The U.S. flag is part of the nation’s history — and a popular stamp subject
Heroes
He had no time for trash talk
This employee kept people away from a burning garbage truck before it exploded
Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered June 8-14
Patriotic stamps, flag facts and an exploding garbage truck made news
People
This safety slogan just clicked
A letter carrier wins a contest, a postmaster gears up for hurricane season and Johnny Cash gets his own Post Office
News Quiz
It’s a deal
How much do you know about the newest USPS labor agreement?
Postal Bulletin shines a light on PMG Heroes’ Program
WestPac Area, Massachusetts-Rhode Island on top in scanning
Time to check your facility’s flags
WestPac Area, Minnesota-North Dakota District lead in scanning
USPS dedicates Barbara Bush stamp
The new release honors the former first lady’s legacy of family and literacy
Mail
Featured reader quote
“Kirk Kern, the beekeeping postmaster recently profiled in ‘Off the Clock,’ is ahead of the game. Bees are invaluable! It’s good to see people recognize this.”
— Wayne Buckley, Boston
USPS unveils this year’s U.S. Flag stamp
The latest release was dedicated at a festival celebrating patriotism
Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
Barbara Bush’s stamp is here
The new release honors the beloved first lady
Get answers to your TSP questions
USPS employees can participate in the latest online sessions
Mail
Featured reader quote
“Mary Hulshouser’s photographs in ‘She has an eye for nature’ are simply beautiful! The great horned owls are so well camouflaged. Hope to see one of her photos on a stamp...”
— Ravi Sant, Boston
USPS, APWU reach tentative agreement
The 36-month contract will run through Sept. 20, 2027
Heroes
They heard screams and ran toward them
This postmaster and letter carrier came to the aid of a customer being attacked by a dog
Week in Review
Here’s what Link covered June 1-7
Dog attacks, standout employees and a wellness challenge made news
This stamp has a patriotic spirit
The design features Old Glory fluttering in the breeze
Here’s where most dog attacks occurred last year
People
They get into the nitty-gritty
Custodians step into the spotlight, a marketing specialist promotes the Armed Forces stamps and a district touts customer surveys
News Quiz
What’s the number?
How much do you know about this year’s USPS National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign?
Mail
Featured reader quote
“Thank you for sharing the ‘Heroes’ story about Imlay City, MI, Letter Carrier Tara Marsh. Her willingness to donate a kidney to a stranger is inspiring. I am proud to have a...”
— Kin Yim, Washington, DC
Off the Clock
She has an eye for nature
This employee takes photos of flora and fauna in their element
Mail
Featured reader quote
“Loved ‘How the U.S. Mail moved onward and upward,’ from your series on 250 years of postal history. What a great picture! Those tiny tires on that biplane, those haircuts …...”
— Anita Miller , Denver
Use an ACE workstation? Reboot each week
The Postal Service offers a reminder for employees and contractors
Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
