• Jeffrey A. Kyer II was named training development director. He previously served as change management director. • Ashlea A. Meyer completed a detail assignment and resumed her regular duties as succession and internal talent director. • Martin M. Mieras Jr., military program specialist, was named Michigan Veteran of the Year by Military Friendly, part […]
The Postal Service will dedicate its Jimmy Carter stamp on Wednesday, Oct. 1, in Atlanta. The event will be held at 11 a.m. Eastern at the Carter Center, located at 453 John Lewis Freedom Parkway NE. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP online. […]
The Postal Service wants employees to remember the federal guidelines on exchanging gifts with co-workers. Generally, an employee may not accept a gift from a lesser-paid employee as a way to prevent subordinate employees from trying to buy the favor of management. There are exceptions, though: • On regularly occurring occasions, such as holidays and […]
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The Postal Service will release a stamp honoring humanitarian and Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel on Wednesday, Sept. 17. The stamp will be the 18th release in the Distinguished Americans series. Wiesel (1928-2016) was a voice for victims and survivors of the Holocaust and fought for human rights throughout his career. In 1960, he wrote “Night,” […]
• Kimberly S. Burnett, human resources technology program support manager, was named change management acting director. • Rachel A. Danielsen has completed a detail assignment and resumed her regular duties as organization design director. • Wendy L. Goddard, Maine-New Hampshire-Vermont District’s operations integration manager, was named acting district manager. Got news to share? Email Link. […]
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USPS employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will explain how Medicare benefits work with the Postal Service Health Benefits Program. The session, “Medicare 101,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 24, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from Kaiser Permanente, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the discussion. Participants […]
USPS Executive and Administrative Schedule and Postal Career Executive Service employees may participate in an upcoming lunch-and-learn session that will offer tips and tricks on getting the most of Outlook and managing your emails. The one-hour session, “Mastering Outlook — Enhancing Productivity With Tips and Tricks for Emails,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 24, at […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will offer tips on keeping your mind and body healthy as you age. The session, “Healthy Aging,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 24, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. The discussion will be led by representatives from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, a provider of health plans […]
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) has scheduled its latest slate of informational webinars and online training courses, which are open to Postal Service employees. The topics will include TSP contributions, death benefits, distributions, investment funds, in-service withdrawals and loans. The webinars will last one hour, while the courses are two hours or more. Participation is […]
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• Zachary A. Payton was named package sorting technology executive manager. He previously served as package sorting technology programs principal. • Derek J. Strissel was named Kentucky-West Virginia District manager. He previously served as Central Area’s operations integration manager. • Stephen W. Wright was named delivery and mobile technology executive manager. He previously served as […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will address benefits available after retirement. The session, “USPS Retirement Health Benefits: Medicare, Dental and Vision,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 17, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from Aetna, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the discussion. Participants must […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will explain how to manage emotions during trying times. The session, “Managing Your Emotional Wellness,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 17, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the discussion. Participants […]
A former Postal Service employee and her accomplice will spend several years in federal prison for a multimillion-dollar check fraud scheme. Kalaijha Tomeco Ranier Lewis, the former employee, and her accomplice, Brian Christopher Williams III, defrauded several banks and credit unions between 2021 and 2023, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office […]
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• Spencer M. Gibson was named Denver postmaster. He previously served as the Littleton, CO, postmaster. • Victor H. Leon Jr., Western Division’s processing operations support manager, was named the Billings, MT, Processing and Distribution’s acting plant manager. • Bradley J. McCullough Jr. was named technology development and applications senior director. He previously served as […]
Blood cancer is a disease that affects blood cells, bone marrow and the lymphatic system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, blood cancer affects how the body produces blood cells — the cells that give a person energy, fight infection and prevent excessive bleeding. Also known as hematologic cancer, blood cancer begins […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar on modifying a fitness routine to maintain health, mobility and physical well-being through all life stages. The session, “Fitness Through the Ages,” will be held Tuesday, Sept. 9, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from the Government Employees Health Association, a provider of health plans […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will discuss the benefits of staying active to improve strength, balance and coordination. The session, “Find Your Balance,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from Kaiser Permanente, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the […]
The Postal Service is reminding employees and contractors to keep office spaces secure to protect USPS information and equipment. Employees and contractors should always: • Lock their computers by pressing the Windows and L keys or by pressing the control, alt and delete keys; • Lock their cabinets and drawers — and keep the keys […]
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A graphic timeline of important dates in the Postal Service’s history has been added to usps.com. The “Time of Our Life: 1775-2025” charts the organization’s 250 years of innovation and growth, beginning with Benjamin Franklin’s appointment as postmaster general in 1775 and ending with 2025’s Eagle in Flight logo for the anniversary. The graphic is […]
The Postal Service is reminding employees of the important role the Postal Inspection Service and the USPS Office of Inspector General play within the organization. The Inspection Service protects USPS employees, facilities, vehicles and the U.S. Mail. The agency investigates and works to prevent crimes against employees, the sending of illegal narcotics and contraband through […]
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The Postal Service dedicated its Boston 2026 World Stamp Show stamps on Aug. 14 in Schaumburg, IL. The two stamps commemorate the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary and promote an international philatelic exhibition that will take place in Boston next year. The dedication was held during the Great American Stamp Show. “Today’s ceremony marks the official […]
• Johanna R. Luckau was named manager of the USPS Remote Encoding Center in Salt Lake City. She previously served as senior operations manager. • Daniel M. Quinn Jr. was named the St. Paul, MN, postmaster. He previously served as the Des Moines, IA, postmaster. • Falonda L. Woods was named Arkansas-Oklahoma District manager. She […]
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Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar on inequities in cancer treatment and innovative approaches to addressing it. The session, “Current Cancer Care,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 3, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from Kaiser Permanente, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the discussion. Participants must […]
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar that will highlight the importance of regular prostate cancer screenings and the benefits of lifestyle changes. The session, “Proactive Steps for Prostate Health,” will be held Wednesday, Sept. 3, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, a provider of health plans for […]
The Postal Service will release two stamps commemorating Boston’s pivotal role in the American Revolution on Thursday, Aug. 14. The stamps are being issued in anticipation of the nation’s 250th anniversary and the Boston 2026 World Expo, a major international stamp show. The United States hosted its first international stamp exhibition in New York City […]
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Postal Service employees can participate in an upcoming webinar that will provide an overview of flexible spending accounts (FSAs). The session, “USPS FSA Plan,” will be held on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern. Representatives from Inspira Financial, the administrator of the Postal Service’s FSA program, will lead the discussion. Participants must […]
A snapshot of Postal Service scanning data shows the national rating was 96.99 percent during the week ending Aug. 8, down 0.33 percent from one week earlier. The data was collected Aug. 13. WestPac led the four areas with a rating of 97.48 percent, while Central ranked last with a 96.59 percent rating. Among the […]
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