2019 Local 1189 Scholarship Winners

Congratulations to these UFCW 1189 members who were each awarded a $1000 scholarship:

Hayden Bauer, employed at Cub Foods in Cottage Grove, will be attending St. Cloud State University:

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January 18th, 2019

Meet the Local's Servicing Stewards

Local 1189 Servicing Stewards provide a critical connection between the Union Representatives, Union Stewards at the work-site, and the members.  In an effort to reach more members more often, improve communication between members, stewards and the Union office, and increase visibility in the workplace, Local 1189's pioneer project continues to grow.  Union Servicing Stewards pictured with President Christensen are: (back row) Jake Lepak,  Essentia Duluth; Scottie Rotter, Festival Foods; Melissa Madison,St.

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December 21st, 2018

Stacy Spexet Joins Local 1189 Staff

Please join us in welcoming Stacy Spexet to the Local Union Staff. Stacy brings her enthusiam and many years of experience to our Duluth Office. Stacy summarized her Union history, "I have been a health care worker since 1997 working as a Clinical Assistant for what is now Essentia Health. I had an opportunity to be involved in organizing our clinic in 1999 and with encouragement of a fellow coworker that saw potential I became more and more active. I have been a steward, board member and negotiated numerous contracts before becoming a member of UFCW 1189."

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December 21st, 2018
Jennifer Christensen

Good Samaritan Nurses at Comforcare in Austin Ratify Increased Wages

Nurses ratified new wage rates for RN and LPNs working at Good Samaritan's Austin facility. The Agreement increased the hiring and experience wage grid and provided the majority of nurses (those hired before 12/1/2017) with $ .65/hour increases. Nurses still in their first year of service with the company would receive increases equal to the new wage grid. 

Comforcare wage reopener 2018.pdf

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December 10th, 2018

Cub Midway Celebrates Remodel with Grand Reopening

During the ribbon cutting ceremony held on December 6, 2018, UFCW 1189 members who are department heads at the Cub Midway store were recognized for their efforts and team work in the months-long remodel of their store.  The store now includes the popular popcorn shop, burrito bar, new bulk foods department and a hot foods bar.   Grand reopening events were held over the past weekend, but Local 1189 members are excited to show off everything their new store has to offer.  Stop in and see it!

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