Owensboro Council of Labor, AFL CIO

11/13/2025

☕ TOMORROW — November 13
Union Starbucks baristas are ready to turn Red Cup Day into the Red Cup Rebellion if Starbucks fails to finalize a fair contract.

With a 92% YES vote, they’ve authorized an Unfair Labor Practice strike to demand: fair pay, enough hours to live on, and an end to hundreds of labor law violations

📢 Don’t cross the picket line.
📢 Don’t buy Starbucks during the strike.
📢 Stand with Starbucks Workers United.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the veterans who have served our country—and continue to serve our communities every day as union members, public employees, and advocates for working families.

Many veterans find careers in public service, including at the VA, where federal employees—many represented by AFGE—work tirelessly to care for those who served. Protecting their jobs and ensuring they have the resources they need is part of how we honor our veterans year-round.

This Veterans Day, we thank all who have worn the uniform and reaffirm our commitment to defending the dignity, rights, and livelihoods of every worker who served.

11/05/2025

Teamsters Local 89 will be holding a candlelight vigil for those lost, injured or affected by the tragic crash of UPS Flight 2976.

The vigil will take place at our Union Hall on Thursday, November 6th at 5:00 PM.

Local 89’s chaplain will lead those gathered in a prayer, and others will share words of encouragement. All members and community allies are welcome to attend.

11/05/2025

In light of the tragic plane accident earlier this evening at UPS Worldport, we have been notified by the Company that tonight's Next Day Air sort is canceled and members should remain home so that emergency crews can focus on containing the damage. Tomorrow's Second say air sort is currently planned to continue as scheduled, however we advise members to contact their management team for further instructions in case this changes.

The crash occurred after the plane had cleared UPS Worldport where our members work, and while we are thankful that this accident occurred away from the vast majority of our members, our hearts break for those who have been injured or lost their lives. Our thoughts are with our union family in the Independent Pilots Association during this tragic moment.

11/05/2025

We were proud to stand shoulder to shoulder in solidarity with our union brothers and sisters across the Commonwealth at the Kentucky State AFL-CIO 36th Biennial Convention.

This convention brought all us together and formed strong resolutions moving forward the Labor Movement in Kentucky!

We showed not only does Labor stand united but we stand strong with our communities!

Even with short notice Labor delivered over 1700 pounds of food and thousands in donations to help the community where the convention was held!

"The People United, Will Never Be Divided!"

11/03/2025

Always proud of Labor standing together with our communities!

11/03/2025

11/02/2025

Tonight we were honored to purchase a table and support the Alma Randolph Charitable Foundation for their Annual Black and White Gala!

The work the foundation has been able to accomplish in its 32 year history is remarkable. What started off as a program that made sure children of disadvantaged families were provided clothes for school expanded into the H.U.T.S. (Hands Up To Succeed) program in 2016.

The foundation finished its 92nd H.U.T.S. home this year since 2016. The foundation focuses on giving its recipients a "Hand Up not a Hand Out." Multiple past recipients spoke on the importance of the Hand Up the foundation provided and it was definitely a moving testimonial!

10/28/2025

Western Kentucky, we’re coming for you!

Day of Action Rally — Circus Square Park, Bowling Green | Sunday, 2–4 PM (CT)

Join us for an afternoon with dynamic speakers: union leaders from across the state and beyond, elected officials, and community leaders. We’ll have a sign-making station, union posters to take home, and tables with community organizations, including info on how to join a union.

This is something you don't want to miss. Show up. Stand up. Fight back. All working people are welcome.

Let’s make our voices heard!

10/25/2025

Young Workers across the state gathered yesterday to see how they could get more involved in their Unions and beyond.

The workers left this summit energized and ready to organize!

Sometimes it's the simple things like getting together after work with your co-workers to have a meal and discussing how you can make things better in the workplace!

If you are a worker looking to build solidarity in your workplace, form a union!

If you need help on where to start the AFL-CIO can point you in the right direction! https://ky.aflcio.org/JoinAUnion

10/20/2025

This event is something our Young Union Members won't want to miss!

The deadline to register is Wednesday.

10/07/2025

When Working People Stand Together We Win!

The fight we’re sold isn’t the fight we’re in.

We’re pitted against our neighbors, coworkers, and communities—but the real fight is for each other, not against. History shows us that working people, despite our differences, have repeatedly stood together against corporate power and exploitative systems that try to keep us desperate and overworked.

The victories of those who came before us show the path forward: solidarity is how we win the future we deserve.