DLA News Archive

Jan. 12, 2024

DSCC celebrates life, legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Jan. 15. In honor of Dr. King’s fight for freedom, justice and equality and his allegiant service to mankind, the Defense Federal Community gathered to celebrate his life and legacy during a special program Jan. 10 at the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Operations Center.

Jan. 10, 2024

DLA Land and Maritime supports local community

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime team has been continuing their efforts to support the community. A group stepped away from the workplace to volunteer with the Salvation Army of Central Ohio’s Christmas Cheer assistance program Dec. 20.

Dec. 20, 2023

DLA Land and Maritime leaders spread holiday cheer

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime leadership team welcomed hundreds of associates to the DLA Land and Maritime Operations Center command suite for a Holiday Open House Dec. 13.

Dec. 14, 2023

DSCC community celebrates retiring deputy site director

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime celebrated the career of DLA Installation Management – Columbus Deputy Site Director Mike Wood in a retirement ceremony Dec. 7 at Defense Supply Center Columbus.

Dec. 7, 2023

DLA Land and Maritime Sailor heads to Officer Candidate School

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime celebrated Logistics Specialist 1st Class Chelsea Spicer on her recent acceptance to Navy Officer Candidate School Nov. 29. She will report to OCS at Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island in January to complete the 13-week course for commission as a supply corps officer.

Nov. 30, 2023

Civilian Deployers: Father, son ‘home’ for the holidays on Djibouti deployment

COLUMBUS, Ohio — While more than 7,000 miles away, and just in time for the holidays, DLA Land and Maritime’s Robert Cline feels as close to home as ever. The DLA Support Team – East Africa deputy commander is serving alongside his son, Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Zachary Cline, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa.

Nov. 28, 2023

National American Indian Heritage Month Spotlight: Shawn Cody

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime recognizes National American Indian Heritage Month each November. This is our second employee spotlight, honoring Native Americans’ enduring contributions to the agency’s global mission of logistics support to America’s warfighters.

Nov. 24, 2023

National American Indian Heritage Month Spotlight: Patricia Hampton

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime recognizes National American Indian Heritage Month each November. We are highlighting employees of American Indian heritage throughout the month.

Nov. 21, 2023

Civilian Deployers: Globe-trotting logistician teaches DLA deployers essentials of combat logistics

COLUMBUS, Ohio — With 26 years of military experience and several civilian deployments, DLA Supply/Logistics Instructor Gary “Shep” Shepherd is committed to sharing his vast knowledge and experience with others.

Nov. 17, 2023

DSCC Town Hall: Installation preps for increased presence in 2024

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Supply Center Columbus senior leaders provided updates on base services and workplace preparedness Nov. 15 during an installation-wide town hall at the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Operations Center.