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April 24, 2019
Pass and ID associate trades in badge for retirement
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Harvellia Thomas, known to her coworkers as Harvey, retires after 30 years of government service April 30. She started her civil service career at Ft. Knox as a recreation assistant with the MWR Fitness Center, then transferred to DSCC where she developed quite a following for her fitness classes.
Suspect letter table top exercise at DSCC
COLUMBUS, Ohio — DSCC Security and Emergency Services facilitated the fiscal year 2019 Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and High Yield Explosive Table Top Exercise in conjunction with April’s PrepareAthon on April 19.
April 23, 2019
DSCC recognized for Tree City USA designation
COLUMBUS, Ohio — DSCC and its Environmental Division was recognized for its efforts on creating a greener community and improving the installation’s urban forest April 18.
DSCC associates took steps against violence
COLUMBUS, Ohio — DSCC associates took an active approach in supporting Sexual Assault and Prevention and Response Month by participating in a 5K awareness run/walk event April 18.
April 18, 2019
Associates walk-a-lap for survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
COLUMBUS, Ohio — DSCC associates gathered to walk Mission Park in support of survivors of sexual assault during the annual Walk-a-Lap for a Survivor event April 17.
April 17, 2019
Earth Day comes to life for children at DSCC
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As Earth Day approaches, youth at MWR Child Development Center learn about reuse, reduce and recycle. The discussion focused on landfills and why it’s important to reduce the amount of refuse generated.
April 16, 2019
Mobile devices and OPSEC
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Mobile devices are being introduced into the Department of Defense at an astonishing rate. The Defense Logistics Agency defines mobile devices as a wireless-enabled portable device. These include but are not limited to iPhones, iPads and tablets.
April 12, 2019
Breakfast, key messages start associates day on right path
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The benefits of breakfast extend past starting the day off right for associates at DLA Land and Maritime as they received key messages on leadership from Chief of Staff Air Force Col. Janette Ketchum April 10.
April 11, 2019
Leadership Spotlight: Capt. David M. Lockney
COLUMBUS, Ohio — This edition of the “Mentoris Times” features an interview with Navy Capt. David M. Lockney. Lockney is the director of Maritime Customer Operations and has over 27 years of Naval Service and seven months experience in the federal government with the Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response hosts second annual Teal Tea
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Teal Tea was held as part of the monthly activities to raise awareness for Sexual Assault and Prevention Month.
April 8, 2019
Governor assesses Ohio’s importance to nation’s military defense strategy
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The DLA Land and Maritime Commander Navy Rear Adm. John Palmer hosted Joseph Zeis during an installation orientation visit April 1 at the Defense Supply Center Columbus. Zeis was recently appointed to Governor Mike DeWine’s staff as the aerospace and defense advisor.
Spring into action: MWR and Environmental team up to offer volunteer opportunities for associates
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime associates looking to take a more active, hands-on role in improving the environment are now able to make an impact on the installation. DLA Installation Operations at Columbus Welfare and Recreation Division and Environmental Division volunteer opportunities include the Butterfly Club, Bluebird Box Team and the CDC Garden Team.
April 5, 2019
Information fair kicked off April’s Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month at DSCC
COLUMBUS, Ohio — DLA Land and Maritime’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response office hosted an information fair during lunch in the Operation Center Café April 3. The fair provided information and resources available at DSCC and in the surrounding community for survivors of sexual assault and their advocates.
April 4, 2019
Seeds of hope planted at DSCC
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As part of raising awareness for Child Abuse Prevention, Defense Supply Center Columbus associates gathered at Hope Garden in Mission Park to place pinwheels and spread seeds around the garden April 1. April is the designated Child Abuse Prevention Month and blue is the color associated with the cause.
April 1, 2019
Small steps lead to lasting impact – MWR makes commitment to associates and the environment
COLUMBUS, Ohio — MWR rolled out their latest commitment to the workforce and environment - Eco Promises. Throughout the year, associates may notice changes within the various MWR retail operations. Some changes will take place behind the scenes. For associates looking to take a more active, hands-on role, there are volunteer options to assist the installation with its environmental commitment.