We’ve Been Serving Heroes for 130 Years — Now, We Want to Hear Your Story!

May 12, 2025

Share a video of your favorite moment, memory or experience at the Exchange for a 130th anniversary social-media campaign.

Service Award Winners for April

May 12, 2025

In this new feature, the Exchange Post recognizes associates who have made it to the 1-year, 5-year-, 10-year and far beyond marks in their Exchange careers.

ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

May 9, 2025

This week in the Exchange Post, the Exchange introduces a new Associate Value Proposition to underscore its unwavering commitment to recruiting and retaining the very best of the best; the Exchange is recognized for its dedication to the military community; and Public Affairs Representatives win awards for helping spread the word about Exchange relevancy. Also:…

#Flashback Friday: The Legend of the ‘aafesburger’—and the Woman Who Created It

May 9, 2025

Read about 1983’s AAFES Worldwide Hamburger Cook-off and the woman who won it.

U.S. Air Force Col. David Gunter and Elizabeth A. Goodman-Bluhm, regional vice president of the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, prepare to cut the ribbon on the new Spa, flanked by wing and AAFES staff in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 3, 2025. With thousands of facilities worldwide, AAFES supports the warfighter and the AOR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Casey D. Mull)

Exchange Spa Grand Opening Enhances Quality of Life for Warfighters at the Tip of the Spear

May 8, 2025

The new spa is an important part of the Exchange’s effort to prioritize the well-being of military personnel by offering services that help boost morale.

Silvia Sasan head shot with Where Heroes Work text.

Where Heroes Work: Silvia Sasan, Office Assistant, Redstone Arsenal

May 7, 2025

The military spouse’s fondest memories come from the flexibility the Exchange offered when her children were young.

129 Years of Family Serving Family: Joyce Wynn, Fort Jackson

May 6, 2025

The 15-year associate and military spouse has worked in a variety of roles and received strong support from her teammates–including during one day when she went in to labor while at work.

Exchange Earns Military Friendly® Employer Designation for Commitment to Military Community

May 6, 2025

This marks the 16th year the Exchange has been honored in the nonprofit/government category.

<b>Sue Antonello,, visual merchandiser at Fort Novosel, was named Public Affairs Representative of the Year. At left is Fort Novosel Exchange General Manager Patricia Murauskas.</b>

Seven Associates Recognized with End-of-Year Public Affairs Awards

May 5, 2025

Each year, associates worldwide serve as volunteers for the Public Affairs Representatives (PAR) program, administered by the HQ Public Affairs team. This program encourages associates to share and monitor media coverage relevant to the Exchange through social and local media outlets respective to their installations.

The Associate Value Proposition: The Exchange’s Promise to You

May 5, 2025

The Exchange is introducing a new Associate Value Proposition to underscore the Exchange’s unwavering commitment to recruiting and retaining the very best of the best.

#FlashbackFriday: Serving up Some Exchange Burger History for National Hamburger Day

May 27, 2022

Saturday, May 28, is National Hamburger Day, which aside from making #FlashbackFriday crave a bacon-cheeseburger inspires this look at the history of the burger in general and at the Exchange. According to the National Today website, the hamburger’s history is somewhat murky. “No one is quite sure about the origins of the hamburger, other than…

Exchange Opens Bun-D Restaurant at Camp Foster

May 25, 2022

“This healthy new dining option shows how the Exchange continues to support our Marines on Okinawa with goods and services that help build their fitness and resolve.”

New Yarborough Express Brings Convenience to Fort Bragg Community

May 24, 2022

Soldiers and military families can fuel up, find healthy meal and snack options and more at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s new Yarborough Express, which celebrated its grand opening May 24.

Exchange Transforms Hard-Earned Benefit, Launches Aerie at Fort Hood and ShopMyExchange.com

May 23, 2022

Exchange leaders cut the ribbon on Aerie at the Fort Hood Exchange, the first PX to welcome the brand. The loungewear and lingerie line is offered at ShopMyExchange.com and will roll out to 30 PXs and BXs in 2022.

#FlashbackFriday: Mount St. Helens Erupts, Affecting Several Exchanges

May 20, 2022

Exchanges hundreds of miles away spent days cleaning up ash, and drivers had to navigate back roads at speeds as low as 5 mph because of the ashfall.

Exchange Supports Past, Present and Future Warfighters at Altus AFB ‘Legacy of the Spear’ Event

May 19, 2022

As Altus Air Force Base welcomed back its former commanders for its first “Legacy of the Spear” event, the Exchange was there to support the festivities and show off recent store upgrades to the returning VIPs.

Outgoing JBER GM Honored with Prestigious Air Force Meritorious Civilian Service Award

May 19, 2022

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson general manager CJ Morganfield was presented with the Air Force Meritorious Civilian Award for her work in serving the installation through the pandemic.

Words From the Director/CEO: Strategic Priorities for 2022

May 18, 2022

Read about the aggressive, yet achievable, goals to do even more for the communities we are privileged to serve.

‘The Great Place’ Gets Greater with Renovated Express

May 17, 2022

The Fort Hood Exchange is making The Great Place greater with its latest improvement: the renovation of the 1st Cavalry Express, including a new Hunt Brothers Pizza.

OPERATION: Call Out—Pacific Region

May 16, 2022

Thank you to all our team members for consistently going above and beyond every day to serve the “Best Customers in the World.” This month’s PAC region Call Outs have shown through their actions what is important is remembering to take care of the customer. These associates have gone above and beyond, taking on extra duties that benefit our customers. They took extra time to listen, respond, act and Solve for Yes! Thank you, James Medford, Nam, Ka-hyon and Manolita Olis Qazi, not only for your 30+ years of dedicated service, but for being a great example of what “Family Serving Family” truly means. Pacific Pride!