New post office coming to Jefferson County after mold forced old office to close
WINCHESTER (KSNT) - A new post office is coming to the Jefferson County area to help residents get their mail to where it needs to be.
The office of Kansas Senator Roger Marshall announced in a press release on Dec. 11 that Winchester will be receiving a new post office. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) anticipates construction of the new post office to begin in 2025 after finalizing a new lease agreement with the City of Winchester.
"The City of Winchester has waited on approval too long for its new postal facility," Marshall said. "The lack of a mail service hub in this community has had far-reaching consequences, causing significant delays and frustrations for residents."
The USPS closed the old post office in 2021 due to mold issues, forcing the city to condemn the structure. Residents were forced to drive to the nearby town of Oskaloosa to mail their letters and packages.
"Last week in our USPS hearing, I called on Postmaster General DeJoy to take action and end the delays in Winchester, and I am proud to announce that from that call to action, we were able to get him to step in and get this project across the finish line," Marshall said. "This is a huge development for Winchester and a positive good faith step by the USPS in working with us to restore reliable mail service for all Kansans. We will continue to address the statewide concerns at the highest levels."
The City of Winchester has a little less than 450 residents, according to The League of Kansas Municipalities. You can find a USPS post office near you by using this link.
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