The Postal Service has released a third video that highlights the messages of appreciation that customers are offering USPS workers during the coronavirus pandemic. The 30-second “Thank You for the Thank You’s” video shows a bottle of hand sanitizer that one employee received from a customer, along with a handwritten message: “We appreciate you! Stay safe.” […]
The Postal Service and educational publisher Scholastic have again teamed up to promote letter writing as a critical English language skill for U.S. schoolchildren. This year’s edition of the initiative — designed for students in grades 3 and 4 — is known as “Show Someone You Care.” Classroom materials were distributed in March, and they […]
As the weather begins to warm up, the Postal Service is reminding employees of ways to prevent heat-related illnesses during the coronavirus pandemic. Employees exposed to hot and humid conditions are at risk of heat illness. It’s important to remember to stay cool and safe. Because the coronavirus can spread between people in close proximity […]
USPS is working with the Federal Bureau of Investigation to offer fingerprinting services at more Post Offices across the nation. The fingerprinting program, which launched in 2018 at two offices in Washington, DC, is now available at more than 80 locations nationwide and has generated approximately $1 million in revenue. “This is an amazing accomplishment […]
A new Postal Service television commercial celebrates the commitment of the organization’s 630,000 employees and thanks them for continuing to serve the American people during the coronavirus pandemic. Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan narrates the 30-second spot, titled “Certainty,” which shows real-life USPS employees working hard to make deliveries happen. “We live in uncertain times,” […]
A Chicago-area university’s message of thanks to postal workers and other essential employees is now being broadcast throughout the nation’s third-largest city. The athletic department at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, leases a digital billboard off Interstate 294, near O’Hare International Airport. Normally, the billboard is used to promote the school’s sports teams. “When the […]
The Postal Service is marking Earth Day’s 50th anniversary by reminding employees how small changes at home and work can go a long way toward protecting the environment. The organization’s Office of Sustainability is distributing stand-up talks and posters with useful guidance, including these tips: • Keep it clean. Sweep floors, parking lots and driveways […]
Scanning snapshot. This week’s scanning snapshot looks a lot like last week’s scanning snapshot. The national rating for the week ending April 17 was 96.85 percent — the same national rating from one week earlier. The top three areas? Western, Southern and Eastern — which happens to be the same trio that dominated the areas […]
The Postal Service is reminding employees of the rules about accepting gifts from outside sources during the coronavirus national health emergency. “As the men and women of the Postal Service deliver through this pandemic, we are incredibly proud and grateful for their dedication, but we aren’t the only ones. The American public also appreciates their […]
The Postal Inspection Service has released a video in response to the growing number of scams involving the coronavirus pandemic. The public service announcement, titled “COVID Scams,” warns consumers to be on alert as scammers attempt to use the pandemic to steal money and personal information. Postal Inspector Andrea Avery appears in the video and […]
The Postal Service has canceled the dedication ceremony for the Voices of the Harlem Renaissance stamps, originally scheduled for May 21 in New York City. The organization is following social distancing guidance to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. The Voices of the Harlem Renaissance stamps will still be available for purchase at Post […]
Occupational Health Nurses Week, which recognizes the important work of these medical professionals, is being observed this week. The United States is home to thousands of occupational health nurses who provide a variety of health care services in workplaces of all sizes. The Postal Service’s workforce includes more than 100 occupational health nurses, whose duties […]
Scanning snapshot. The Postal Service’s national scanning rating slipped to 96.85 percent during the week ending April 10, down from 97.21 percent one week earlier and the third consecutive weekly decline. All seven areas and most of the 67 districts saw week-to-week drops. Western, the area leader with a rating of 97.62 percent, was down […]
The Postal Service wants employees to know that Zoom, the new teleconferencing platform the organization uses, features enhanced security to protect online meetings from unauthorized participants. Recent news reports have cited security flaws in Zoom’s commercial version, which has become a popular video conferencing option for many users sheltered in place during the coronavirus pandemic. […]
The Postal Service is providing customers with additional options for shipping hand sanitizers and disinfecting wipes, two products that are widely being used during the coronavirus pandemic. Most hand sanitizers and disinfecting wipes recommended for use during the outbreak contain ethanol or isopropanol alcohol, which are considered flammable hazardous materials in transportation and are subject […]
