For only the second time in my life, the rate for sending a letter is going down. The 49-cent rate was temporary and is set to expire next month. I believe all other rates (which went up in January) will remain at their new elevated rates.

http://www.aol.com/article/2016/02/29/stamp-prices-are-falling-by-2-cents-and-thats-bad-news-for-the/21320364/?intcmp=hplnws