A-Coin & Stamp’s Bill Hatchett on history, rarity, and the hunt for Southern banknotes

  Hidden Currency – The Rising Value of Confederate Notes

"...In the world of numismatics, yesterday’s currency can become today’s prized collectible – and few categories tell that story more vividly than Confederate bank notes. Once rendered effectively worthless at the end of the Civil War, these pieces of Southern history are now commanding serious attention among collectors, historians and investors alike.

For A-Coin & Stamp owner Bill Hatchett, a seasoned and deeply knowledgeable numismatist, the appeal is both personal and professional.

“There was a lot printed, and when the South lost, the notes were not worth anything,” Hatchett explained. “As years have passed, people started saving them…they went from nothing to something.”

That “something” can be significant. ..."

Reference: residentnews.net




 

A new generation of automated sorters is helping reshape USPS operations

  A new generation of automated sorters is helping reshape USPS operations

"...Our focus on new technology is unwavering. In the past five years, USPS has installed more than 600 new sorters to replace obsolete machinery with modern, purpose-built systems. These new machines can handle larger boxes and higher volumes than legacy equipment and process them much faster. Just as importantly, they integrate seamlessly into our new hub-and-spoke model, powering the shift to a nationwide network that eventually will be anchored by 60 regional processing and distribution centers (RPDCs).

Automation isn’t just improving individual facilities; it’s enabling the foundation of a new, more competitive and higher-performing USPS.

The results are clear. Since the start of modernization efforts less than five years ago, we’ve more than tripled daily package capacity. The 88 million pieces mentioned above is a massive capacity increase of 63 million packages a day. ..."

Reference: USPS Blog




 

Huntsville | HUNTSPEX 2026 Stamp, Postcard, and Coin Show

  HUNTSPEX 2026 Stamp, Postcard, and Coin Show

HUNTSPEX 2026 Stamp, Postcard, and Coin Show. Presented by the Huntsville Philatelic Club June 6-7, 2026. Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 3 pm. Free Admission and Parking, Dealer Bourse with Stamp, postcard and coin dealers, Competitive Exhibits, Commemorative Stamps and more. Located at the Jaycee Community Building, 2180 Airport Road.

Reference: NPMHU Local 317




 

In The News | ‘He just started beating her:’ Friend details attack on USPS worker before deadly Beltline stabbing

  ‘He just started beating her:’ Friend details attack on USPS worker before deadly Beltline stabbing

"...ATLANTA — A close friend of the U.S. Postal Service worker who survived a brutal attack by the man accused of killing a 23-year-old woman along the Beltline is speaking out about her friend’s recovery. ..."

Reference: www.wsbtv.com




 

USPS News Link | Memorial Day is May 25

  Memorial Day is May 25

"...The observance honors those who died defending the U.S. ..."

Reference: news.usps.com




 

U.S. Postal Service Recommends Competitive Price Changes for July 2026

  U.S. Postal Service Recommends Competitive Price Changes for July 2026

As a matter of general interest, the Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) today to adjust some prices on some domestic competitive package and service offerings. Pending favorable review and comments from the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC}, these price changes and adjustments will take effect on July 12. Changes include, but are not limited to, elimination of ounce-based rate differentiation for published Commercial USPS Ground Advantage prices, which will not impact customers that have negotiated commercial rates for USPS Ground Advantage; and a competitive PO Box price increase of 3 percent. Also, the Postal Service will introduce Addresses AP/, a new Address Management System offering, and will align the divisor for dimensional weight pieces to industry standards for Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select.

Additionally, new fees will be established for handling hazardous materials for Priority Mail Express and Priority Mail, as well as a noncompliance fee for improperly prepared hazardous material items shipped using competitive package products. Hazardous materials are substances that could injure people or cause damage if not handled properly, like chemicals or flammable items. The Postal Service provides guidelines for mailing hazardous materials on its Shipping Restrictions website, with additional information and details available in Publication 52.

The Postal Service is focused on strengthening its shipping products and offerings as part of its 10-year modernization plan for service excellence, on-time delivery, and revenue generation from enhanced package delivery services. With more than 31,000 Post Offices, multiple pickup options, including free package pickup, the Postal Service provides exceptional value and convenience to customers.

Shipping Services prices are primarily adjusted according to market conditions. The Postal Service governors evaluate shipping rates and fees and adjust them when needed as part of Postal Service's 10-year network modernization plan to return the organization to financial sustainability and achieve service excellence while maintaining universal six-day mail delivery and expanding seven-day package delivery.

Attached are the "Press Release" and the "Talking Points and Frequently Asked Questions" relevant to this filing.

Reference: www.npmhu.org