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USPS DIM Pricing Change July 12 – Fractions round up, bulky boxes may cost more

USPS Dimensional Pricing Is Changing July 12

USPS is changing how it calculates dimensional (DIM) pricing starting July 12. If your shipment is large and light, you may see higher prices than you're used to.

May 31, 2026Read More
USPS Rate Hike 2026 – Costs jump April 26

USPS Rate Hike Coming!

USPS is calling this a "temporary price adjustment" to deal with rising transportation costs. They're looking at an average 8% increase across the services most of us use every day.

April 9, 2026Read More
On April 21st Vote NO – Stop Gerrymandering

Vote NO on April 21

Why Virginians Should Vote NO – Protect Fair Representation and Stop Gerrymandering. On April 21, Virginians will face an important decision that could shape the state's political landscape for years to come.

March 30, 2026Read More
Apple Privacy – The Illusion of Anonymity

The Illusion of Anonymity

For years, Apple has positioned itself as the "privacy-first" tech giant. However, a recent federal investigation has shattered the illusion of anonymity surrounding one of its flagship paid services: Hide My Email.

March 30, 2026Read More
USPS in Crisis – Are stamp prices skyrocketing?

Return to Sender?

I'll be honest: I don't think about the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) much until I'm waiting on something important. So when I saw headlines suggesting USPS is warning that mail delivery could stop, I did a double take.

March 27, 2026Read More
Done with your taxes? Now is a great time to clean out all those old documents!

What to Do With Old Documents

Spring is finally here in the New River Valley — and that means it's time to open the windows, declutter the closets, and tackle all the stuff you've been putting off since last year.

March 17, 2026Read More
Virginia House Bills – Just Say No to New State Taxes

No New State Taxes!

Across these 2026 Virginia bills, two clear themes emerge: expanding government collection mechanisms and increasing the financial/administrative friction that residents and small businesses feel in day-to-day life.

January 7, 2026Read More