After a Palmetto, Georgia USPS facility opened, on-time deliveries dropped from 90 percent to a shocking 36 percent. Along with crucial documents such as court orders, prescription medications weren’t being delivered to many Georgians.

ATLANTA — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff is pressing the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to ensure timely delivery of prescriptions, medications, and Veterans Affairs (VA) appointment notices to Georgia’s veterans following numerous reports of delays.

Sen. Jon Ossoff says he's heard from Georgia veterans who have been waiting for prescription medication and time-sensitive VA notices that have been delayed in the mail.

Afterward, Carter’s remains will be flown back to his native Georgia for a private service and burial ... Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now USPS facilities across the country will be closed and retail services halted. Only limited package ...

The U.S. Postal Service is closing all post office locations and suspending regular mail services on Thursday for the National Day of Mourning honoring Carter.

While USPS mail and deliveries will be delayed, UPS and FedEx pickup and delivery services will continue as usual. Generally, UPS and FedEx office locations remain open as well. Business hours vary by location.

The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is warning Macon-Bibb County residents about continued mail theft targeting blue U.S. Mail collection boxes, where thieves are stealing and forging checks.