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USPS to Honor Pat Summitt and Willie Mays with Commemorative Stamps in 2027

USPS to Honor Pat Summitt and Willie Mays with Commemorative Stamps in 2027

USPS to Honor Pat Summitt and Willie Mays with Commemorative Stamps in 2027

Tennessee's Pat Summitt, Willie Mays join sports legends honored with USPS stamps

Tennessee's Pat Summitt, Willie Mays join sports legends honored with USPS stamps

Women's basketball coaching legend Pat Summitt and baseball icon Willie Mays will be featured on stamps in 2027, the U.S. Postal service announced.

U.S. Postal Service Unveils 2027 Stamp Program Featuring Sports Legends, Mythical Creatures, and Cultural Celebrations

U.S. Postal Service Unveils 2027 Stamp Program Featuring Sports Legends, Mythical Creatures, and Cultural Celebrations

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has announced a partial list of its 2027 stamp subjects, encompassing a diverse range of themes from sports icons to mythical creatures and cultural celebrations. Among the notable figures to be honored are basketball coaching legend Pat Summitt and baseball Hall of Famer Willie Mays, who will be featured in the Black Heritage series. The program also includes stamps celebrating the Lunar New Year – Year of the Goat, a new Love stamp, and a series dedicated to Unicorns. Additionally, the USPS will release stamps featuring 'Colorful Blooms,' a 'Celebrate' stamp for various occasions, and 'Veggies Forever' showcasing artfully styled vegetables. The 2027 collection will also commemorate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Flag, introduce a 'Mythical Creatures' set depicting regional folklore, and feature an 'E Pluribus Unum' stamp with Lady Liberty. A semipostal stamp for 'Cure Childhood Cancers' will be issued, along with stamps for Halloween and specialized 'You’re Invited' stam...

USPS reveals 2027 stamps. See the designs

USPS reveals 2027 stamps. See the designs

The U.S. Postal Service released some of its stamp designs for 2027. See what might be on your next envelope.

MLB News Outside the Confines: The kids are alright

MLB News Outside the Confines: The kids are alright

Rookie and Manager of the Year were announced. The GM meetings are underway and other Hot Stove speculation.

Scaling the Rocks: Star Rookies on Parade

Scaling the Rocks: Star Rookies on Parade

Colorado Rockies news and links for Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Route 66 Continues to Attract Travelers with Historic Charm and Quirky Attractions

Route 66 Continues to Attract Travelers with Historic Charm and Quirky Attractions

Route 66, often referred to as 'The Mother Road,' remains a popular destination for road trippers seeking history, unique roadside attractions, and the character of small American towns. A recent three-generation family trip across Missouri on historic Route 66 highlighted the enduring appeal of the route, emphasizing the journey itself over just reaching destinations. The trip began in St. Louis, with a walk across the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge to the Illinois state line, symbolizing the start of the historic highway. Along the way, travelers visited iconic stops such as Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, Meramec Caverns, Cuba (Mural City), the Gay Parita Sinclair gas station, and the Uranus Fudge Factory. The journey also included a detour to Red Oak II, a recreated town near Carthage, Missouri, offering a glimpse into local history and art. The experience underscored the importance of taking time to explore, interact with locals, and appreciate the unexpected discoveries along the route.

USPS Hosts Hiring Event in Fredericksburg for Mail Carrier and Logistics Roles

USPS Hosts Hiring Event in Fredericksburg for Mail Carrier and Logistics Roles

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is conducting a hiring event in Fredericksburg, Virginia, to recruit for mail carrier and logistics positions. The event, held at the Virginia Career Works – Fredericksburg Center, aims to fill multiple roles within the organization. USPS is offering competitive pay and federal benefits for these positions. Notably, no prior experience is required for applicants, as paid training will be provided to successful candidates. This initiative is part of USPS's ongoing efforts to staff its operations and ensure efficient mail and package delivery services. Interested individuals are encouraged to register for the event online or contact the Fredericksburg office for more information.

Willie Mays and Pat Summitt to be honored with U.S. Postal Service stamps next year

Willie Mays and Pat Summitt to be honored with U.S. Postal Service stamps next year

The U.S. Postal Service has announced plans to honor Willie Mays and Pat Summitt with stamps next year

JuJu Watkins returns as South Carolina and USC meet again in a fast-growing rivalry

JuJu Watkins returns as South Carolina and USC meet again in a fast-growing rivalry

No. 1 South Carolina will face third-ranked USC on Sunday for the third time in the past 12 months

Are banks, post offices open on Veterans Day? Here's what to know

Are banks, post offices open on Veterans Day? Here's what to know

Wednesday, Nov. 11 marks Veterans Day. Here's what to know about whether banks and post offices will be open or closed.

Researchers Discover Cellophane Bee Plastic Degrades Rapidly, Offering Insights for Sustainable Materials

Researchers Discover Cellophane Bee Plastic Degrades Rapidly, Offering Insights for Sustainable Materials

Researchers from Virginia Tech, the University of Tennessee, and the University of Minnesota have found that the plastic-like lining of cellophane bee nests breaks down significantly faster in ordinary soil compared to human-made plastics. This discovery, published on November 2 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, highlights a natural polyester produced by cellophane bees that closely resembles polyethylene, a common plastic. While polyethylene can persist for centuries, the bee material degrades within months to about a year. The study involved examining nests of the unequal cellophane bee (Colletes inaequalis) from Tennessee sites, observing that the linings remained intact for about four months, then cracked by seven months, and crumbled within approximately a year. Measurements showed that the polyester content in fresh linings, initially around 73% by weight, dropped to about 40% after just four months, indicating faster degradation than the silk component. This rapid breakdown is ...