Post offices closed in Kentucky and nationwide Thursday. Here’s why.

By Beth Musgrave

January 7, 2025 2:48 PM

A United States Postal worker makes a delivery with gloves and a mask in Warren, Mich., Thursday, April 2, 2020. The U.S. Postal Service is keeping post offices open but ensuring customers stay at least 6 feet (2 meters) apart. The agency said it is following guidance from public health experts, although there is no indication that the new coronavirus COVID-19 is being spread through the mail. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) Paul Sancya The Associated Press

U.S. Post offices in Kentucky and nationwide will largely be closed Thursday as part of a federal day of observance for former President Jimmy Carter.

USPS will not deliver mail and will close retail locations on Thursday. Limited package delivery services will still be available, according to a release from USPS posted on its website.

“Local managers will advise employees on staffing levels to maintain limited package delivery operations and prepare for the resumption of regular activities Friday, Jan. 10,” according to the USPS.

Carter died Dec. 29 at 100. He was the longest-living U.S. president.

All federal facilities, including U.S. Post offices, are required to fly U.S. Flags at half-staff until Jan. 29.

Beth Musgrave

Lexington Herald-Leader

Beth Musgrave has covered government and politics for the Herald-Leader for more than a decade. A graduate of Northwestern University, she has worked as a reporter in Kentucky, Indiana, Mississippi, Illinois and Washington D.C. Support my work with a digital subscription

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