ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

July 18, 2025

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: Evolution of the Exchange—Post Traders and Canteens

July 18, 2025

After abolishing the sutler system in 1866, Congress authorized the establishment of post traders in 1867. Also in the late 19th century, officers at installations without post traders started social clubs called canteens. Both were precursors of the Exchange.

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JBLM Unveils $2.8 Million Upgrade to North Express

July 17, 2025

The upgraded Express features nearly 9,020 square feet of interior shopping space as well as Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s first Chopz restaurant, its second Hot Stuff Kitchen, third Hunt Brothers Pizza and more.

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130 Years of Family Serving Family: Robert Chavis, Vilseck Rose Barracks

July 17, 2025

Not only is the Rose Barracks food court manager and 29-year associate a proud Army Veteran, but his commitment to service has never wavered since he hung up his uniform.

Misawa AB Cuts Ribbon on Hunt Brothers Pizza

July 16, 2025

Airmen and families at Misawa have a new place to grab a slice of home.

130 Years of Family Serving Family: Clifton Keen, Fort Rucker

July 15, 2025

The Triangle Express shift manager served 26½ years in the Army—and has served those who serve for 20 years at the Exchange.

Exchange Rises to 51st-Largest Retailer in U.S.

July 15, 2025

This is a notch above last year’s ranking, and it could not have happened without your dedication to serving those who serve and have served.

Connection With Customers Defines Fort Lee Associate’s 45 Years of Service

July 14, 2025

““When [customers] come into the store, they say, ‘Ms. Sau, I missed you. You make my day,'” says Sau Campbell, a Fort Lee Express customer experience associate who has spent most of her career at Fort Lee. “It makes me feel good hearing them say that.”

The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

July 11, 2025

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

#FlashbackFriday: The Evolution of the Exchange—Sutlers

July 11, 2025

On July 25, the Exchange will celebrate its 130th anniversary. But the seeds for what became the Exchange were sown more than 100 years before 1895.

Installation Renamings: The Story of Chief Warrant Officer 4 Michael Novosel

April 13, 2023

After operating for more than 80 years under its old name, Fort Rucker is now officially Fort Novosel. The Alabama Army post’s new moniker is in honor of Chief Warrant Officer 4 Michael Novosel, who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service during the Vietnam War.