USPS

Living here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, we're used to seeing warnings issued about the weather, health threats and enhanced campaigns to nab speeders or drunk drivers. But a new alert for Minnesota has just been issued by the U.S. Post Office.

While the holiday season is still over six weeks away, the United States Postal Service has just released its holiday shipping deadlines for Minnesota.

These slight changes will add up over time.

Here's why.

Don't miss Stamp Out Hunger in Rochester on May 11th! Make a difference by donating non-perishable foods and leaving those near your mailbox.

The scams are never-ending these days.

If you've ever noticed any U.S. postal service vehicles here in Minnesota, perhaps you've noticed they never have license plates. This is why.

Three different text messages that were all scams showed up on my phone last week. You may have received these too but if not, look at the screenshots I grabbed and be ready. Since I didn't bite, these scammers are still very hungry.

This one is kind of obvious but is a good reminder that scammers are always trying.

If you walk out to get your mail here in Minnesota and see an orange or yellow sticker on your mailbox soon, here's what it means.