New postmaster takes reigns in Hartley

There's a new face greeting customers at the Hartley Post Office.

Belinda Eppling, of Le Mars, took over the postmaster position on Dec. 4. She previously served the same role in Sanborn for four years and has been with the U.S. Postal Service for 23 years overall.

So far, she's liked what she's seen in the City With a Heart.

"I am enjoying meeting the residents of Hartley and helping them with their delivery, mailing and shipping needs," she said. "There are very friendly people here."

Eppling is the 23rd postmaster in Hartley's history. She succeeds Darla Meyer, who retired in 2020. Jonathan...