DLA News Archive

Dec. 5, 2023

PaCE Spotlight: McKenzie Brinkerhoff

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — McKenzie is a member of PaCE Group 44. I would describe the program as an amazing entry-level gateway opportunity for those interested in a career with the Federal Government. The learning opportunities are beneficial for gaining leadership skills, a selection of career choices, and building promising working relationships that benefit your future with this agency.

Nov. 8, 2023

Honoring Veterans: Past and Present

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — In this year's Veterans Day program video, we bring you a heartfelt message from the DLA Disposition Service Director and hear from several veterans within DLA organizations at HDIFC. With nearly 60% of our workforce having a background in military service, our agency stands as a testament to the enduring values of duty, honor, and sacrifice.

Dec. 28, 2022

Another strong year for Disposition Services Command Support team

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services command team has completed another year of supporting the organization’s directorates and strong partnerships. The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response, Equal Employment Opportunity and Public Affairs offices provide their expertise to the workforce to enhance the work environment by offering crucial training and support, as well as creating a voice for the agency through strategic communication efforts.

Nov. 18, 2021

Disposition Services Command Support Office thrives in 2021

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Command Support Office faced challenges in 2021 that required some out of the box thinking by programs and employees.

Nov. 10, 2021

DLA Disposition Services honors veterans with virtual program

BATTLE CREEK, Michigan — This year’s Veterans Day Program is virtual and features keynote speaker Zaneta Adams, director of Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. Both a veteran and military spouse, Adams has dedicated her work to assisting Michigan’s 567,000 veterans.

Oct. 26, 2020

A moment in time: 100 years ago

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Dr. John Harvey Kellogg gathered the Battle Creek Sanitarium staff for a photograph a century ago on October 26, 1920.

Nov. 6, 2019

Veterans Day program focuses on building history, suicide prevention

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center’s Veterans Day program took place today with James Doelling, director of the Battle Creek, Michigan V.A. Medical Center serving as guest speaker. Doelling’s presentation in part focused on preventing veteran suicide. “It’s preventable by you,” he said while pointing to members of the audience. “Reach out to someone who looks like they are having a rough time,” he said.

Nov. 6, 2019

Marines celebrate 244th birthday in Battle Creek

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — They may work for different parts of the Defense Logistics Agency now, but most of the attendees at the Nov. 5 ceremony in the Hart-Dole-Inouye Federal Center’s Palm Garden Room all shared the same title – Marine. They assembled to celebrate the Marine Corps 244th birthday with a cake and the usual traditions.