Goin' Postal - Yucaipa

02/23/2026

📬📦 Why You Should Always Remove Old Labels from Shipping Boxes! 📦📬

When reusing boxes for new shipments, don't forget to remove old shipping labels. Why?

Avoid Delivery Mix-ups: Old labels can confuse sorting systems, leading to delays or misdeliveries.

Prevent Incorrect Information: You don't want your old shipment details getting mixed up with the new ones.

Take a few seconds to remove (or cover) the old labels to ensure your package gets where it’s supposed to go!

02/13/2026

02/10/2026

🥳 Congratulations to Yucaipa local Janice Balmforth, winner of January's Customer Appreciation gift basket raffle.

The gift basket, crafted by Not Your Sister’s T**z, included a "God Bless Yucaipa" tshirt and mug.

⭐️ Thank you for supporting small / local businesses.

02/03/2026

**NEW USPS Postmark Rule**

Effective December 24, 2025, a new USPS rule clarifies that postmarks represent the date mail is processed at a *regional* facility, not necessarily the day of drop-off. This change may delay the postmark date by 1–2 days, potentially impacting deadlines for mail-in ballots, tax payments, and bill payments.

Delayed Postmarking: Items dropped in blue boxes or collected by carriers might not be postmarked until they reach a regional processing center, which can take an extra day.

Manual Postmarks: Customers can ensure a same-day postmark by visiting a retail post office counter and requesting a manual postmark.

Impact on Time-Sensitive Items: For voting or tax filing, mailing early is advised to avoid, for example, late penalties from a postmark date that is one day after the actual mailing.

01/28/2026

📦 Ship With Confidence 📦

Did you know most parcels automatically include up to $100 in insurance? That means built-in protection if your item is lost or damaged.

Shipping something more valuable? For a small additional cost, extra insurance can save you from a big headache.

Insure it. Ship it. Relax. ✅️

01/23/2026

🚚 Packing a package or moving boxes? Don't just slap a single strip of tape down the middle — use the "H" method instead! It's a game-changer for keeping your stuff safe. Here's why it matters + how to do it right:

The "H" taping method creates a super-strong seal by covering all the major weak points on your box flaps.

Why it's so important:

•Prevents the flaps from popping open during ROUGH handling, drops, or stacking in transit.
•Distributes stress evenly across the box (especially the center seam where most failures happen).
•Gives extra reinforcement on the edges — the spots that tear first on heavy or overpacked boxes
•Reduces the chance of your package arriving torn, spilled, or damaged.
•Saves you from sad "return to sender" situations or lost items!

01/17/2026

Good morning!! 🌞

In addition to offering UPS and USPS services, I also offer FedEx Ground & Express services.

All FedEx returns/drop-offs accepted, up to a maximum weight limit of 150 lbs!

*Located at 34366 Yucaipa Blvd, Ste. C, in the Chase Bank / Dairy Queen shopping center*

01/14/2026

Always be mindful of mailing & shipping regulations.

https://facts.usps.com/sending-kids-in-the-mail

01/12/2026

Good Morning! Here's a random postal fun fact to start your day. 🌞

https://facts.usps.com/delivering-coconuts/

12/30/2025

Tired of waiting in long lines at bigger retailers to drop off your AMAZON returns? I'm here to offer an additional option.

If you have a box OR packaging for your item, select the option below to drop your returns off quickly.

**Located in the Chase Bank / Dairy Queen shopping center**

34366 Yucaipa Blvd, Ste C
909-474-2100

12/24/2025

🥳 Congratulations to Yucaipa local Inga Brannon, winner of December's 'Customer Appreciation' gift basket raffle.

The gift basket, crafted by Not Your Sister’s T**z, included a Christmas-themed tshirt, glass mug, and jar of aromatic bath salts.

Wishing you all a safe and Merry Christmas/Happy Holidays!! 🎄💝

12/01/2025

🥳 Congratulations to Yucaipa local Veronica Kramer, winner of November's 'Customer Appreciation' gift basket raffle.

The gift basket contained a Thanksgiving-themed tshirt and glass mug, crafted by Not Your Sister’s T**z.

Next time you stop by to drop off or send a package, don't forget your entry for December's gift basket, sure to make a perfect holiday gift.

🌟 Thank you for supporting local small businesses 🌟