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New Postal Annex to open in June in Freiheit Village
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A new Postal Annex originally scheduled to open in late March at 2055 Central Plaza, Ste. 110, New Braunfels, will now be opening in June. The business will offer shipping, copy services, mailbox rentals, notary services and more. 432-553-5604.
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