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129 Years of Family Serving Family: Davina Thomas, Fort Bliss

By Robert Philpot / January 21, 2025 /

The Purple Heart Express shift manager, an Army Veteran and spouse, talks about her Native American heritage, the role the Express plays in boosting troop morale and more.

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The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / January 17, 2025 /

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: Before a National Holiday Was Declared, the Exchange Honored Martin Luther King Jr.

By Robert Philpot / January 17, 2025 /

Martin Luther King Jr. Day was declared in 1983 and first celebrated as a national holiday in 1986. Exchange associations were honoring him before that.

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Pentagon MCS, Myer Exchange Team Up for Quick Turnaround on Medal of Honor Recipient’s Uniform

By Robert Philpot / January 16, 2025 /

Pentagon Military Clothing Store Manager Karen Anderson and members of the Fort Myer Exchange team worked together to fit an Army Veteran receiving the Medal of Honor for heroic actions during the Vietnam War. Less than 24 hours after he came to the Myer PX, he had his new uniform.

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BRIDGE Invites Associates to Join Dallas Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Saturday

By Robert Philpot / January 15, 2025 /

This will be the first time the special emphasis program has participated in the parade, which begins at 10 a.m. Saturday in Dallas. If you can’t come, there are other ways to honor King.

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Hitting the Home Stretch: Q3 MILITARY STAR Challenge Cup Winners Announced

By Chris Ward / January 14, 2025 /

Quarterly winners in each region win $500 for a team event. The top store for all of FY2024 will receive a $1,000 prize and the coveted Challenge Cup. The leading region for the year will also be presented with a trophy.

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129 Years of Family Serving Family: Crystal Vowell, Fort Cavazos

By Zach Wright / January 13, 2025 /

“I like all the opportunities I have here,” says the services business technician, who is a Navy Veteran and a Military spouse.

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The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / January 10, 2025 /

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: 1969—The Exchange Supports the First ‘Reforger’ Exercise, Beginning a Decades-Long Tradition

By Robert Philpot / January 10, 2025 /

The “We Go Where You Go” spirit continued as Reforger became an annual exercise that lasted until 1993. Here are some photos of Exchange support through the years.

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Eagle River Quiltworks Brings Veteran-Owned Handcrafts and Comfort to Alaska Military Community

By Travis Day / January 8, 2025 /

An Air Force Veteran-owned sewing business has brought handmade products, comfort and activities to the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson community.

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