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On Labor Day, and On Election Day, It’s About Workers
During election years, and especially around this time of year, we hear politicians talk about the needs and concerns of “working men and women.” Less often, they’ll show they understand the real issues facing men and women at work or offer any idea or plan to address those needs andRead more
Local 110 Hosts 19th Annual Backpack Drive
Local 110 recently helped over 150 of its members' families with back-to-school supplies in our 19th Annual Backpack Drive. In all, 360 backpacks were filled with school supplies with the help of a handful of 110 retiree and apprentice volunteers! Thanks to everyone who volunteered! "'We believe that supportingRead more
Local 830 Donates School Supplies
Ste. Genevieve, Mo., Laborers' Local 830 is proud to support Bloomsdale Elementary by donating school supplies to help kick off the new school year! LIUNA is committed to the community and excited to see these students thrive. Here's to a great year ahead!
Local 840 Helps Prepare Students for the School Year
The Rolla, Missouri, Local 840 Volunteer Organizing Committee (VOC) put on a back to school drive for school supplies. Recently, they had the privilege of delivering them to Counselor Heidi at the Maries County R-2 School District elementary school in Belle, Mo. Thank you to all the members whoRead more
Local 839 Supports Disabled Sportsmen Fundraiser
Ste. Genevieve, Mo., Local 829 was proud to support Missouri Disabled Sportsmen’s third annual fundraiser. With 300 UTVs/Jeeps and 660 poker hands, our team helped with everything from setup to poker run stations. Huge thanks to volunteers Dustin Reese, Nick Payne, Jared, Eric, and Colte Boland, and Adam Langeneckert.Read more
Local 830 Helps Sponsor Jaycee’s Event
Members of the St. Genevieve, Mo., Local 830 Volunteer Organizing Committee (VOC) pitched in to help sponsor a recent Jaycee's event. Thanks to all the volunteers for helping make it a success!
Bloomington, Illinois, City Council Approves Labor Agreement
On Monday, July 22, 2024, the Bloomington City Council approved a new project labor agreement. The agreement applies to public works contracts exceeding $50,000. The project labor agreement is modeled on one already in use in Springfield, Ill., that has yielded good results. Impacts on the local community areRead more
Local 662 Helps Community Soup Kitchen Feed Those in Need
Members of the Jefferson City, Mo., Local 662 Volunteer Organizing Committee (VOC) prepared and served 313 meals for the Holts Summit Soup Kitchen. The soup kitchen serves an average of 200 meals per day, and demand for the soup kitchen has increased greatly since 2008. All of the foodRead more
Local 955 Pitches in to Help Injured Retiree
The Columbia, Mo., 955 Volunteer Organizing Committee (VOC) was back in action over the weekend. This VOC project was for Craig Robertson, a 69-year-old retired WireCo employee and Patriot Guard member from Kirksville, Mo. Craig, who enjoys farming, deer hunting, and family time, recently had his left leg amputatedRead more
Local 42 Helps Rebuild Homeless Shelter
Located in a basement of a St. Louis, Mo., church, the Peter and Paul Community Services Homeless Shelter is home to about 70 men and is open 365 days a year. The basic needs of shelter, food, showers, laundry, lockers and staff support are available nightly. Members of theRead more
Local 829 Landscapes for Arts Festival
Local 829 Volunteer Organizing Committee (VOC) members got their hands dirty reestablishing landscaping for the city of Ste. Genevieve, MO, and the Jour De Fete committee (annual arts and crafts festival that has been going on for over 40 years). With over 200 arts and crafts booths, plus hands-onRead more
2024 Tri-Funds Conference Wrap-Up
The 2024 LIUNA Midwest Region Tri-Funds Conference was held from June 9 through June 12 at Margaritaville Resort at Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. LIUNA Vice President and Midwest Regional Manager David A. Frye was joined by nearly 300 LIUNA leaders and representatives from the Midwest Region inRead more