The Postal Service wants to gauge how it can assist businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic. On April 8, the organization will send a COVID-19 response email to its small-business customers, as well as medium-sized firms. The email will provide an overview of the actions USPS is taking in response to the pandemic; educate customers […]
The Postal Service has released a video that shows highlights from the Feb. 14 dedication ceremony for the new Let’s Celebrate! stamp. The video shows Janice Walker, the organization’s corporate communications vice president, discussing one of her favorite causes for celebration: USPS employees. “I love to celebrate our Postal Service employees and the hard work […]
Scanning snapshot. The Postal Service’s national scanning rating was 97.21 percent during the week ending April 3, down from 97.39 percent one week earlier and the third consecutive week that the number fell. Among the seven areas, only No. 5-ranked Pacific improved its standing during the week. Pacific’s rating was 97.04 percent, up about one-third […]
This year’s Stamp Out Hunger food drive, scheduled for May 9, has been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. A new date has not been announced. The National Association of Letter Carriers, which leads the annual one-day drive in which Postal Service employees collect food donations for local pantries, announced the decision last week. “Much […]
The Postal Service has released a video to help customers understand new delivery procedures to promote social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic. The one-minute video, titled “Help Us Serve You: Mail Carriers,” explains that letter carriers will knock on a customer’s door instead of ringing a doorbell. Instead of asking a customer to sign for […]
In the new era of social distancing, Postal Service customers who are limiting their interactions with other people can use Informed Delivery to complete their 2020 census questionnaire online. Informed Delivery allows users to preview their incoming mail on smartphones, tablets and other devices. Customers who use the free feature will be able to see […]
The Postal Service has released the Contemporary Boutonniere and Garden Corsage stamps, which form a natural pair to dress up envelopes for wedding invitations, RSVPs, thank-you notes and similar celebratory mail. The dedication ceremony, which had been scheduled for April 2 before being canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, may be held at a later […]
Scanning snapshot. The Postal Service’s national scanning rating dropped to 97.39 percent last week, down from 97.65 percent one week earlier. This marked the second consecutive week the number fell. As usual, Western (97.93 percent) led the areas, while Dakotas (99.09 percent) dominated the districts. All seven areas and most of the 67 districts experienced […]
Sgt. Hilda Griggs clearly remembers the time she spent sorting mail during World War II. In 1945, Griggs was assigned to the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit composed of African American women to be deployed overseas. Nicknamed the “Six Triple Eight,” the 855 women were charged with […]
If you’re a Postal Service employee who wants to stay informed on the organization’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, don’t forget about Link mobile. A mobile-friendly version of the Link site, Link mobile offers news reports, feature stories and informational videos, including the latest coronavirus-related content. The site is particularly helpful to craft employees and […]
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has launched a website to combat the spread of false claims circulating about COVID-19, the disease associated with the coronavirus pandemic. The Coronavirus Rumor Control site highlights myths about the virus and counters them with facts. One myth, according to the site: It’s necessary for people who are sheltering […]
Scanning snapshot. The Postal Service’s national scanning rating slipped to 97.65 percent during the week ending March 20, down from 97.86 percent one week earlier. Each of the organization’s seven areas saw their numbers decline week to week, including top-ranked Western (98.03 percent). Almost all 67 districts also saw declines, including top-rated Dakotas (99.17 percent). […]
Letter Carrier Crystal Ramaker was recently making deliveries in Dutch Hollow, IL, when she grew concerned that a customer’s mail was piling up. Ramaker alerted the woman’s neighbor, who soon called 911. Emergency responders discovered that the woman had been trapped for several days after falling between a bed and a wall. She was in […]
“The List” on Friday the 13th was a fun read. I’m a big fan of Link’s “The List” feature. I use them to delight and amaze my family and friends! […]
If you’re a Postal Service employee, watch out for scams that attempt to use the coronavirus pandemic to con you into revealing personal information. Emergency situations are prime opportunities for criminals to take advantage of unsuspecting consumers. Scammers are creating websites devoted to the coronavirus pandemic and COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus. These […]