Orangeburg post office renamed to honor community leader
“Everybody liked J.I. Washington, but everybody was not ready to respect J.I. Wahsington,” said Rep. Jim Clyburn. “Naming this post office gives him his just due.”
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Officials recognize National Postal Worker Day
Today is National Postal Worker Day, and local officials are honoring the men and women of the U.S Postal Service.
Postal Workers in Columbia Picket to ‘Save the Postal Service’
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Postal workers in Columbia joined others across the country Tuesday, in what they called a ‘Picket to save the Post Office’. The effort, organized by the American Postal Workers Union, is designed to call on Congress to provide 25 billion dollars in support for the Post Office, stop mail slow-down policies, and ensure public confidence in voting…
Postmaster General suspends cost cutting initiatives until after election
The changes come after mounting pressure about possible changes as the 2020 election gets closer
Image: Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images (ABC News) –Under mounting pressure from Democrats, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announced Tuesday he will suspend several cost-cutting initiatives in an effort “to avoid even the appearance of any impact on election mail.” Asked at a campaign event in Arizona if he had any role in DeJoy’s decision, President Donald Trump, who has…
Local post office no longer staying open 24 hours due to vandalism incidents
The post office in Five Points will now be locked overnight.
Running behind? Christmas Shipping Deadlines
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Looking to meet those last minute deadlines for shipping? There are several deadlines this week for ordering gifts to be shipped in time for Christmas. We checked out the USPS holiday shipping information page to give you the details, you need, to get those packages in the mail on time. The US Postal service lists December 20 as…
Postal Service Looking at Next Day service with Sunday Delivery for Holidays
WASHINGTON (AP) _ The U.S. Postal Service wants to boost its business this holiday season by offering what few e-commerce retailers can provide: cheap next-day service with packages delivered Sundays to your home. Retail giant Walmart says it is considering the Sunday option, which could reshape weekend shopping trips to the mall. The post office says the pilot program allows…
Protect Your Holiday Packages: Safety Tips
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Holiday gift giving means a surge in sending for the U.S. Postal Service. The postal service is urging residents to take precautions to prevent package theft. – Upgrade package security – Schedule your delivery date by using Priority Mail Express – Help neighbors by being aware of packages on doorsteps surrounding your home. Categories: Local News, News, State…
Clemson-Alabama National Championship Envelopes for Sale at Select SC Post Offices
An image of the commemorative envelopes provided by the USPS. (WPDE) — Six select South Carolina Post Offices will have a special, limited edition commemorative envelope available for purchase. The envelope recognizes the success of the Clemson football program in reaching the College Football Playoff National Championship game with Alabama, according to a release from the USPS. The specially licensed,…
