News & Highlights
Tradeswomen Honored
The year’s Women Building Success Awards program for 2025 had two “firsts”: No. 1. They had co-winners in the Tradeswomen in Leadership category. According to board member Jenny Winkelaar, this was a “highly-debated category.” Nothing in the recommendations could sway…
Rochester Welding Competition Grows by Challenging Students
Minnesota high school students participated in a welding competition held at Local 6 Pipefitters Training Center in Rochester. Several hundred more came to the facility to attend a career fair.
Hennepin County Obtains Minnesota’s First Ever Wage Theft Conviction
In early April a Hennepin County trial judge obtained the first criminal conviction for wage theft in Minnesota history. It represents a significant milestone for union trades labor in Minnesota.
Amid a Buzz for Apprenticeships, Minnesota Explores Accessibility
Looking to help fill skilled labor shortages, Minnesota could boost support through legislative action for Building Strong Communities, a program that opens its arms to disadvantaged populations.
