I spotted this bright black marker as I passed through the city of Arcadia. It is located in a…read moresmall park and there is some street parking. The historic district looks lovely and perhaps I will get to spend some time here. It reads, "The Arcadia Historic District comprises fifty-eight blocks within 340 acres that embody the city's development from the founding of its post office in 1883 through the late 1920s. The Town of Arcadia was incorporated in 1886 following the arrival of the first train that year and the area's subsequent growth. In November 1888, voters selected Arcadia as the county seat of DeSoto County, which was established in 1887. The City of Arcadia was incorporated in 1901. The heart of the district is a commercial zone extending 18 blocks and consisting of buildings constructed between 1900 and the late 1920s. Three buildings that survived the devastating 1905 downtown fire, and those that were rebuilt, are generally masonry vernacular in style. The district's most imposing structure is the 1912 Classical Revival courthouse. Residential neighborhoods of mostly frame vernacular homes from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries surround the commercial area. Listed on the National Register in 1984, the district retains remarkable historical and architectural integrity as reflected in its churches, residences, and schools, as well as commercial, governmental,and industrial buildings." [Review 12752 overall, 64 of 2020.]

The people who work inside this post office are extremely helpful and nice. Having said that, I…read moresent a thank you note that was quite important to me several days after Christmas. Of course it did not show up and I reported it several times. Happy to report it showed up the end of April! On a good note, it did show up. I was so worried that the receiver of the letter would think I had not been truthful about sending one but lo and behold the postmark proved it! Whew, better late than never I guess.

This location is horrible. They do not pick up the phones at all. I have been calling for the past…read more3 days and no one answers. Not sure exactly why they list a phone number on their website. The person who delivers needs to be retrained. I have gotten a sorry we missed you letter placed in my mailbox 2 times. I am still trying to figure out why they haven't tried me at my home. Clearly, no one lives inside my mailbox. I will escalate this matter to cooperate. They need to crack down on this. Not even a 1 star is deserved.

This marker stands in front of the Fort Ogden post office on US 17. It points out some of the…read moreearliest settler history of the area, predating the Civil War. There is a parking lot here for the post office and you can use it to view the marker. There is a crossover for the highway if you are heading northbound. The marker reads, "As white settlers moved into Florida, demands increased for the removal of the Seminole Indians to a western reservation. The Seminoles failed to cooperate, and in 1835 the conflict known as the Second Seminole War began. By 1841, the Indians were still entrenched in central and south Florida. Campaign plans for that year aimed at clearing Indians from the area between the Withlacoochee River and the frontier and then attacking Indian bands in Big Cypress Swamp. To sustain the wide-ranging troops, detached camps were established at various points. Camp Ogden, named for Captain Edmund Ogden of the 8th U.S. Infantry, seems to have been established in July, 1841, as an advanced position for the Big Cypress campaign. In addition, 55 canoes were constructed for the next winter's Everglades expedition. Before the camp was abandoned in the fall, an influential Indian leader, Coacoochee, visited Camp Ogden. The community of Fort Ogden developed in this citrus and cattle region in the last part of the 19th century and took its name from the Second Seminole War camp. Fort Ogden's post office, established in 1876, is the oldest in DeSoto County to be in continuous service." The text is the same on both sides. [Review 16802 overall - 1526 in Florida - 315 of 2022.]

When I have something delicate to send, there is no place other than mail station to go to!!! Tim…read morewraps and packed everything so carefully that nothing has ever broken. I now live downtown and still go to Tim to send my packages. Tim and Sue are such nice people And they do quality work, can't ask for more than that.

THE BEST SHIPPING PRICES AROUND!!!!!!…read more Today I was told by THE UPS STORE right around the corner from THE MAIL STATION they just didn't feel like making a box to ship my item. (UPS OWNER literally said they didn't feel like dealing with making a box) I was in a panic, this spraying machine HAD to be shipped! We have a huge job in KNOX that needed it ASAP. Although it was a little bulky and 46lbs, Tim and Sue offered me shipping and never made me feel like a burden, not to mention they helped me 20 mins before closing! ANGELS!! Thank you guys so much.

It's been good, cordial staff and is a cozy place…read more Often, a wait.. Multiple services are available.

I usually have a favorable experience at this UPS location, but today was frustrating. We often…read morecome here for returns, and while I appreciate the convenience, the store felt a bit messy and disorganized today. One of my packages required a printed label, but unfortunately, their system couldn't scan the barcode, even though the address was clearly visible. I asked if they could manually enter the address, but they said they needed a scannable barcode for the truck. When I offered to email them the label to print, I was surprised to learn there was a $1.25 charge for label printing--even though the issue seemed to be with their system. I understand policies are in place for a reason, but it felt disappointing as a loyal customer to be nickel-and-dimed for something beyond my control. I left without completing my business there which was also terribly disappointing. Hopefully, this is just a one-off experience, but I will probably try a different location next time. Also, for those interested, it looks like they no longer carry greeting cards, which I had photographed in a previous review.

