Wednesday, August 13, 2025
This toy truck delivers for toddlers
A new USPS-licensed product is now available
The Postal Service recently collaborated with toymaker Flybar to release a licensed USPS mail truck ride-on toy.
The truck is for toddlers 1-3 years old, weighing up to 44 pounds.
The “foot-to-floor” vehicle is not mechanized, but it has lights, makes sounds and comes with a plastic mailbox and two envelopes.
“This is another touchpoint to reach children through our licensing strategy of building brand affinity with younger audiences,” said Dino Omerovic, a USPS licensing analyst.
The toy is currently available on Amazon for $54.99. It requires three AA batteries, which are not included.
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Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
• Maryvel M. Gonzales was named the Los Angeles International Service Center’s plant manager. She previously served as distribution operations senior manager.
• Laura C. McNulty was named Southern Area’s budget manager. She previously served as finance and budget manager.
• Christel Yeam was named the Seattle Network Distribution Center’s plant manager. She previously served as distribution operations supervisor.
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Readers welcome the next generation of package sorters
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August 20, 2025
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‘Cognitive Fitness’
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar to explore strategies to sharpen memory and activities that foster good brain health.
The session, “Cognitive Fitness,” will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20, 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 must register before the event on the webinar website.
Participation is voluntary. Nonexempt employees must participate off the clock or during authorized breaks.
Employees with questions can email the USPS Benefits and Wellness team.
August 20, 2025
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‘Foot Care and Digital Eye Strain’
Postal Service employees may participate in an upcoming webinar on podiatric and vision health.
The session, “Foot Care and Digital Eye Strain,” will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20, 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 must register before the event on the webinar website.
Participation is voluntary. Nonexempt employees must participate off the clock or during authorized breaks.
Employees with questions can email the USPS Benefits and Wellness team.
August 20, 2025
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‘USPS Retirement Health Benefits’
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, Aug. 20, from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern.
Representatives from Aetna, a provider of health plans for federal employees, will lead the discussion.
Participants must register before the event on the webinar website.
Participation is voluntary. Nonexempt employees must participate off the clock or during authorized breaks.
Employees who have questions can email the USPS Benefits and Wellness team.
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This toy truck delivers for toddlers
A new USPS-licensed product is now available
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Milestones
Appointments, awards and retirements
Here’s a look at recent USPS announcements
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Mail
Featured reader quote
“Link’s article on the next generation of package sorters was great news! I know these machines will help us be more efficient in getting packages to customers in a timely manner.”
— Nikita Ledgister, Los Angeles
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‘Cognitive Fitness’
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‘Foot Care and Digital Eye Strain’
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‘USPS Retirement Health Benefits’