Big Post Office Changes That Are Affecting All of Michigan

I realize we don't use the mail as much as we used to. We wrote personal letters, business correspondence,  mailed cards, invitations, paid bills, and so much more, all through the mail.

Our mailman, mailperson, became our friend because they would deliver mail to our door. But, not so much anymore. Why?

Technology! We email everything, letters, any kind of correspondence, pay bills, send cards and invitation simply by using our computers.

But, not everybody uses technology. Lot's of us still mail our things out, and the United States Postal Service is still here for us.

However, it does come with a price. So, there are price increases that will affect all of us in Michigan.

Our sister radio station, WRKR, wrote according to the USPS website, price increases on certain products and services will be in effect soon in Michigan and across the U.S.:

"Our business and operating models are unsustainable and out of step with the changing needs of the nation and our customers. Years of chronic underinvestment in our infrastructure and network have taken its toll on our performance and workforce. As we implement rate changes, USPS remains committed to making sure mailing and shipping rates remain among the most affordable in the world."

The price of first class Forever stamps went up in price to 73 cents on July 14. Dang it, I forgot to buy extras before that price increase.

Here are some of the increases from the U.S. Postal Service:

Letters (1 oz.)

From 68 cents to 73 cents

Letters (metered 1 oz.)

From 64 cents to 69 cents

Domestic Postcards

From 53 cents to 56 cents

International Postcards

From $1.55 to $1.65

International Letter (1 oz.)

From $1.55 to $1.65

Maybe this is bothering you and you are wondering why their prices keep going up. The answer is simple according to USPS:

"The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations."

Don't forget the USPS motto: Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.