary with a luncheon for associates — more than 20% of whom were there at the beginning.

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Goodfellow Air Force Base Exchange Unveils $9.3 Million Upgrade

By Robert Philpot / August 5, 2021 /

The upgrade includes an expanded selection of BE FIT gear and electronics; a mall featuring tactical, barber and beauty shops; retail concessionaire kiosks; expanded food court seating with charging stations; and three quick-serve restaurants including the Dunkin’ Donuts, Subway and Sam’s Burritos.

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126 Years of Family Serving Family – Gloria Barros, Cannon Air Force Base

By Marisa Conner / August 3, 2021 /

Gloria Barros’ passion for her job is evident, and her 35 years of service with the Exchange has only increased her enthusiasm.

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Fort Carson Exchange Celebrates Freedom Fest With a Bang

By Robert Philpot / July 9, 2021 /

The Fort Carson team provided materials such as insect repellent, camping chairs, and energy drinks for Soldiers and their guests who came to the fest.

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125 Years of Family Serving Family – Mary Edu, West Coast Distribution Center

By Loyd Brumfield / July 8, 2021 /

The West Coast Distribution Center outbound manager has served the Exchange for 20 years—surrounded by her work family and her literal family.

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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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