DLA News Archive

July 7, 2020

DLA Disposition Services supports Kansas firefighters

BATTLE CREEK. Mich. — When Kansas firefighters respond to a call, many use equipment the state’s foresters acquired through the U.S. Forest Service and Defense Logistics Agency.

July 7, 2020

DLA Installation Management Richmond works to improve Parker Pond

Richmond, Va. — One of the advantages of working on Defense Supply Center Richmond is its location in an idyllic part of Virginia. The natural resources and outdoor beauty are perks, and among the more popular spots is Parker Pond.

July 6, 2020

Military leaders tour Okinawa fuel facilities

Military leaders and senior U.S. officials assigned in Japan learned more about Defense Logistics Agency Energy fueling capabilities, facilities and services on the island of Okinawa June 24.

July 6, 2020

DLA Distribution recognizes Lt. Cmdr. Crette Hendricks with Defense Meritorious Service Medal

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — For his service and conduct while stationed with Defense Logistics Agency Distribution in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, Navy Lt. Cmdr. Crette Hendricks was awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal June 12.

July 5, 2020

Virtual fitness challenge keeps patrons active

BATTLE CREEK, Michigan — Members of the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center workforce began an 8-week program July 1 to benefit their resiliency with some help from the Battle Creek Morale, Welfare and Recreation team.

July 2, 2020

#notjustApril

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program works all year long to promote awareness, provide training and conduct outreach to prevent sexual violence and to support those who have experienced it. Join us over the course of the next several months to promote awareness and show DLA’s support for survivors.

July 2, 2020

Troop Support workforce encouraged to wear teal on Tuesdays in July

DLA Troop Support — The DLA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program is launching an awareness and prevention campaign featuring events that would have been held during SAAPM, with a theme and hashtag of “Not Just April.” The events, which employees can participate in whether they are in the office or teleworking, start this month with Teal Tuesdays.

July 2, 2020

DLA Energy Americas welcomes Army Col. Heflin

Army Col. Raphael Heflin took command of Defense Logistics Agency Energy Americas from Acting Commander Jason Exum during a virtual ceremony in Houston, Texas, June 29.

July 2, 2020

Environmental specialist marks 50 years federal service

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Norfolk-based Environmental Protection Specialist and U.S. Navy veteran Edilberto Ramirez has served the nation for five decades.

July 2, 2020

DLA Distribution bids farewell to EEO director, presents award

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Former DLA Distribution EEO director awarded the Meritorious Civilian Service Award.