USPS Announces Shipping Rate Increases for 2025
On Friday, Nov. 15, 2024, the United States Postal Service (USPS) filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) for price increases on Competitive shipping services that would take effect on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025. This measure would raise shipping prices by approximately 3.2 percent for Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express, 3.9 percent for USPS Ground Advantage and 9.2 percent for Parcel Select. These changes to Competitive products come on the heels of September’s announcement that the USPS would…
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Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) Announces Strike
On Friday, Nov. 15 at 12:01 a.m. ET, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) announced its intention to begin a national strike, affecting Canada Post’s operations across the country and interrupting service for millions of Canadian businesses and individuals. This news comes just days after Canada Post received strike notices from the union on Nov. 12. What Should Customers Expect? According to Canada Post, customers should expect delays due to the strike activity. “Mail and parcels will not be…
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Are Retro Catalogs Making a Comeback?
The official relaunching of J. Crew’s iconic print catalog begs the question: are retro catalogs about to come back in a big way? Many of us remember the massive influence held by the Sears catalog before its retirement in 1993, which helped establish the brand’s dominance in the American market throughout much of the 20th century. In the 21st century, many retailers ceased the production of their consumer catalogs and began focusing their efforts on digital marketing strategies such as…
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How Switching to a New Printer Can Refresh Your Publication
Have you been feeling like your publication is due for an update? If the arrival of your latest print run no longer gives you that excited feeling, it might be time to consider a fresh perspective and a new printing partner. This article will go into some of the ways switching to a new printing partner can help breathe new life into your publication, giving you a fresh product that your customers are sure to love. Offering a Fresh Perspective…
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Why Comic Book Fantasy Still Captivates Hearts
When I examine myself and my methods of thought, I come to the conclusion that the gift of fantasy has meant more to me than any talent for abstract, positive thinking.Albert Einstein (1879 – 1955) Physicist & Nobel Laureate Fantasy is as old as humanity itself. People love imagining, especially about things that are improbable or even impossible. Fantasy’s evolution began in oral traditions that later developed into fantasy literature and drama. It remains enormously popular. Today’s fantasy genre includes…
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Walsworth Brings Stephanie Maday Aboard as New Executive VP of Commercial Sales
Marceline, Missouri; Oct. 30, 2024 – Walsworth announced it has hired sales executive Stephanie Maday as the company’s new Executive Vice President of Commercial Sales and Board Member. Maday will be replacing Walsworth’s current Executive VP of Commercial Sales, David Grisa, who is retiring from the company in November. Maday will be based out of Walsworth’s Sales and Marketing office in Overland Park, Kansas. Maday comes to Walsworth with nearly 25 years of sales and management experience, more than 20 of…
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