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Due to CDC recommendations the UFCW Local 227 office will be be open to visitors by appointment only. Please call 502-582-3508 to schedule your appointment. Union Representatives can be reached at their regular phone numbers should you need them. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but we must do our part to stop the spread of Coronavirus.

 
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September: National Suicide Awareness Month
September: National Suicide Awareness Month

Immediate Help and Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available 24/7:

Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Text HOME to 741741 to connect with the Crisis Text Line.

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Know Your Contract: 6 Myths About Claiming Hours at Kroger
Know Your Contract: 6 Myths About Claiming Hours at Kroger

Learn how claiming hours works under the Kroger union contract, including deadlines, seniority rights, common myths, and what to do if management says no.

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Save Big on Back-to-School Shopping with Your Union Benefits (2026 Edition)
Save Big on Back-to-School Shopping with Your Union Benefits (2026 Edition)

Back-to-school shopping can add up quickly, but your UFCW 227 union membership can help stretch your budget. Whether you're shopping for school supplies, a new laptop, clothes, or even glasses, your union benefits offer exclusive discounts to help you save.

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Union Victory: Kroger Pharmacy Worker Wins 8 Hours Pay After Lost Shift
Union Victory: Kroger Pharmacy Worker Wins 8 Hours Pay After Lost Shift

When a Kroger pharmacy couldn’t open, a worker lost a full day’s pay. The union stepped in and won 8 hours of pay, showing why workers shouldn’t lose income due to staffing issues.

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2026 Lincoln Financial Open Enrollment
2026 Lincoln Financial Open Enrollment

UFCW 227 members who work at Kroger can enroll in elective coverage through Lincoln Financial and make changes during open enrollment. Open enrollment for 2026 is August 1st-30th and these policies will be effective October 1st.

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UFCW 227 Mourns the Passing of President Bob Blair
UFCW 227 Mourns the Passing of President Bob Blair
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Union Victory at SFG: Worker Reinstated After Unfair Termination
Union Victory at SFG: Worker Reinstated After Unfair Termination

A worker was fired nearly two months after an incident, but the union fought back. Learn how a grievance led to reinstatement, back pay, and a win for fair process at SFG.

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Union Victory at Kroger: Union Member Wins $883 in Back Pay
Union Victory at Kroger: Union Member Wins $883 in Back Pay

A UFCW Local 227 grievance forced Kroger to correct a worker’s pay after a promotion and provide full retroactive back pay. See how the union enforced the contract.

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Kroger Store 903 Grievance Win: Stopping Overtime Abuse and Workplace Harassment
Kroger Store 903 Grievance Win: Stopping Overtime Abuse and Workplace Harassment

A grievance at Kroger Store 903 stopped management from abusing overtime practices and threatening workers, reinforcing the right to respect and fair treatment on the job.

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Union Grievance Wins Promotion at Pilgrim’s Pride in Mayfield KY
Union Grievance Wins Promotion at Pilgrim’s Pride in Mayfield KY

A worker at Pilgrim’s Pride in Mayfield, KY won his promotion after filing a union grievance. Learn how union contracts ensure fair promotions and accountability.

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