LaBelle had its beginning as a settlement in the 1880's. Captain Francis A. Hendry, a Condederate…read moreofficer during the Civil War purchased land after the war for his home and a large cattle ranch. He founded the town of LaBelle naming it after his daughters Laura June and Carrie Belle. Tcounty of Hendry Florida was Captain Hendry. In the early 20th century E. E. Goodno began purchasing land in the LaBelle area from Francis A. Hendry eventually owning the majority of the Hendry holdings. Goodno's additions to LaBelle soon grew the town to twenty times the size of the original subdivision. The Downtown LaBelle Historic District is a U.S. Historic District in LaBelle Florida that was designated on March 25, 1999. The three acre district is on the 300 Block of North Bridge Street. It contains nine historic buildings that reflect the development of this rural community between the years of 1911 to 1945. The buildings in the district were used for business, social gatherings, and housing. The primary architectural style is Frame Vernacular. There is also a Mediterranean Revival and Moderne style of the type that was popular in Florida during the 1920s to the 1940s. The Curtis Honey House is located in a mercantile from the 1920's. It has been a landmark here since 1954 selling locally produced honey and honey product. Rudy and Maggie's Me & My Girls Antiques and Home Decor in the historic Susan Doub Store and has become a destination for both collectors and browsers. The LaBelle Heritage Museum in located in the Historic 1912 William Hardy Poole Store & Residence. These are just a few of the historic buildings in this district. The historic district of downtown LaBelle is small and very charming. The district is anchored by the beautiful Barron Park on the the Caloosahatchee River. A stroll down the street is like a walk back to a simpler time. The city is currently at work trying to attract more businesses into this area.

This marker is located in front of Barron Park where Park Avenue meets Bridge Street as you enter…read moreLaBelle from the north. It is in excellent condition and has the same text on both sides. It reads, "Downtown LaBelle Historic District. In 1895, prominent landowner and cattleman Captain Francis A. Hendry (1833-1917) platted a townsite at LaBelle, which was first settled as a center for cattle and citrus industries. A post office, general store, school, and a church were eventually built, and LaBelle became the first town and commercial center in what became Hendry County. Although Hendry is credited with settling LaBelle, E.E. Goodno (1858-1936), who purchased Hendry's former land holdings in 1903 and financed many of the town's first improvements, is recognized as the "Father of LaBelle." LaBelle's historic business district extends along and near Bridge Street from the Caloosahatchee River south to Hickpockee Avenue. At one time, both sides of the street were lined with commercial establishments, some of which featured living accommodations on the second floor. Sadly, many early downtown buildings were destroyed in a 1928 fire, but some have survived, including the Poole Store (1911), First Bank of LaBelle (1925), the Royal Poinciana/Newcomb Bakery (1911-1912 --one of the buildings constructed for both commercial and residential use). The Downtown LaBelle Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I did not spend much time in LaBelle and will be looking forward to returning. [Review 14818 overall, 320 of 2021, number 1307 in Florida.]

Aletha at the Bee Ridge children's world post Office…read moreprovided LEGENDARY Customer Svc. Althea was very customer forward in Her knowledge, attitude And professionalism. Very refreshing.

Thoughtful pleasant people with good attitude. Good God! …read more.. and I was at a POST OFFICE!!! Wow... a def first!! Have a nice Holiday folks!!

Very long lines at 250 pm. Shipping supplies in the lobby are quite a mess and they're out of…read morecertain sizes -- more shipping supplies available in the room with the cashiers .

They totally screwed up mail forwarding while I had to be out of town. They rarely answer the…read morephone. One person doesn't know what the other is doing. I couple of times, they answered, set the phone down, I could hear back ground shuffling and talking, and then they hung up the phone 15 seconds later. HORRIBLE

There are a few places that still exist that can only be discovered when they find you…read more Located just before the El Jobean bridge on State Road 776. Unseen by most,because of its remote location within the Myakka State Park forest. Originally, in the early 1900s it was the home of El Jobean's only post offices/ general store by a visionary named, Joel Bean. Today the historical property remains intact as a restaurant and lounge for local musicians. Ironically the history of Joel Bean can be best defined in verse 9 of a song titled The Ballads of El Jobean. "But there is only one here who has visions Of a city not so mean That shall rise above the present To dream of El Jobean" Should you visit this property you will find yourself surrounded by local and ageless musicians playing songs like that one. Along with a handful of other travelers and visionaries who have answered the calling to the sound of old El Jobean.