DLA News Archive

Dec. 12, 2018

2018 Command Open House Holiday Photos

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Pictures from the 2018 DLA Land and Maritime Open House holiday event in the Command Suite are now available.

Nov. 30, 2018

Veterans serving veterans, giving thanks across military generations

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Many Americans gathered with family and friends to give thanks last week; however, members of the DLA Land and Maritime family met with another family to give thanks this season – veterans. The 13-member group of active duty and retired service members led by the Joint Reserve Force supported the Columbus VA annual Thanksgiving feast for area veterans. The event was held at the American Legion Post 144 on South High Street Nov. 16.

Nov. 28, 2018

Commander hosts town hall, recognizes award winners

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Defense Logistics Agency’s Dynamic Operating Plan and observations from his first 100 days of command were the focus of Navy Rear Adm. John Palmer’s second town hall since taking the helm of DLA Land and Maritime.

Nov. 27, 2018

Family service, loss themes of 2018 Marine Corps birthday celebration at DSCC

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Marine Corps celebrated 243 years of service to the nation during a birthday celebration at the Defense Supply Center Columbus Nov. 7. “The U.S. Marine Corps has a long, proud history of service defending America’s liberties and ideals dating back to the foundation of our country,” said Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Deputy Commander Steve Alsup opening the program. “Through multiple conflicts, the valor and courage of the Corps has been battle-tested and proven.”

Nov. 5, 2018

Land and Maritime associates gain insight into agency functions and how their work impacts mission

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The purpose of the academy is to increase DLA Land and Maritime employees understanding of the organization’s mission and how it’s accomplished. The academy kicked-off with a high-level overview of the Defense Logistics Agency, narrowing focus down to Land and Maritime operations.

Oct. 31, 2018

DLA Land and Maritime’s Level III Mentoring program protégés support community outreach

COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime’s Level III Mentoring Program introduced its class of 2020 in January 2018. The protégés have been busy since then; working with their mentors, facilitating local events, attending leadership development activities, shadowing and mentoring others.

Oct. 30, 2018

Marine Corps birthday and veteran events happening Nov. 7

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Join DLA Land and Maritime as we celebrate the Marine Corps birthday and veteran events Nov. 7.

Oct. 26, 2018

MWR Trek-or-Trot 5K

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Associates across the Defense Supply Center Columbus participated in Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Halloween themed Trek-or-Trot 5k across the installation Oct. 25. Many got into the spirit of the season choosing to dress in costumes for the sixth run/walk event of the year. Best costumes award went to associates dressed as Forrest Gump and Pocahontas.

Oct. 25, 2018

People and Culture Directorate hosted a Brown Bag Luncheon on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime's People and Culture Directorate hosted a Brown Bag Luncheon on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) for DLA supervisors in Columbus and Land and Maritime's detachments on October 16, 2018.

Oct. 23, 2018

DLA Land and Maritime celebrates a quarter of a century of military service with Naval officer retirement

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Colleagues, family and friends joined together to honor Navy Capt. Brian Ginnane’s 25 years of military service during an Oct. 12 retirement ceremony at DSCC.