Fuquay-Varina, NC, Postmaster Dean Roberts
“I’ve assisted many employees looking to advance. It is satisfying to help employees find a suitable career path.” […]
Katie Howard
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True blood
San Antonio Letter Carrier Marcos Perez III delivers more than mail. He also delivers the gift of life. Every two weeks for the past 34 years, Perez has set aside two hours of his own time to donate blood platelets, a blood component that allows him to donate more often than if he were giving […]
Don’t get locked out
The Postal Service will shut down remote.usps.gov access to USPS online applications Monday, Aug. 28. The shutdown is part of the Postal Service’s ongoing effort to protect its networks. Employees who use remote.usps.gov will need to request Virtual Private Network (VPN) access to connect remotely. Similarly, USPS suppliers or contractors will need to request Business […]
Balancing act
For many people, balancing work and life is an ongoing struggle. The Postal Service encourages employees to regularly evaluate their sense of overall wellness, which includes mental and physical, financial, social and career health. The Wellness team offers these suggestions to find balance in each of these areas: • Mental and physical. Take time to […]
Carrollton, GA, Retail Associate Joey Musick
“Being courteous doesn’t cost you anything, but it goes a long way.” […]
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JoAnn Humphrey, Casper, WY
Letter Carrier JoAnn Humphrey recently came to the aid of a Casper, WY, sanitation worker who was seriously injured in a trash truck accident. Humphrey was delivering mail when she heard the woman screaming for help. The Postal Service employee investigated and soon discovered that the worker had gotten pinned against a pole by the […]
Norman Simons, Chicago
I’m so proud of Richard Brooksher, the employee profiled in “Blessings.” He is doing his part to repair the world. […]
Postal pathways
MaRita Tubbs wasn’t sure what to expect when she attended a Postal Service career conference this spring. It turned out to be a pleasant surprise. “It gave me a chance to meet postal employees — executive, management and craft employees — that otherwise, I may have never met,” said Tubbs, a distribution clerk in Birmingham, […]
Helping hands
The Postal Service recently received praise from another shipper after several employees worked together to honor a disabled customer’s special delivery request. A San Marcos, CA, resident who was expecting a FedEx SmartPost package contacted the company with delivery instructions. The woman is disabled and has a hard time accessing the front of her home, […]
Need to know
The graduate. San Antonio Letter Carrier Francisco Gaytan recently made a special delivery to a new graduate on his route. Beth Ann Duque had anxiously waited for more than a month for the arrival of her bachelor’s degree from the University of the Incarnate Word. When Gayton delivered the white envelope containing her diploma, Beth […]
Paddle up
When Margarita Jackson isn’t managing and restoring the Avalon, CA, Post Office, she’s racing canoes. Jackson, a member of the Catalina Island Outrigger Canoe Club, recently competed in San Diego’s Outrigger Iron Championship Race. “I try to be an active member of the community,” said Jackson, one of Catalina Island’s 4,500 year-round residents. “Anything fun […]
Millicent Hawkins, Bedford Park, IL
“Step by step” was a beautiful story. I was especially moved to learn how Howard Rogers regained the use of his lower extremities after being paralyzed. […]
Eastover, SC, Rural Carrier Demario Simmons
“When I start my day, my main priority is making sure I inspect my vehicle. In order to deliver to my customers, my vehicle has to be ready to go.” […]
Richelle Dube, Lisbon, ME
A Postal Service employee in Lisbon, ME, recently saved a customer’s home from destruction. City Carrier Assistant Richelle Dube was delivering mail when she spotted a fire on the man’s front porch. Dube summoned him to the door and told him to call 911. She then safely attempted to extinguish the blaze until firefighters arrived. […]
Need to know
Hold the phone. Do you know how to look up employees’ mobile phone numbers? It’s easier than you might realize. To start, go to the Blue home page, choose “Essential Links” on the left side and scroll down to the “Phone directory” link. Fill in the information, then click the search button to find the […]
Can you spot it?
