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#FlashbackFriday: 1962—The Exchange Plays a Supporting Role in a Key Civil-Rights Moment

By Robert Philpot / September 29, 2023 /

In September 1962, James Meredith, a 29-year-old Air Force Veteran, tried to become the first Black student to enroll at the University of Mississippi. After being barred twice from registering, he sought help from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People’s Legal Defense and Education Fund. He also received help from Attorney General…

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‘Each of You Is Passionate About Preserving Quality of Life,’ Shull Tells ALA  

By Julie Mitchell / September 28, 2023 /

For Army & Air Force Exchange Service Director/CEO Tom Shull, taking care of service member and families boils down to two words: Love them.

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Popular Korean-inspired Restaurant Opens Third Location in Kuwait

By Orisha Spence / September 27, 2023 /

Opening the Camp Arifjan location of Desert Diamond took more than four years because of the COVID pandemic. The perseverance of Exchange associates helped get it back on track.

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Hill BX Welcomes Smiley’s Kitchen Mediterranean Grill

By Travis Day / September 26, 2023 /

Smiley’s offers a variety of Mediterranean cuisine, including flatbreads, wraps, Greek salads, hummus and falafel.

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128 Years of Family Serving Family: I-Chen Chen, HR Systems

By Marcia Rhodes / September 26, 2023 /

“I work for the Exchange because I feel proud to serve our troops and their families. ‘Family serving family’ embodies a culture of support, camaraderie and shared values.”

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After 35 Years, Vice President of HR Support Jun King Prepares to Retire From the Exchange

By Robert Philpot / September 25, 2023 /

Jun King started at the Exchange as a part-time Burger King associate. She didn’t expect to stay with the Exchange as long as she did.

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ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / September 22, 2023 /

In case you missed it, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: Let’s Talk About the Elephants in Exchange History

By Robert Philpot / September 22, 2023 /

In honor of National Elephant Appreciation Day, here’s a brief look at some elephants that have played a role at the Exchange.

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JBER Bears Go Viral After Raiding Krispy Kreme Van and Chowing Down Outside Express

By Robert Philpot / September 21, 2023 /

A mother bear and one of her cubs have attracted national attention after they entered a Krispy Kreme van outside a Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Express and began scarfing doughnuts.

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Hill Runs on Dunkin’! New Location Brings More Convenience to Airmen

By Travis Day / September 20, 2023 /

Airmen at Hill Air Force Base now have easier access than ever to coffee, doughnuts and more.

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