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TEMPORARY CLOSURE: Why is the Stanley Post Office closed? How long will it be shut down?

What's the deal with the Stanley Post Office? That question was posed to our newsroom on Thursday. According to an announcement from the U.S. Postal Service, the Stanley Post Office located at 2102 State Route ... more
USPS: Rates will increase in time for holidays because of inflation

The U.S. Postal Service, or USPS, is requesting an increase for its budget again due to inflation, and it's worth over $1 billion dollars. The increase would happen in January, but is prepared for the ... more
USPS increases prices, including stamps

The USPS, or United States Post Office, has increased the cost of a stamp again in the U.S., and it went into effect this week. Starting July 10, 2022, stamp prices increased by $0.02. This ... more
USPS wants to raise stamp prices in July

The US Postal Service is expected to raise stamp prices in July. The price of a forever stamp will go from 58 cents to 60 cents. Starbucks workers seeking abortions will have travel expenses covered ... more
USPS: Mail and packages may be slower next week

If you're waiting for a package to be delivered by USPS next week, you may see an unexpected delay in its delivery date. There will be some changes happening in upcoming months for the USPS ... more
Good Friday: Will the Post Office be open on Good Friday?

The USPS often changes its hours depending on the holiday, and with Good Friday happening today, many wonder if the Post Office is open. Good Friday lands on April 15 this year, and is the ... more
Stamps are changing in the U.S.- Here’s what to expect

The price of forever stamps may be increased by two cents later this year. If it is passed, it will go into effect on July 10. Social Security: How are people receiving a $2,753 payment? ... more
USPS hours and services New Year’s Eve 2021 and New Year’s Day 2022

Much like Christmas, the Post Office is likely to modify its hours and services offered for the New Year this week. Areas impacted are your local Post Office's hours and services, the blue collection boxes ... more
Is the Post Office open today? Operating hours explained for Christmas and New Year’s

Christmas is tomorrow, but some last minute shoppers may still need to send off a gift or two for whatever reason. In order to do that, you'll probably need to visit the Post Office. If ... more
Mail carriers delivering packages beginning at 6 a.m. to meet holiday demand

This time of year it's dark outside at 6 a.m. So if you see someone walking up your driveway - don't be alarmed. After all, it could be the mail man. The U.S. Postal Service ... more
Postage rates may change in 2022 following new USPS proposal

What you pay to ship packages and send mail may change on Jan. 9, 2022. This is because the USPS filed a request with the Postal Regulatory Commission to change their prices. The USPS has ... more
Prepare for slow mail delivery with 12 billion pieces of mail expected during holidays by USPS

Between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, the United States Postal Service is expecting over 12 billion pieces of mail and packages to be sent out. Workers sort these packages early in the morning so tractor ... more
Will I get my packages from FedEx, UPS, or USPS on Thanksgiving?

Americans rely heavily on package delivery services, especially during the holidays. Many are wondering if they'll get packages they ordered during Thanksgiving Day. Which carriers choose to operate during holidays may vary, but many agree ... more
Will the post office be open on Thanksgiving?

On federal holidays like Thanksgiving, all federal offices remain closed, including the post office. This Thanksgiving is the first one in two years for many families where everyone comes together since the pandemic started. With ... more
USPS mail and tracking before the holidays: ship gifts early if you want them to arrive before Christmas

Many people express frustration as they track their packages whether they sent or are receiving them. Often times there will be a "delivery by" date, until that date passes and the package still hasn't arrived ... more
The House Subcommittee on Government Operations is struggling to help the USPS improve performance

The government is finally looking into what the USPS needs to function properly. Evidently, the USPS says delivery times improved between July and Sept. but still remained short of its intended goal. A meeting was ... more
Want your packages shipped by Christmas? USPS has released the deadlines

USPS is notorious for not getting shipments to their destination by the holiday, especially during a pandemic. They have released the following deadlines to make sure customers are able to do what they need to ... more
USPS intentionally delaying mail service: When will letters, packages arrive?

The United States Postal Service is slowing down service. USPS has been struggling under budget and operational pressures for years. Now, the agency is lowering expectations in an effort to shore up service. The goal ... more
USPS starts new program that offers an affordable and quick delivery option

The U.S. Postal Service has started a new pilot program that offers customers a cheaper and fast delivery option. The catch is that it's currently only available in Texas and for businesses and organizations. It's ... more