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Associated Press
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
U.S. Postal Service Issues Latest U.S. Flag Stamp
THREE OAKS, Mich., June 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service dedicated a new U.S. Flag stamp at a ceremony at the Vickers Theater in Three Oaks. 'An enduring emblem of freedom, national unity and patriotic spirit, the flag of the United States has flown proudly stateside, abroad and even on the surface of the moon,' said Donald Dombrow Jr., the Postal Service's Michigan 2 District manager, who spoke at the ceremony. Other speakers included photographer Doug Haight, whose artwork is featured on the stamp. The current American flag consists of 13 alternating horizontal stripes — seven red and six white — and 50 stars on a field of blue. The stripes represent the 13 Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain to become the nation's first states. The stars represent the present number of states. The stamp features an image of Old Glory, fluttering in a breeze, against a bright white background. The words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' are rendered in blue type above a horizontal red stripe. 'FOREVER/USA' appears along the bottom of the stamp in gray lettering. Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp, which will be issued in booklets and panes of 20, and coils of 100, 3,000 and 10,000. As Forever stamps, they will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price. News of the stamps is being shared on social media with the hashtag #USFlagStamps. Postal Products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, dedication ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to nearly 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands. 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. For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit and National contact: Leisha Palmore-Drummond [email protected] Local contact: Elizabeth Najduch [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Postal Service
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
U.S. Postal Service Issues Latest U.S. Flag Stamp
THREE OAKS, Mich., June 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Postal Service dedicated a new U.S. Flag stamp at a ceremony at the Vickers Theater in Three Oaks. "An enduring emblem of freedom, national unity and patriotic spirit, the flag of the United States has flown proudly stateside, abroad and even on the surface of the moon," said Donald Dombrow Jr., the Postal Service's Michigan 2 District manager, who spoke at the ceremony. Other speakers included photographer Doug Haight, whose artwork is featured on the stamp. The current American flag consists of 13 alternating horizontal stripes — seven red and six white — and 50 stars on a field of blue. The stripes represent the 13 Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain to become the nation's first states. The stars represent the present number of states. The stamp features an image of Old Glory, fluttering in a breeze, against a bright white background. The words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" are rendered in blue type above a horizontal red stripe. "FOREVER/USA" appears along the bottom of the stamp in gray lettering. Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp, which will be issued in booklets and panes of 20, and coils of 100, 3,000 and 10,000. As Forever stamps, they will always be equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price. News of the stamps is being shared on social media with the hashtag #USFlagStamps. Postal Products Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon. Additional information on stamps, dedication ceremonies and stamp-inspired products can be found at Please Note: The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to nearly 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands. 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. For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Facebook; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel. For more information about the Postal Service, visit and National contact: Leisha Palmore-Drummond Local contact: Elizabeth Najduch View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Postal Service
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
USPS unveils new stamps featuring Cochiti Pueblo artist's work at Gathering of Nations
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – In a quiet studio tucked inside Pojoaque Pueblo, every brushstroke tells a story rooted in identity. Now, one Cochiti Pueblo artist's work will reach a wider audience than ever before. Mateo Romero's painted images of Indigenous dancers Tony and Violet Duncan and their family can now be seen on USPS Forever Stamps. 'It's pictures of them; they're portraits of Tony Duncan, he does the hoop dance. Violet Duncan, she's First Nations Cree, she does the women's traditional. And then their daughter is doing one of the fancy shawl dances. The fourth style is KamiJo Whiteclay, and she's doing crow hop,' Romero explained. The creative vision behind the stamps began with an art director for the United States Postal Service. Antonio Ancalá reached out to Romero with a clear vision in mind: 'highlight Native art through Native eyes.' 'It's such a rewarding honor to be involved in a stamp that represents such an important part of our nation's heritage and culture and to know that it's going everywhere in the United States,' said Ancalá. At this year's Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, thousands of people flocked to EXPO New Mexico to celebrate Native American and Indigenous dances and culture. This year, Romero's work held a special place in the event as the USPS held a first-day-of-issue ceremony for the 'Powwows: Celebrating Native American Culture' stamps Friday. This year's Gathering of Nations celebration ends Saturday night at Expo New Mexico. You can purchase the Forever Stamps by using this link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
200K counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps seized in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced it seized 200,000 counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps from Hong Kong at its Port of Birmingham. According to a Friday news release, the counterfeit stamps discovered have an estimated list price of $146,000. The CBP stated officers during an operation selected two packages for inspection based on specific criteria. Though their contents initially appeared authentic, the CBP noted a detailed examination showed the packed stamps were counterfeit and in violation of intellectual property rights laws. 'Protecting America begins with the shared commitment and determination of dedicated CBP Officers, Agriculture Specialists, and support staff,' said CBP Birmingham Port Director Steve Robinson in a statement. 'Together, they play a vital role in safeguarding consumers and businesses from counterfeit goods. Economic security is national security.' Alabama farmers see benefits from high beef prices Shipments from China and Hong Kong made up about 90% of the total CBP intellectual property rights quantity seized in fiscal year 2024, according to the law enforcement agency. The CBP stated it works with Homeland Security Investigations agents and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to stop illegally imported counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Yahoo
200,000 counterfeit stamps seized worth $146K
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seized hundreds of thousands of counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps at the Port of Birmingham. The operation resulted in 200,000 counterfeit U.S. Forever Stamps from Hong Kong being seized. The fake stamps were valued at $146,000. Officials said that during an inspection at a sorting facility, CBP officers selected two packages for inspection. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The packages looked authentic, but after closer examination, they determined that the stamps inside the packages were counterfeit. Officers said the fake stamps came from Hong Kong. During the 2024 fiscal year, 90% of the total CBP Intellectual Property Rights law violations that were seized came from China and Hong Kong. TRENDING STORIES: 3 children killed in fire at Atlanta apartment complex A Cobb woman was killed in her home. Now her estranged boyfriend will spend his life in prison Suspect, victim in deadly shooting at McDonald's in Gwinnett were coworkers, police say [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
