DLA News Archive

May 14, 2020

Interconnection Equipment Contracts produce early savings

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Interconnection Equipment Contracts awarded in late 2019 are already paying off for Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime customers.

May 8, 2020

Combined Federal Campaign reopens in response to coronavirus

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Federal workers have another opportunity to donate to the Combined Federal Campaign beginning today – this time in support of charities working overtime in the coronavirus pandemic fight. The U.S. Office of Personnel Management approved a special COVID-19 solicitation period running through June 30.

May 1, 2020

Fitness Center offers free online options for staying in shape during social distancing

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Federal Community may no longer be able to attend in-person fitness classes at the Defense Supply Center Columbus Fitness Center but they still have a variety of virtual options for staying in shape to choose from thanks to the center’s fitness experts. When fitness centers across Ohio closed in late March to comply with the coronavirus pandemic’s social distancing requirements, the installation’s Fitness Center quickly responded by adding free virtual workout options, On-Demand videos and Workout of the Day plans.

May 1, 2020

Land and Maritime receives, distributes 1,500 cloth face masks to inhibit virus spread

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime received a shipment of approximately 1,500 cloth masks April 23 that are being issued to first responders and other essential members of the workforce as an additional protective measure against the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

April 28, 2020

DLA Strategic Goals Award winners from Land and Maritime announced for 1st Quarter

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Several Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime associates were recognized with the DLA Director's Strategic Goals Award for the 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year 2020. The award recognizes the measurable contributions made by teams, or individuals, toward achieving the goals set forth in the DLA Strategic Plan.

April 27, 2020

Commentary: Comforting items, retreat spaces can be therapeutic in difficult times

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In this week’s blog, DLA Land and Maritime’s Employee Assistance Program Manager Drew Henderson offers recommendation for maintaining good mental health as a family.

April 21, 2020

DLA Land and Maritime supports COVID-19 efforts

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the Department of Defense increases its support to the nation’s COVID-19 virus pandemic, organizations within DOD ranks are coordinating their efforts to press the fight against the virus’ spread. The Defense Logistics Agency’s logistics support capabilities are demonstrating a growing response capacity as the Agency provides an expanding range of assistance through its worldwide supply chain operations.

April 21, 2020

DSCC marks 50th anniversary of Earth Day

COLUMBUS, Ohio — April 22 is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! Nearly fifty years ago, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency was created and it’s important to note Ohio’s major part in this turning point in United States history.

April 16, 2020

Base Child Development Center staff bring virtual story time to DOD families

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Child Development Center at the Defense Supply Center Columbus serves the children of hundreds of military service members and Department of Defense employees. With many families working from home and adhering to social distancing guidelines, the center's child care staff found a creative way to keep in touch with children by creating virtual story time videos.

April 15, 2020

Commentary: Managing change both personally and professionally in a virtual workplace

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a new commentary, Change Management Specialist Notasha Fant offers tips and resources to help employees navigate the virtual workplace.