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June 29, 2026

Glenville Post Office to Temporarily Close

USPS offers alternate location for mail pickup and retail operations

GLENVILLE, MN – Due to a vehicle incident causing structural damage to the building, the Postal Service will immediately suspend operations at the Glenville Post Office, 220 W Main St., 55036.

Beginning Tuesday, June 30, and throughout the temporary closure, Glenville customers may access P.O. Box mail and obtain retail services at the Albert Lea Post Office, 141 S. Newton Ave., Albert Lea MN 56007. Hours of operation at the Albert Lea Post Office are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
 
Street delivery to Glenville addresses will resume Tuesday, June 30.

There is no information on a reopening date for the Glenville Post Office.

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U.S. Postal Service Celebrates 250 Years

The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 172 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is celebrating its 250th year of service to customers amidst a network modernization plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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