The Week That Was in the Exchange Post
ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.
Read More#FlashbackFriday: The Korean War Begins, and the Exchange is There
The Korean War began 75 years ago this week. The Exchange responded quickly, supporting troops in South Korea and Stateside. Check out some historical photos.
Read MoreNew Card Puts ‘Focus’ on Receiving Pay More Easily
The Focus Card is a Visa prepaid debit card that is available to all U.S. dollar-paid associates. Instead of receiving a paper check, associates with the card will have their pay loaded onto the card.
Read MoreFour Vendors Named Exchange Supplier of the Year for 2024
“Our suppliers of the year stand out for bringing the best tastes of home to those who serve and have served,” said Danielle Pelland, Consumables vice president.
Read More5 Express Stores Honored For Impulse Item Sales
Throughout fiscal 2024, Express stores worldwide competed in monthly competitions focused on impulse items. Here are the overall winners for the year.
Read MoreDay or Night, the Express Keeps the Benefit Relevant
Through its Express stores, the Exchange keeps its “We Go Where You Go” promise, bringing a taste of home no matter the hour.
Read MoreNellis First in the Air Force to Approve Food Trucks in Munitions Areas
After months of coordination between the Exchange, 57th Wing leadership, weapons safety experts and legal advisors, Nellis became the first base in the Department of the Air Force to formally authorize food trucks to operate within explosive hazard zones—improving the quality of life for hundreds of Airmen on the east side of the installation.
Read MoreThe Week That Was in the Exchange Post
ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.
Read More#FlashbackFriday: A Volcano and the Philippines Exchange’s Last Days
In June 1991, Mount Pinatubo erupted, causing heavy damage at nearby Clark Air Base. It was the second-largest eruption of the 20th century.
Read MoreFort Eisenhower Troop Store Marks 1st Birthday With Hot-Dog Contest
Shift Manager Yvonne Jones designed the contest to build morale between drill sergeants and AIT Soldiers.
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Concessionaire Partners with Installation to Bring Pandemic-Specific Training to Fort Hood Barber Shops
“I wanted them be comfortable, but at the same time know these guidelines are imperative to keeping your customers safe.”
Read MoreCOVID-19 Heroes: Dispatch from Central Region
As the COVID-19 pandemic enters its third month, Central Region Exchanges continue to maintain mission-essential support for Soldiers, Airmen and their families. At the 44 Army, Air Force, National Guard and Reserve installations the region serves, Exchanges are delivering safe, sanitized and secure shopping. Face masks, disinfectant and clear acrylic barriers between cashiers and customers…
Read MoreCommand Recognizes Managers at JBSA-Randolph, Lackland for Mission-Essential Support During COVID-19 Pandemic
Joint Base San Antonio Commander Brig. Gen Laura Lenderman thanked the Exchange for providing outstanding essential support during the COVID-19 pandemic May 19 at the JSBA-Randolph Exchange. Col. Jeffrey Carter, 502nd Security Forces Group Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Fleming, 502nd Security Forces Group Command Chief, joined Lenderman in presenting certificates of appreciation to…
Read MoreExchange’s Europe Water Plants Continue Home Deliveries throughout Pandemic
While much of Europe remains under stay-at-home orders, the Exchange’s water plants in Europe continue to deliver bottled water to military shoppers.
Read MoreExchanges Find Way to Continue Serving Retirees Despite Access Restrictions
When access to Nellis Air Force Base was restricted to all but mission-essential personnel amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Las Vegas-area retirees found that even a routine trip to the Exchange was suddenly out of the question.
Read MoreAviano Exchange Continues to Serve Airmen, Families During COVID-19 Pandemic
When the Italian government imposed a nationwide shutdown on March 9, Aviano Air Base followed suit—and with the restrictions prompting the closure of Exchange restaurants, dining options were limited for the Airmen who were now unable to leave the base.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Heroes: Alterations Stores Pivot to Making Face Coverings
Exchange alteration shops have found a creative way to help during the pandemic while adhering to physical distancing restrictions. About 40 alteration shops worldwide are making face coverings in response to the Department of Defense guidance requiring the use of them on installations.
Read MoreGrieving Spouse: Little Rock MCS Manager Said Yes When ‘So Many People Were Saying No’
Military Clothing Store Manager Lari Sasser spent more than an hour with customer Rani Hall, ensuring her husband would be relieved of duty in his Army Service Uniform, complete with the medals and ribbons he earned in service of his country.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Heroes: Fort Polk Pizza Hut Delivers Smiles
When options for finding hot meals were limited for personnel at Bayne Jones Army Community Hospital because of COVID-19 concerns, the Exchange’s Pizza Hut came through with deliveries.
Read MoreFort Hood Soldiers, Families Can Order Meals Online from Exchange Food Court
The Fort Hood Exchange is testing an online ordering system for several of its restaurants.
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