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On Dec. 13, 1636, the Massachusetts Colony created an organized militia that would eventually become today’s National Guard. “We want our customers in the Guard to know we celebrate them every day by delivering the commissary benefit they’ve earned,” said Marine Corps Sgt.Maj. Michael R. Saucedo. “We also want them to be aware that if they’re not shopping their commissary, then they are missing out on overall savings of at least 25 percent compared to prices at ‘outside the gate’ grocery stores – that means you save $50 on a $200 grocery bill!”
Mention PB&J to an American soldier, and many can recall making that “perfect” peanut butter and jelly sandwich to hit the spot when their stomach needed a quick, tasty snack. No one knows who invented the PB&J, but for U.S. service members that sandwich goes back to at least World War I when enterprising troops combined elements of their rations to create a culinary masterpiece.
The Defense Commissary Agency’s (DeCA) Sales Flyer for Dec. 5-18, offers customers even greater ways to save on fresh produce, meat and holiday treats as they prepare for their festive gatherings.
The Defense Commissary Agency is initiating an internal recall of Tums Ultra Peppermint Antacid Tablets because some of the products may contain foreign contaminants, according to a recall notice from the Defense Commissary Agency’s food safety office sent Dec. 5.
Holiday shopping can take quite a bit of time. However, by thinking outside the grocery bag and using your commissary benefit you can pick up some holiday gifts right from your local store.
Patrons using Commissary CLICK2GO, the Defense Commissary Agency’s online shopping and curbside pickup service, can now use the MILITARY STAR card to purchase their groceries through the website.
The Defense Commissary Agency’s (DeCA) Sales Flyer for Nov. 21 – Dec. 4, offers customers even greater ways to save as they prepare for their holiday meals. Breaking news: Patrons can now download a mobile app to access the Defense Commissary Agency’s website programs such as Commissary CLICK2GO online payment and curbside pickup, digital coupons, the sales flyer, dietitian-approved recipes and much more.
A construction contract for upgrade of the commissary at Marine Corps Hawaii Base Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, was awarded Sept. 28 to Nelson Refrigeration Inc. The renovation of the commissary, built in 1993, will increase the store’s operational efficiency and enhance the customers’ overall shopping experience.
Just in time for the holidays, commissary customers worldwide are now seeing new lower prices on popular items across store inventories to help them achieve at least 25 percent savings compared to off-post grocers.
Customers can now download a mobile app to access the Defense Commissary Agency’s (DeCA) website programs such as Commissary CLICK2GO online payment and curbside pickup, digital coupons, the sales flyer, dietitian-approved recipes and much more.
Military commissaries will operate under a holiday schedule beginning the week of Thanksgiving and continuing through New Year’s Day, the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) announced. “We encourage our military community members to check their stores’ schedules, plan their shopping trips on the installation for both commissaries and exchanges, and use their shopping benefit to save money over the holidays,” said Robert J. Bunch, executive director of DeCA’s Store Operations Group.
The Defense Commissary Agency’s (DeCA) Sales Flyer for Nov. 7 - 20, offers customers even greater ways to save. Customized sales flyers are available just in time for Veterans Day, Nov. 11, for overseas military families in the European and Pacific regions by accessing the link and selecting the region of their choice. In this edition, DeCA is promoting significant savings to customers for their holiday feasts with great deals on whole frozen turkeys for just $.68/lb. on select brands through Dec. 31.
On Nov. 10, the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) salutes the U.S. Marines on the 247th anniversary of their establishment by the Continental Congress in 1775. Throughout its history, the commissary benefit has gained the admiration and gratitude of Marines and their families, said Marine Sgt. Maj. Michael R. Saucedo, senior enlisted advisor to the DeCA director.
The Nestlé USA is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of their Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® due to the potential presence of soft plastic film in the product, according to a recall notice from the Defense Commissary Agency’s food safety office sent Nov.