Exchange Opens First Food Truck in Poland, Bringing a Taste of Home

October 16, 2025

In a significant step toward enhancing Quality of Life at remote locations, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service celebrated the grand opening of its first food truck in Poland.

Photo of Exchange Assistant Inspector General Ashley K. Guerra, with American flagt in background.

IG Does Not Share Your Info Without Your Permission

October 16, 2025

At the Exchange IG office, every complaint is taken seriously and overseen with professionalism and care.

Photo of Jesse Tobar, Exchange Chief of Cybersecurity, with Cybersecurity Awareness Month graphic.

That Awkward Moment When Your Data Leaks…What’s Next?

October 15, 2025

First, don’t panic. Then, take these steps.

Vet for Life patch (Vet for Life on red white and blue shield) and "Salute to Service" over brown backgrund.

Reminder: Share How Military Service Shaped Your Exchange Journey

October 15, 2025

Associates who have served in the military are invited participate in an upcoming video series to showcase how their service prepared them for the work they do today.

Exchange Launches Virtual Wall of Honor to Celebrate Military-Connected Associates

October 14, 2025

To honor military-connected associates, the Exchange is creating a virtual Wall of Honor.

Telling the Exchange Story—In Pictures, in Words, in Person

October 14, 2025

SSgt. Gomez writes articles, press releases and communication plans for the Air Force and the Exchange His favorite part of the job is photography—which he didn’t get into until 2017.

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The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

October 10, 2025

This week in the Exchange Post, Director/CEO Tom Shull honors contact center teams for Customer Service Week; Chief Operating Officer/EVP Marla Randolph celebrates stellar associates in the latest OPERATION: Call Out; and Services and Food SVP Denise Hunter talks about what’s ahead for her team. Also, a Fort Gordon associate hits the 50-year mark; the…

Two Soldiers Carrying AAFES bags while leaving PX in austere brick building

#FlashbackFriday: 1992—The Beginning of the Balkans Mission

October 10, 2025

In October 1992, the 212th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) unit was alerted for deployment to Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, in support of Operation Provide Promise, a U.N. relief mission to aid refugees coming into the country from Bosnia-Herzegovina. Almost simultaneously, Exchange Europe received a request for support of the 300-member unit. Planning began immediately and…

Exchange Milestones graphic (drawing of flag planted on mountain).

Service Award Winners for September

October 9, 2025

The Exchange Post recognizes associates who have made it to the 1-year, 5-year-, 10-year and beyond marks in their Exchange careers. (Updated with August recipients.)

Fort Gordon logistics assistant Marjorie Purcell at her desk.

Fort Gordon Associate Celebrates 50 Years—And Then Some

October 9, 2025

Currently a logistics assistant, Marjorie Purcell has done a lot at the Fort Gordon PX. And her Exchange history dates to before 1975.

Map of Tropical Storm Debby's path, Aug. 6, 2004.

Eastern Region Exchanges Affected by Tropical Storm Debby, but No Damage Reported

August 6, 2024

The storm has led to temporary installation and Exchange closures in three states.

Troops in Romani line up for a screening of "Deadpool & Wolverine"

Exchange, The Walt Disney Company Screen Pre-release of Marvel Studios’ ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ for Troops in Romania, Lithuania

August 6, 2024

Deployed troops at two pivotal NATO military installations were treated to an exclusive preview of the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ahead of its U.S. release.

129 Years of Family Serving Family: Andrew Guerrero-Petty, JBER

August 5, 2024

“Growing up, I remember going to the Exchange, but it wasn’t until I got older that I realized, ‘Wow, we literally are everywhere.’”

ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

August 2, 2024

In case you missed it, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

#FlashbackFriday: 52 Years Ago, a ‘Gunfighter BX’ Fell—and Rose Again—in Vietnam

August 2, 2024

Fifty-two years ago this weekend, on Aug. 3, 1974, an enemy rocket attack destroyed an Exchange at Danang Air Base in Vietnam. Nicknamed the “Gunfighter BX,” it didn’t stay down for long.

Protecting Children’s Emotional Health: The Importance of Sleep as School Resumes

August 1, 2024

Children who do not get sufficient sleep may experience a range of emotional and behavioral problems, including, irritability and mood swings, difficulty concentrating and increased stress and anxiety. Parents play a crucial role in setting the tone for healthy sleep habits.