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2026 UFCW 663 Educational Grants Now Open!

April 15, 2026

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Who’s eligible? We are awarding ten $1,000 educational grants to our members or their dependents to further their education. The winners will receive a one-time educational grant in the amount of $1,000 to be applied to the verified school for tuition, books, or room...

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Terminated by the Boss. Supported by his Steward. Reinstated by his Union.

April 9, 2026April 15, 2026

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David Benford has worked part-time at Cub Northside for two years. He grew up in North Minneapolis, and takes pride in serving the community he was raised in. He enjoys working alongside his coworkers and helping customers every day. David depends on this job...

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Workplace Justice Report – March 2nd, 2026

March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

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It’s Better in a Union March 2nd, 2026 Members at Kowalski’s Win More Than $5,000 in 401(k) Contributions Earlier in 2025, it came to our attention that Kowalski’s had exceeded their contractual limit of Group 3 employees by 57 workers. UFCW 663 took action...

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Informe de Justicia en el Trabajo

March 2, 2026April 7, 2026

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Es Mejor en un Sindicato 2 de marzo de 2026 Trabajadores en JBS Recuperan Sus Empleos y Se Eliminan Sanciones Injustas Los miembros en JBS en Worthington han reportado un aumento en sanciones injustas por parte de Recursos Humanos, causando incertidumbre y dificultades para...

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Workers Win Minnesota Paid Leave

February 4, 2026February 18, 2026

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UFCW 663, with a coalition of other pro-worker organizations, fought for and won Minnesota Paid Leave. Watch this short video for an overview of the program from UFCW 663 President Rena Wong and Secretary-Treasurer Michael LaCoste. To apply for Minnesota Paid Leave, visit https://paidleave.mn.gov/....

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UFCW 663’s Healthcare Plan Improvements Starting 2026

December 19, 2025February 18, 2026

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Grocery workers in UFCW 663 will soon enjoy lower deductibles, better vision and dental coverage, and reduced out-of-pocket maximums thanks to recent changes to their health fund. The updates to the UFCW 663 Minneapolis Retail Meat Cutters & Food Handlers (MRMC) Health & Welfare...

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Handwashing Awareness Month

November 25, 2025November 25, 2025

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December is Handwashing Awareness Month to educate people and highlight the importance of handwashing because it is the most effective way to stop the spread of illnesses. According to CDC, handwashing alone reduces the risk of getting sick by 40%. The most common ways...

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2025 Educational Grant Winners

November 18, 2025November 18, 2025

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UFCW Local 663 recognizes how important education is for the future growth of the young people in this country. We awarded ten education grants to our members or their dependents to further their education in 2025. The winners receive a one-time educational grant to...

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National Epilepsy Awareness Month

October 22, 2025October 22, 2025

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November is recognized as National Epilepsy Awareness Month to educate the public on this seizure disorder and support those living with it. Epilepsy is a long-term neurological condition that causes recurring, unprovoked seizures and affects about 3.4 million people in the United States. The...

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Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

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Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency. It happens when the heart stops beating suddenly and is the third leading cause of death in the United States. SCA can happen to anyone and is often fatal without immediate medical attention, the survival rate...

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2026 UFCW 663 Educational Grants Now Open!

Terminated by the Boss. Supported by his Steward. Reinstated by his Union.

Workplace Justice Report – March 2nd, 2026

Informe de Justicia en el Trabajo

Workers Win Minnesota Paid Leave

UFCW 663’s Healthcare Plan Improvements Starting 2026

Handwashing Awareness Month

2025 Educational Grant Winners

National Epilepsy Awareness Month

Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month

Minnesota’s UFCW Members Head to the Capitol to Fight for Good Jobs and Affordable Groceries for All

Workplace Justice Report – March 2nd, 2026

UFCW 663’s Healthcare Plan Improvements Starting 2026

Workers File Class Action suit against Hormel Foods

How One Steward Helped a Coworker Recover An Entire Year of Backpay

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

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