USPS is reminding employees to remain vigilant against malware attacks on electronic devices, including desktops, mobile phones and tablets. Malware is often used to steal sensitive information and compromise network systems. New malware threats are emerging every 4.2 seconds, according to new research by G Data, a security software company. To safeguard your devices, the […]
Anita Ramirez, West Sacramento, CA
Congratulations to Anthony Giannone, the Bronx, NY, letter carrier who has accumulated more than 4,100 hours of sick leave. That is quite a commendable accomplishment. […]
Danny Sandbeck II, Fargo, ND
Fargo, ND, Letter Carrier Danny Sandbeck II was recently training a new city carrier assistant on safe driving when an opportunity arose to display another Postal Service priority: compassion. Sandbeck spotted a woman whose motorized wheelchair had gotten stuck in a hole near a sidewalk, and no one was stopping to help her. He directed […]
St. Louis Network Distribution Center Manager Pam Meehan
“We’re doing everything we can to create a safe workplace to protect our most valuable asset — our fellow team members.” […]
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Run for your life
Johnnie Jameson has run his way into the movies. The Los Angeles letter carrier is the subject of “Mile 19,” a recent documentary that shows how he uses marathon racing to combat post-traumatic stress disorder. Jameson began running in the 1970s after serving in the Vietnam War, using his feet to ease his way back […]
Team approach
Detroit District’s largest facility has taken a unique approach to reduce the percentage of parcels that are processed and dispatched to incorrect zones. Through the efforts of a special team of managers and employees, the Detroit Network Distribution Center has slashed the number of “missent” parcels by 55 percent, dropping from 3,300 to 1,400 parcels […]
Need to know
Welcome home, Mr. Franklin. A portrait of the nation’s first Postmaster General recently returned to USPS headquarters in Washington, DC. The 7-foot painting of Benjamin Franklin was commissioned in 1918 for PMG Albert Burleson. The artist was Benedict Anton Osnis. The portrait adorned the PMG’s office until 1973, when USPS headquarters moved to L’Enfant Plaza […]
Search and find
The USPS Library will host three training webinars on using LexisNexis, an online research database available on Blue. The sessions are open to all employees. Here’s the schedule: • Thursday, July 27, from 2-3 p.m. EDT: “Company and Financial” will demonstrate how to use LexisNexis Dossier to generate prospecting lists of companies customized by industry, […]
Beverly Shields, Hot Springs, VA
“American dream” was a beautiful story. Hilton Head Island, SC, Rural Carrier Associate Adrian Scott is an awesome worker. […]
Braymer, MO, Postmaster Janet Brock
“We truly are the eyes and ears of our communities and oftentimes are able to assist others in a time of need.” […]
Donna Fowler, East Meadow, NY
Letter Carrier Donna Fowler was delivering mail recently in East Meadow, NY, when she spotted a fire between two homes. Fowler asked a resident to call 911, then located a bucket and water source and safely battled the blaze until firefighters arrived. A couple whose property was at risk later contacted the local Post Office […]
Results are in
Postal Service employees collected 75 million pounds of food through Stamp Out Hunger this year, the third-highest total in the drive’s history. Combined with last year’s record haul of 80.1 million pounds, this makes the two-year total approximately 155.1 million pounds — Stamp Out Hunger’s highest-ever back-to-back collection. The drive has collected almost 1.6 billion […]
Safety in numbers
Postal Service employees who feel engaged are more likely to be safer on the job, new research suggests. Engaged employees are almost one-third less likely to be involved in a safety incident at work, while disengaged employees account for 19 percent of all USPS workplace safety incidents, according to the data from Gallup. Here’s what […]
Dangerous downloads
Hackers are increasingly using malicious software to gain unauthorized access to computers, networks and systems. Cybercriminals recently launched a global ransomware attack to extort funds from companies in more than 60 countries. To prevent attacks, the Postal Service reminds employees to follow these guidelines: • Keep anti-virus software updated. Employees with USPS equipment should connect […]
Season’s eatings
Summertime brings colorful fruits and vegetables, grilled meats — and sickness, if you’re not careful. Knowing how to prepare, store and cook summer foods can help keep you and your family safe. In addition to washing your fruits and veggies, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends you store food properly. For example, according […]