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Nebraska meat packers approve first ever paid leave for workers in new union contract
2 Nov 2021
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FREMONT - Wholestone Farms in Fremont recently approved a new contract for meat packing workers.
On Saturday, the company announced a new three-year union contract that includes the first ever paid sick leave provided by the company. The contract will also strengthen pay, healthcare coverage, and retirement benefits.
UFCW Local 293, the union for these pork plant workers, called the contract a 'strong recognition of service by the men and women of the meat packing industry, who have stepped up during the nationwide pandemic.
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The Department of Economic Development has opened applications for the Microenterprise Assistance Program. Up to $1,000,000 in Micro-Lending and up to $2,000,000 in Micro-Technical Assistance funds will be awarded this cycle. Applications must be submitted to the Department no later than 5:00 p.m. on December 1, 2021.
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BEATRICE – The City of Beatrice has appointed a Finance Director to take over when long-time city employee and Finance Director Linda Koch retires early next year. The Beatrice City Council approved the appointment of Hannah Bell, Monday night…who will be promoted effective January 8th. Bell started as an assistant...
Honoring and Supporting Our Veterans
Nov 1 2021America is the greatest country in the world because our Constitution recognizes God-given human rights and protects individual liberties. Our Republic has endured for nearly two-and-a-half centuries due to the blood, sweat, and sacrifice of our military veterans. Veterans Day is an opportunity for Nebraskans to thank the veterans who’ve...
