DES MOINES, Iowa — It’s one of the busiest times of the year for the United States Postal Service, and officials are urging shoppers and shippers to send early.
If you’re hoping to get a package somewhere by December 25th, you’ll need to send it by December 17th for USPS Ground Advantage and First-Class mail. Priority Mail needs to be sent by December 18th. Priority Mail Express must be in the mail by December 20th.
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USPS officials also want to remind homeowners to have their porch lights on, especially during the months when we have less daylight. They encourage people who own pets to keep them contained and away from postal workers if possible.
USPS.com is also a great resource for tracking packages. It’s also best to avoid wrapping packages in wrapping paper if they’re going to be sent in the mail…