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April 16, 2026

West Meridian P.O. Temporarily Suspends Operations

Meridian, MS — The U.S. Postal Service’s priority is the safety and well-being of its customers and employees.

The West Meridian, MS Post Office, located at 708 45th Avenue, Meridian, MS 39307, temporarily has suspended operations due to building repairs.

The U.S. Postal Service apologizes to its customers for any inconvenience. Customers will be advised of the resumption of operations at the West Meridian Post Office as quickly as possible, once repairs have been completed.

Customers may conduct retail transactions, including purchasing stamps, mailing letters, and shipping packages, at the Meridian Post Office at 2100 9th Street, Meridian, MS 39301-9998. Post Office Box customers, with proper identification, also may pick up their mail at this location during regular business hours.

Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Meridian Post Office is closed on Sunday.

Customers are reminded of the many transactions that may be conducted at www.usps.com, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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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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