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Sergeant Major of the Army gets firsthand look at the Exchange

By Sgt. 1st Class Tim Meyer / September 24, 2019 /

DALLAS – Sergeant Major of the Army Michael A. Grinston visited the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s headquarters Sept. 23 to learn about how the Department of Defense’s largest retailer supports Soldiers, Airmen and their families around the world. “When you join the Army, it’s like joining a family,” Grinston said. “The services the…

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These Soldiers Have Game—and They’re Going to TwitchCon 2019

By Marisa Conner / September 24, 2019 /

DALLAS – Soldiers will put their gaming skills on center stage for the world to see at TwitchCon 2019 on Sept. 27 thanks to a partnership among the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, Army Entertainment, Installation Management Command (IMCOM) Family and MWR Program, and the Army National Guard. “The Exchange is proud to support…

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Exchange Driver, an Army Veteran, Named 2019 National Private Truck Council All-Star

By Marisa Conner / September 16, 2019 /

DALLAS – Edward R. Carley III, a driver for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s West Coast Distribution Center, has been selected as a 2019 National Private Truck Council (NPTC) National Driver All-Star. The annual award recognizes private fleet drivers who exhibit an exceptional commitment to safety, compliance and customer service. The nomination process…

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From the Fayetteville Observer: Fort Bragg entertainment center in design phase

By Marisa Conner / September 16, 2019 /

Construction of a new shopping center at Fort Bragg could break ground by spring 2020 if everything goes according to plans, officials said. “The project is in design, and that phase should be completed toward the end of 2019,” said Julie Mitchell, a spokeswoman for the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, which is planning…

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Exchange Raises Awareness for Army Emergency Relief at a Military Tribute at the Greenbrier

By Marisa Conner / September 12, 2019 /

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is spreading the word about its dedication to troops worldwide and its commitment to supporting Army Emergency Relief during A Military Tribute at the Greenbrier, the first stop of the 2019-2020 PGA Tour. A 53-foot mobile field Exchange (MFE) onsite at the tournament…

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Army & Air Force Exchange Service Hires 40,000th Military Spouse/Veteran

By Marisa Conner / September 12, 2019 /

DALLAS – The Department of Defense’s largest retailer continues to advance in its goal to hire 50,000 military spouses and Veterans by 2020. The Army & Air Force Exchange Service, which operates more than 4,000 retail stores and restaurants on military installations, specifically recruits members of the military family to help fulfill its mission of…

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Exchange Ensures Safety of School Meals Amid Typhoon Damage to Warehouse

By Julie Mitchell / September 12, 2019 /

CAMP MARKET, SOUTH KOREA – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is all in to ensure the safety of food provided to school children at Department of Defense Education Activity schools and to diners at Exchange restaurants. Typhoon Lingling damaged the Exchange’s Korea Distribution Center, including freezers used for the DODEA school meal program…

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Exchange Celebrates 72nd Air Force Birthday with Special Offers Sept. 18

By Marisa Conner / September 10, 2019 /

DALLAS – The U.S. Air Force will mark its 72nd birthday on Sept. 18, and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is celebrating with special offers for military shoppers. Airmen, Soldiers and military families can enjoy these savings on Sept 18: 10 cents off every gallon of gas with their MILITARY STAR® card at…

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Military Shoppers Can Support Army, Air Force Relief Programs at the Exchange

By Marisa Conner / September 9, 2019 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is giving shoppers another chance to support Airmen and Soldiers in need during its second Give and Get Back donation period of the year. Sept. 13 to 17, Exchange shoppers can donate to either Army Emergency Relief (AER) or the Air Force Assistance Fund (AFAF) at…

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No Disruptions to School Meals Anticipated after Typhoon Lingling

By Julie Mitchell / September 8, 2019 /

CAMP MARKET, SOUTH KOREA – An Army & Air Force Exchange Service distribution center at Camp Market suffered extensive damage Saturday from Typhoon Lingling, but no disruptions to meals for Department of Defense Education Activity schools are anticipated. A freezer dedicated to the DODEA school meal program and national restaurants including Burger King, Subway and…

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