DLA News Archive

Sept. 28, 2018

Troop Support retirees honored for 68 years of combined service

PHILADELPHIA — Two DLA Troop Support employees were recognized for their 68 years of combined service during a retirement ceremony Sept. 26 in Philadelphia. Anita Parker,Procurement Process Support, and Philip DiBabbo, Medical supply chain, both retired with 34 years of service.

Sept. 26, 2018

Honoring Kate Stevens: driving force behind the modern day EDC

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Lucy “Kate” Stevens, the first director of the Eastern Distribution Center and civilian executive assistant to commander of the then New Cumberland Army Depot, passed away Sept. 16, 2018 near her home town of Pell City, Alabama.

Sept. 21, 2018

DLA celebrates the Air Force’s 71st birthday!

Richmond, Va. — Airmen and Defense Logistics Agency Aviation employees celebrated the Air Force’s 71st birthday Sept. 18, with a ceremony at Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia. Air Force Commander Col. Terrence Kilgore, 345th Training Squadron, Fort Lee, Virginia, was the guest speaker. In his speech, he highlighted the Air Force’s 71st birthday theme: “American Airman … Wingman, Leader, Warrior.” He called the theme befitting for a service that encompasses all three character traits.

Sept. 13, 2018

Air Force marks 71st birthday with themes of trust, commitment

Flying blades, a brass band and remarks from a three-star Air Force deputy chief of staff marked the 71st birthday of the Air Force at the McNamara Headquarters Complex Sept. 12.

Sept. 7, 2018

CON 090 “Boot Camp” boosts new acquisition pros’ knowledge, confidence

PHILADELPHIA — Employees entering the acquisition workforce at DLA Troop Support can now better prepare for the rigors of training required to become certified in their field through the “CON 090 Boot Camp.” With a focus on employee development, the boot camp helps new hires to overcome the pressures of the 30-day resident Defense Acquisition University “Federal Acquisition Regulation Fundamentals” course.

Sept. 5, 2018

Distribution deputy counsel retires after 39 years of service

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — “One of the most experienced and knowledgeable personnel, not just within Distribution, but across DLA” is how DLA Distribution deputy commander Twila Gonzales, Senior Executive Service, described deputy chief counsel John Fritz at his August 21 retirement ceremony celebrating his 39 years of service to the federal government.

Aug. 31, 2018

Physical Security is more than gates and guards

Richmond, Va — Federal employees as well as contracted employees are an important part of the Defense Supply Center Richmond, Virginia, physical security systems, which starts with an access control plan.

Aug. 22, 2018

Susquehanna installation hosts 2018 Centennial Summerfest featuring Golden Knights, Chicago Honey Bear Dancers

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — On August 15, the Defense Distribution Center, Susquehanna installation hosted its Centennial Summerfest and Organizational Day celebration for employees, families and friends of the installation.

Aug. 22, 2018

DLA volunteer efforts to account for real property in full swing

Richmond, Va. — A major volunteer effort has been underway to assess and account for as many as 18,000 real property assets across 550 sites, and Defense Logistics Agency Aviation personnel are playing a crucial role in the process. The first site visits began in May 2018 and are expected to end Sept. 15. The remaining months of 2018 will be used by DLA headquarters to validate the results.

Aug. 15, 2018

Loud and Clear

Richmond, Va. — Growing up a deaf woman in a hearing society is not without its challenges, but Patricia “Trix” Bruce has risen to those challenges and overcome them with aplomb. She has since made it her mission to help educate the hearing community and deaf interpreters about the most productive and rewarding ways to communicate and engage with deaf people.