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Here are Link’s stories about the new coronavirus; the disease it causes, COVID-19; and the Postal Service’s response.
Coronavirus-related stories and resources:
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Frame by frame
Social media feature touts COVID-19 test deliveries
Customers can use a new social media feature to remind friends and family that free COVID-19 tests are available through the mail.
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COVID-19 tests
USPS delivers over 270 million to homes
On average, the Postal Service delivers the free tests 1.2 days after they are received from the manufacturer.
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COVID-19 tests
USPS to begin deliveries soon
The Postal Service will deliver 500 million rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits to households across the nation, beginning this month.
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The big picture
Art project supports democracy, USPS
In mid-2020, as he was recovering from a near-fatal case of COVID-19, Mark Mothersbaugh found himself bristling at some of the anti-Postal Service rhetoric being bandied about at the time.
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When two paths cross
Authors share pen-pal friendship, love of mail
Caitlin Alifirenka and Martin Ganda regularly speak to school groups about how one letter sparked their lifelong friendship.
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Defensive measures
Initiative safeguards veterans from fraud
The Postal Inspection Service is marking Military Appreciation Month in May by promoting the Operation Protect Veterans campaign.
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Fraud in the mail
Scammers targeting unemployment benefits
The Postal Inspection Service wants employees to be aware of a significant increase in scams that target unemployment benefits.
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Silver streak
Beauty company finds postal shipping success
Angel Cornelius’s business is a fast-growing force in the beauty industry — and she’s a loyal postal customer.
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Grace notes
Postcard project lifts pandemic spirits
Mary Steinbicker puts her own stamp on Minnesota nice.
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Reaching out to victims
Awareness week begins April 18
The U.S. Office for Victims of Crime has chosen April 18-24 for this year’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
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Stamp Out Hunger
Food drive goes online
The letter carriers union is asking postal customers to visit its website rather than leaving bags of food by their mailboxes.
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Lifesaving letters
Message-writing program curbs suicides
Mail call has always been a morale-boosting military tradition, but it turns out that mail can do more than improve a service member’s disposition — it can also save their life.
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Start-up surge
New businesses turning to USPS
To encourage more people to wear face coverings during the coronavirus pandemic, Elizabeth Dey started a part-time business last year selling fashionable masks and accessories that she makes herself.
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Caveat emptor
National Consumer Protection Week begins
The coronavirus pandemic has created whole new avenues for con artists.
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Love at first read
Couple creates interactive romance through mail
Hannie and Michael Clark operate a mail-based subscription service that uses letters and postcards to chronicle a romance.
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Hopeful messages
Group mails notes to those in need
If you or someone you know is facing challenges resulting from the coronavirus pandemic or the shaky economy — or if you could just welcome a positive message — Theresa Harrison wants to help.
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A taste of home
Employees sending holiday cheer to military members
Postal Service employees across the nation are going the extra mile to help customers send seasonal cheer to loved ones in the military who can’t be home for the holidays.
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Pandemic pastime
Families turn to cards, letters to connect
Parents seeking new ways to keep their kids engaged during the coronavirus pandemic are turning to a resource that has been around for generations: the U.S. Mail.
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By the book
Young author pens tribute to postal workers
The South Dakota girl whose appreciation for the Postal Service captured headlines at the outset of the coronavirus pandemic has written a children’s book about the experience.
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Little boy blue
Letter carrier gives costume to toddler
A Philadelphia letter carrier recently delivered quite a treat to a little customer along his route — just in time for Halloween.
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Back to mail
Schools relying on USPS during pandemic
Many students heading back to school this year will find themselves with a new study buddy: the U.S. Mail.
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Points of order
Video showcases exclamatory expressions
Postal Service customers’ penchant for exclamation points is on display in the latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video.
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Displays of gratitude
Thank You stamps to be released
The Postal Service has four new stamps honoring two simple words that can mean so much: “thank you.”
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Thanking heroes
Latest video recognizes dedication
In a new Postal Service video, customers display their gratitude for dependable mail service during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Photos video
Release shows handwritten messages
More expressions of gratitude from customers are featured in the latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video.
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Sweet 16
Latest ‘Thank You’ video shows drawings
More homemade expressions of gratitude from Postal Service customers are featured in the latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video.
