DLA News Archive

Jan. 28, 2022

Defense Supply Center Columbus welcomes new site director

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Kristine Freels is the new Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management – Columbus Site Director. Freels replaces Dan Bell who retired in December.

Jan. 7, 2022

National Guard reports for duty at Defense Supply Center Columbus to aid Ohio hospitals amid COVID surge

Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Commander Rear Adm. Kristen Fabry and Ohio National Guard Adjutant General Major General John C. Harris, Jr. accompanied Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and his wife, Fran, during a visit with members of the Ohio National Guard Jan. 6 at the Defense Supply Center Columbus. Guard members are reporting for duty to aid the state's hospitals during the current surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations.

Jan. 7, 2022

Former leader behind mine-resistant vehicles inducted into DLA Hall of Fame

FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Former Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Deputy Commander James McClaugherty has earned a place in the 2021 DLA Hall of Fame for overseeing increased material availability and inventory reduction.

Jan. 6, 2022

Installation Site Director retires, shares career lessons

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management – Columbus Site Director Dan Bell retired Dec. 30 after 20 years at the Defense Supply Center Columbus.

Oct. 3, 2019

DSCC Highlights National Preparedness Month Activities

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Security Operations Branch, Security & Emergency Services Division, DLA Installation Management Columbus planned and coordinated participation in numerous events and activities as part of National Preparedness Month during the month of September. The goal was to provide information to installation employees to make them better prepared for emergencies at home, at work and in the community.

May 1, 2018

Defense Supply Center Columbus: 100 Years of Warfighter Support

For 100 years, a small military post in central Ohio has played a major role supporting U.S. servicemen and women around the world.

Oct. 20, 2017

The Zombies Are Coming

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Join MWR at the Fitness Center for the Zombie Race 5K Run/Walk event Oct. 26 at 4:30 p.m. View the pre-event video as well as the event flyer in the posting.

Oct. 5, 2017

Info table promotes Domestic Violence Awareness Month

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A booth hosted by DSCC MWR office offered resources and information about Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Oct. 4 display inside the DLA Land and Maritime Operations Center also included a Standing Witness Exhibit that will appear throughout the installation during the month of October.

Aug. 28, 2017

Ohio Lt. Governor visits the Defense Supply Center Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Commander Navy Rear Adm. Michelle Skubic (right), greets The Honorable Mary Taylor, Lt. Gov. of Ohio, as she arrives for an orientation visit at the Defense Supply Center Columbus Aug. 25.

May 30, 2017

Factory tour shows how an Abrams comes to life

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A lot has changed at the Lima Army Tank Plant since the first combat vehicles rolled off its assembly line nearly 75 years ago. During World War II, the Ohio installation had more than 5,000 employees and processed tens of thousands of vehicles for overseas shipment.