UFCW 700 Issues Statement on Ft. Wayne Store Shooting

FT. WAYNE – Thursday, multiple shots were reported at the East State Blvd. Kroger in Ft. Wayne. According to police reports, there were no injuries and one person is currently in custody. United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 700 President Tracy Bartak and issued the following statement in response: “Our hearts go out to …

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Sec.-Treas. Merrell Retires

Congratulations to Sec.-Treas. Mike Merrell on his retirement! We are grateful for Mike’s many years in service to the members of UFCW Local 700 and wish him the very best!

UFCW700 Statement on Waynedale Kroger Tragedy

“Our hearts are filled with sadness and grief over today’s horrific event. UFCW Local 700 will continue to work to so our members have the resources they need to cope with this trauma and so that they are safe at work.” – UFCW Local 700 President Tracy Bartak Union Representatives will provide more information to …

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UFCW Local 700 Scholarship Program Opens

UFCW Local 700 proudly awards $22,000 per year in scholarships to members or dependents. Applicants must be UFCW Local 700 members in good standing, or their legal dependents; have graduated or will graduate from high school or are currently enrolled in college or trade school; must have completed the SAT or ACT; and must be accepted …

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UFCW Local 700 Endorses Jennifer McCormick

UFCW Local 700 puts dinner on the table for Hoosier families with more than 13,000 members in supermarkets and food packing, processing, and manufacturing plants.  We believe a better life comes from the power of standing together. So that’s what our union family fights for every day: Better wages, better benefits, schedules that give working people control over their lives, and safe …

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UFCW Local 700 Extends Scholarship Deadline

UFCW Local 700 proudly awards $22,000 per year in scholarships to members or dependents. Applicants must be UFCW Local 700 members in good standing, or their legal dependents; have graduated or will graduate from high school or are currently enrolled in college or trade school; must have completed the SAT or ACT; and must be accepted …

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UFCW Local 700 Announces Highlights of Proposed Contract with Southern Illinois Meat

UFCW Local 700 reached a tentative agreement with Kroger for a new, four-year Southern Illinois Meat Contract. The proposed contract raises pay and protects your benefits: Should you have any questions, please contact your Union Representative. Your Union Negotiating Committee, Officers, and Staff recommend a YES VOTE TO APPROVE the proposed contract. Special thanks to …

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