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New U.S. mail trucks hitting Tri-Cities routes look like a platypus. Take a look

The U.S. Postal service is investing millions to update its sorting and delivery center in Pasco. While much of the work involves sorting equipment and behind-the-scenes upgrades away from public view, that is changing.

As area motorists have already noticed, old-school mail trucks are giving way to modern, sometimes awkward-looking delivery vehicles. On Wednesday, USPS officials gathered in Pasco to share an update on ongoing renovations to the 100,000-square-foot center at 3600 W. Court St. and to draw attention to the mist visible change to date: Next-generation vehicles with platypus-style hoods.

 

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