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DALLAS \u2013 <\/strong>The holidays evoke fond memories of family gatherings, delicious food and fun. Those memories could be worth $1,000 in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s latest contest.<\/p>\n Through Dec. 25, authorized shoppers 18 years old or older can submit an essay of 300 words or less about one of their favorite holiday memories. The winning entry will receive a $1,000 Exchange gift card with second and third place receiving $500 and $300 gift cards, respectively.<\/p>\n \u201cFrom the Soldier being reunited with his family after a deployment to the Airman being promoted in front of his family, there\u2019s no doubt we\u2019re going to receive many heartwarming stories,\u201d said Retired Army Col. Thomas Ockenfels, the Exchange\u2019s Director of Staff.<\/p>\n Essays can be sent to sweepstakes@aafes.com<\/a> with \u201cStorybook Essay\u201d in the subject line and will be judged on creativity and the ability to inspire. Winners will be notified no later than February 13, 2017.<\/p>\n Complete rules and details can be found at shopmyexchange.com\/sweepstakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n — 30 —<\/p>\n The Army & Air Force Exchange Service goes where Soldiers, Airmen and their families go to improve the quality of their lives through goods and services provided. Exchange earnings provide dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs. The Exchange is part of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors, responsible to the Secretaries of the Army and Air Force through the Chiefs of Staff.\u00a0 To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our Web site at http:\/\/www.aafes.com\/about-exchange\/public-affairs\/press-releases.htm<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n ###<\/p>\n\t