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\"ADALLAS <\/strong>\u2013 As economic conditions fluctuate, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is helping service members and their families save<\/a> at a time when it matters most.<\/p>\n

Whether shopping at a PX, BX or at ShopMyExchange.com<\/a>, authorized military shoppers\u2014including retirees, disabled Veterans, and Department of Defense and Coast Guard civilians\u2014enjoy everyday tax-free shopping and military-exclusive pricing.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt matters where you shop,\u201d said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Osby, the Exchange\u2019s senior enlisted advisor. \u201cAt the gas station, BX, PX, food court and online, the Exchange ensures military shoppers get more for less when they use their hard-earned benefit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Exchange-exclusive brands offer the same quality and selection of national brands at a lower cost, further enhancing the savings found when shopping on a military installation. And MILITARY STAR\u00ae<\/sub> cardholders can take an additional 5 cents off per gallon and 10% off at Exchange restaurants while earning rewards points that add up to even more savings.<\/p>\n

The MILITARY STAR card offers a low APR; never charges any annual, late or over-limit fees; and features budgeting tools such as Pay Your Way Plans, which offer fixed monthly payments at reduced interest. The card is accepted at all military exchanges and commissaries, and new cardholders receive 10% off their first-day purchases.<\/p>\n

Honorably discharged Veterans can enjoy the same tax-free savings found at BXs and PXs at ShopMyExchange.com<\/a>. Online orders totaling $49 or more, or completed with a MILITARY STAR card, always receive free shipping.<\/p>\n

Service members, military families, retirees and Veterans who shop their Exchange save while giving back to the military community. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, the Exchange benefit has provided $3.4 billion in earnings to critical on-installation Quality-of-Life programs.<\/p>\n

Social media-friendly version: <\/strong>Whether shopping at a PX, BX or at ShopMyExchange.com, military families can count on the Army & Air Force Exchange Service to help them save. Read more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-23W<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 54th<\/sup>-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.4 billion in earnings for critical military Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Media Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Conner Hammett, 214-312-2714 or hammettc@aafes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Twitter:\u00a0 https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

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