Orisha Spence

Dunkin’ Opens at Hohenfels, Bringing a Long-Awaited Coffee Shop to the Community

By Orisha Spence / July 13, 2023 /

“I am truly thrilled to have Dunkin’ here in Hohenfels,” said Staff Sgt. Jonathan Lujan of the 1-4 Infantry Regiment. “We have been wanting a coffee spot for so long and now you guys are bringing my favorite, Dunkin’! Thank you so much!”

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With Nearly 60 Years of Service, KMCC Associate ‘Brightens Up a Room’

By Orisha Spence / July 6, 2023 /

During her 59 years at the Exchange, Kaiserslautern Military Community Center Human Resources assistant Antje Zirkel, the Exchange’s longest-serving associate, has seen a lot of history—including the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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Aviano Associate Earns Hero Award for Life-Saving Actions

By Orisha Spence / June 27, 2023 /

Stockroom Manager Aaron Stone’s quick thinking and first-aid training helped a longtime teammate during a life-threatening situation.

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127 Years of Family Serving Family: Neal Smart, Lakenheath

By Orisha Spence / June 26, 2023 /

“I took a job with the Exchange to get back into the community I knew. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made.”

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Kosovo-based GM: ‘My Family Is An Exchange Family’ (Including Father, Siblings and Daughters)

By Orisha Spence / June 21, 2023 /

Vicenza native Gino Rakas was inspired by his family to work for the Exchange … and in turn, he inspired his children to work for the organization.

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Exchange Rodeo Provides Essentials for 101st Airborne Soldiers in Romania

By Orisha Spence / June 13, 2023 /

101st Airborne Soldiers were ecstatic when they learned that the Exchange was coming to Smardan, Romania, in early May to provide drinks, snacks toiletries and other essentials.

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Grafenwoehr Exchange Finds Creative Solution to Support Ukrainian Troops

By Orisha Spence / May 25, 2023 /

Strict regulations and German customs laws made traditional Exchange support unavailable for incoming Ukrainian forces. The Grafenwoehr Exchange team, however, stepped up to to make sure the Ukrainian soldiers have access to what they need.

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‘I want to support and do what I can for the service members within the region’

By Orisha Spence / March 29, 2023 /

Sgt. Maj. Urquhart serves as the key liaison between Exchange leadership and the local commands and Exchange shoppers in his region.

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127 Years of Family Serving Family: Ashlee Destajo, KMCC Exchange 

By Orisha Spence / March 13, 2023 /

“I grew up in the military, married into the military and now proudly support the military.” 

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Oldest NCO Academy Honors Grafenwoehr GM

By Orisha Spence / March 1, 2023 /

Command Sgt. Maj. James Holmes, commandant, 7th Army NCO Academy, presented Grafenwoehr GM Brian Smith with a special plaque for the Exchange’s outstanding service and support for academy trainees.

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