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Gratitude attitude
Customers offer heartfelt thanks in new video
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video showcases appreciative sentiments from customers during the pandemic.
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Coming up roses
New video thanks USPS in florals
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video showcases appreciative sentiments from customers during the pandemic.
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That loving feeling
New video strikes familiar themes
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video showcases appreciative sentiments from customers during the pandemic.
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Time’s up
Tax filing deadline approaches
The Postal Service is ready for Tax Day this week.
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Mailbox messages
Customers show support in latest video
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video highlights more messages from customers who are finding creative ways to show gratitude for USPS during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Bright and bold
Customers creatively say thanks in latest video
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video highlights more messages from customers who are finding creative ways to show gratitude for USPS during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Class acts
Employees celebrate high school grads
Letter Carrier Joshua Davis is one of several Postal Service employees doing a bit extra for the class of 2020.
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Notes worthy
Latest video showcases thanks from customers
“Thank you postal workers! Stay safe” is one of the many messages expressing gratitude during the pandemic.
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Stamp Out Hunger
Online food drive now underway
Stamp Out Hunger will occur online this year, beginning this week.
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Direct messages
Latest video shares customers’ notes to carriers
“Thank you, Carol. Be safe. We appreciate you!” is one of the many messages expressing gratitude during the pandemic.
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Be positive
New video shares customers’ messages of cheer
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video features more messages of support for Postal Service workers.
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First-class learning
Schoolkids take virtual Post Office tour
A group of Florida first-graders got an inside look at a Post Office even though their school is closed.
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For all you do
New video showcases customers’ messages
The latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video highlights messages of gratitude that USPS customers are sharing through woodwork and drawings.
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From the heart
New video features customers’ appreciative messages
Drawings of hearts and rainbows from grateful customers highlight the latest “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video featuring supportive messages for Postal Service employees working during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Delivering info
New coronavirus website launches
The Postal Service has introduced a website to provide the latest information on its response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Appreciation nation
New video shows support for postal workers
More customers thank USPS employees for their reliable service during the coronavirus pandemic in the Postal Service’s fifth “Thank You for the Thank-You’s” video.
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‘We see the sacrifice’
Girl’s letter to carrier sparks postal response
A Sioux Falls, SD, girl’s recent “thank you” letter to her mail carrier has led to dozens of replies from Postal Service employees — and national media attention.
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‘We appreciate you’
Video highlights customers’ messages of support
USPS has released a fourth video showcasing messages from customers who are grateful for the organization’s service during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Attitudes of gratitude
New video shows customers’ appreciation
The Postal Service has released a third video that highlights the messages of appreciation that customers are offering USPS workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Write on, kids!
New instructional materials available online
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.
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‘Thank you for our mail!’
Video shows customers’ messages of support
USPS has released a second video highlighting messages from customers who are grateful for the organization’s service during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Big message
University thanks postal workers, others during crisis
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.
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Street smarts
New video offers delivery safety tips
The Postal Service has released a video to offer customers guidance on helping letter carriers deliver mail and packages safely during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Drawn together
Page celebrates employees, customers
A new coloring page is available to celebrate the outpouring of public support that Postal Service employees are receiving during the coronavirus pandemic.
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On alert
Video offers tips to avoid coronavirus scams
The Postal Inspection Service has released a video in response to the growing number of scams involving the coronavirus pandemic.
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You’re welcome
Video thanks customers for support
USPS has released a video that showcases the outpouring of support the organization and its employees are receiving during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Say it in writing
Cards, letters gain currency among older adults
Nursing homes, assisted living facilities and other places that care for older people are asking the public to send cards and letters to their residents so they don’t feel forgotten in the new era of social distancing.
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Safe service
New retail lobby procedures explained in video
The Postal Service continues its efforts to promote social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Safe deliveries
Video explains new procedures for carriers
The Postal Service has released a video to help customers understand new delivery procedures to promote social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Survey says
Informed Delivery an option for census participants
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.
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Care enough
Hallmark card giveaway aims to lift spirits
Hallmark is giving away 2 million greeting cards that customers can mail to friends and family to spread encouragement as the nation grapples with the coronavirus pandemic.
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By appointment only
Passport service change implemented
Beginning March 25, customers will have to make an appointment for passport application services.