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REDSTONE ARSENAL \u2013 <\/strong>The Redstone Arsenal Exchange unveiled the newly renovated Goss Road Express<\/a>, bringing an updated and more convenient shopping experience.<\/p>\n

Originally built in 1996, the nearly 14,000-square-foot store debuted its first renovation March 13. The $2.1 million project, funded by the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, was completed in six months and features a new beverage cave, polished flooring and new restaurants for the Redstone community, including Chopz and Hunt Brothers Pizza.<\/p>\n

Col. Erin Eike, Redstone Arsenal garrison commander; Sgt. Maj. John Fritz, Redstone Arsenal command sergeant major; Antonio Porter Sr., Exchange South Central Region vice president; Sheldon Richburg, Exchange general manager; and Peggy Jensen, Exchange store manager; cut the ribbon on the updated store.<\/p>\n

\u201cRedstone Arsenal is committed to working collaboratively with the Exchange to support the evolving needs of our service members,\u201d Eike said. \u201cThis effort reflects the coordination across our installation to ensure our Nation\u2019s heroes have access to the resources they need to carry out their mission.\u201d<\/p>\n

Richburg echoed the spirit of collaboration.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday marks a new beginning as the Army & Air Force Exchange Service welcomes innovation and change to help us better serve our Nation\u2019s heroes and their families,\u201d Richburg said. \u201cThis celebration reflects the Exchange\u2019s enduring partnership with Redstone Arsenal and our shared commitment to serving those who serve.\u201d<\/p>\n

Attendees received gift bags and samples from Hunt Brothers Pizza, Chopz and various beverages from the Express.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis celebration is a result of teamwork,\u201d Porter said. \u201cThese upgrades allow Team Exchange to evolve to the needs of our nearly 76,000 military shoppers in the Huntsville area.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Express is located at Bldg. 3220, Acton Drive and is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 256-883-0367.<\/p>\n

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Social-media-friendly version: <\/strong>The Redstone Arsenal Exchange celebrated the grand reopening of the renovated Goss Road Express, bringing new dining choices and a fresh, new interior to the community. Learn more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-3bG<\/a><\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing\u00a0valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 51st-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $15 billion\u00a0in earnings that support the military community, including through contributions to critical military Quality-of-Life programs.\u00a0<\/strong>The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at\u00a0http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0follow us on X at\u00a0https:\/\/x.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a>.<\/u><\/p>\n

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For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Teonja Tatum, 214-312-6514 or tatumte@aafes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook: www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

X: https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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