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The Aviary Recovery Center provides healing and recovery for those struggling with addiction
2+ hour, 14+ min ago (890+ words) By BRUCE DARNELL Correspondent The patient's family told him it was hard to view him as a role model due to his alcoholism. Still, he said he only became convinced to put both feet into recovery after seeing someone else…...
Machinists District 9 helps Sleep in Heavenly Peace build bunk beds for local children
2+ hour, 2+ min ago (100+ words) The Labor Tribune 9 Alton, IL " Fifteen members of Machinists District 9 from five different locals teamed up with Sleep in Heavenly Peace here to build bunk beds for local children in need on June 13 Assisting in the effort was District 9 Assistant…...
DRIVE AMERICAN: 2027 Silverado is all new
2+ hour, 18+ min ago (616+ words) It was 28 years ago that the first Chevrolet Silverado was offered as a standalone model. Up to that point Silverado was a top-tier luxury trim package for Chevrolet C/K pickup trucks, which launched in 1960 and ran for nearly four…...
Machinists Local 777 awards scholarships to two outstanding students
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (387+ words) By JESSIE CHAFIN Correspondent Bridgeton, MO " Machinist Local 777 awarded two scholarships at its monthly meeting on June 11 at its union hall in Bridgeton. This marks the third year Local 777 has granted scholarships to students looking to make a career in…...
Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562 member running for Jefferson County Council seat
2+ hour, 5+ min ago (352+ words) By SHERI GASSAWAY Missouri Correspondent Hillsboro, MO " Josh Williams, a 19-year member of Plumbers and Pipefitter Local 562, is running for the District 7 seat on the Jefferson County Council. Williams, a pro-Labor Republican, has been endorsed by the Jefferson County Labor…...
Legislature's resistance to data centers, lack of progress on legislative priorities behind Illinois AFL-CIO's decision to defer election endorsements
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (676+ words) One of the major issues leading to the Illinois AFL-CIO decision not to endorse any candidates for the upcoming election was data centers, according to one local leader. B. Dean Webb, president of the Greater Madison County Federation of Labor, said…...
Top 10 water safety tips for families
2+ hour, 15+ min ago (565+ words) It's summer swim time. Swimming is not only excellent exercise but also a way for families to bond and create lasting memories. Whether you're enjoying a backyard pool, spending the day at the lake or visiting the beach, water activities…...
Pro-active union healthcare plan saves California Ironworker's life
2+ hour, 16+ min ago (549+ words) By ANDREW RODINE Ironworkers Local 118" I make my living as an ironworker. It is a physically demanding career that takes a serious toll on your body over time. When you work long hours on tough jobs, you learn to push…...
7/2/26 Trophy Hunts: Send us your best shot
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This Week in Labor History June 29 -July 5
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (425+ words) JUNE 29 1954 " The Boilermaker and Blacksmith unions merge to become Int'l Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers. 1987 " The newly-formed Jobs with Justice stages its first big support action, backing 3, 000 picketing Eastern Airlines mechanics at Miami Airport. 1988 " The…...