Bronson post office on the chopping blockSioux City JournalWhy: Residents can ask questions and voice their concerns about the proposed closure of the city's post office. BRONSON, Iowa — Bronson residents may have to drive to Moville, Iowa, to send packages or registered letters if the US Postal Service …Post …
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Read More »Plans to close Post Office – Wellington Daily News
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Read More »Wesleyville Post Office rally set for 11 a.m.
A rally is scheduled in Wesleyville at 11 a.m. to voice community opposition to the U.S. Postal Service’s plans to close the borough’s post office branch. More: continued here
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