July 14, 2014 Exchange Celebrates 119 Years With 5% MILITARY STAR Card Discount On July 25, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service marks a historic milestone, celebrating 119 years of serving Soldiers, Airmen and their families. On July 25, 1895, General Order No. 46 established the exchange on military installations, directing post commanders to set up an exchange at every
July 6, 2015 Exchange celebrates 120 years with scavenger hunt for $7,000 in prizes In honor of the 120th anniversary of the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, a sweet scavenger hunt will give military shoppers the chance to search the candy aisles of the Edwards AFB Exchange for clues to win $7,000 in prizes.July 3 through July 25, authorized shoppers can find the five missing
June 17, 2013 Exchange credit card fees impact entire military community Military shoppers patronizing their local Exchange probably don't give a second thought as to which credit card to use at checkout. What they may not be aware of, however, is that the use of bank-issued cards at the Exchange ultimately costs the military community millions annually. Last year alone,
Sept. 15, 2014 Exchange debuts Military-Brat approved toys in time for holiday shopping Just in time for the holiday shopping season, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is stocking its shelves with Military-Brat Approved toys, a kid-tested collection of the hottest dolls, actions figures, play sets and more. More than 150 Military-Brat Approved toys will be featured in special
Dec. 3, 2012 Exchange gift cards personalize care packages for every member of family According to a recent National Retail Federation survey, six in 10 shoppers polled said they'd like to receive gift cards this holiday season, the most in the survey's history. Whether in Afghanistan or Alaska, servicemembers also appreciate the value of a gift card during the holidays. Fortunately,
Nov. 21, 2014 Exchange gift cards personalize holiday care packages According to a recent National Retail Federation survey, gift cards will be the most requested gift this year with 62 percent preferring a gift card over any other item. For Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines, their gift card of choice is the one that can be redeemed at military exchanges from
May 28, 2013 Exchange greeting card services continue as assortment transitions From PSCing to retirements to promotions, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service understands the importance of celebrating life's milestones to the military community. With this is mind, the Exchange is working to provide seamless access to greeting card services as it transitions to a line of
Oct. 9, 2013 Exchange honors military retirees Edwards Top 3 hosted a card signing for local veterans during the "Still Serving" event at the Base Exchange Oct. 9. It was one in a series of events happening through Oct.10 to honor military retirees. Throughout the week, the Exchange is hosting giveaways and demonstrations from the Edwards Air
July 2, 2013 Exchange joins in 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative In recognition of the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's participation in the 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner Program, Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull received a certificate of proclamation and commemorative flag in a ceremony June 18 at Fort Belvoir.Lt. Gen. Raymond Mason, Army
Oct. 30, 2013 Exchange keeping 'Thanks' in Thanksgiving With a quarter of its work force comprised of military family members, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is a true example of family serving family. As such, the focus on Thanksgiving Day will be on family and shopping will have to wait until Friday. Customers will not have to wait long to start