- Fellow union members join Teamsters Local 175 picket in solidarity
- THE BEVERAGE MARKET MAKING MOCKERY OF NEGOTIATIONS
- THE BEVERAGE MARKET MAKING MOCKERY OF NEGOTIATIONS
- BEVERAGE MARKET SECURITY THROWS PICKETING EMPLOYEE TO THE GROUND
- THE BEVERAGE MARKET REFUSES TO TAKE TALKS SERIOUSLY
- TEAMSTERS AT THE BEVERAGE MARKET IN WEST VIRGINIA LAUNCH ULP STRIKE
- TEAMSTERS KICK OFF PUBLIC DISPUTE WITH THE BEVERAGE MARKET
- Critical Union Vote Sunday
- Teamsters at The Beverage Market Unanimously Reject Concessionary Offer
- Teamsters at Charleston/Logan WV Coca Cola Distribution Centers Reject Contract -- Strike is Looming
- Ceremony Tuesday in Barboursville to honor WV workers who died on the job
- WV AFL-CIO Re-elects Sword, Walters
- Newly formed Education West Virginia to hold press conference today
- Celebrate Working People This Weekend!
- A Statement on the Passing of Former Delegate Doug Skaff
- Press Conference Wednesday Regarding Broadband Expansion Kickoff
- Ceremony Monday to honor WV workers who died on the job
- Press Conference Thursday on WV Federal Employee Job Cuts
- Rally in Support of IAM Local 598 Dow employees
- Join a Labor Day Celebration!
- COCA COLA: NOT TOO REFRESHING TO THEIR BECKLEY BRANCH EMPLOYEES
- WV AFL-CIO Mourns the Passing of Former Delegate Ron Fragale
- Teamsters Overwhelmingly Reject Contract
- Letter Carriers annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive Saturday
- Letter Carriers annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive Saturday
Teamsters at Charleston/Logan WV Coca Cola Distribution Centers Reject Contract -- Strike is Looming
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After many hours of negotiation, Teamsters Local 175 members employed by Coca Cola Consolidated at the Charleston/Logan facilities in West Virginia voted today by 96% to reject the company’s final offer for settlement of a new contract and authorize a strike. The contract expires on April 26, 2026.
Three years ago, the parties struggled to reach an agreement in part because the Company’s insistence on transferring work from the bargaining unit to outside companies. The parties were eventually able to reach an agreement which helped protect the work. Now the Company is trying to unwind the Union’s ability to reach such agreements in the future.
“The members were very patient and worked hard to protect their work to which the Company ultimately agreed. Now the Company is attempting to back out of what was confirmed three years ago. It’s like Groundhog Day; every three years we must fight just to keep what we have. The Union worked hard to address legitimate operational issues brought up by the Company, however, its proposal to do away with work protection is punitive and only an attempt to add to its bottom line, off the back of our members. These members sent a strong message today that corporate greed will not be allowed from the members here at Coca-Cola.” – Steve Day, President, Local 175.
Local 175 represents approximately 100 Coca-Cola employees at the Charleston/Logan locations, which are under a single contract, and represents another 100 Coca-Cola employees at the Bluefield, Beckley, Parkersburg, and Clarksburg facilities.
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West Virginia AFL-CIO President Josh Sword and Secretary-Treasurer Andy Walters were unanimously re-elected this week to four-year terms during the organization’s 31st Constitutional Convention in Charleston.
“I can’t describe how honored I am that West Virginia’s labor leaders continue to support my work as president of this great organization,” Sword said. “Unions and their members are on the front line, serving their local communities in many capacities every day, and because of that, lives are better for all workers and their families.”
Walters said he too is grateful to once again be chosen to carry on the WV AFL-CIO’s mission of advocating for worker rights.
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The co-presidents of the state's newest labor union will host a press conference to discuss the historic merger of AFT-West Virginia and the West Virginia Education Association, which became official on September 1st, and the next steps for the organization. WV AFL-CIO President Josh Sword will also speak.
What: Education West Virginia Press Conference
When: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Where: Education West Virginia office | 1558 Quarrier Street. Charleston, WV 25311
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As West Virginians enjoy spending time with family and friends this Labor Day weekend, the West Virginia AFL-CIO invites residents to attend one of the many parades and events honoring the achievements of America’s working people.
“Labor Day is a day to celebrate ALL of us, in every sector of the economy. Our story is the story of America’s workers,” said West Virginia AFL-CIO President Josh Sword. “This Workers’ Labor Day, working people from every walk of life and every corner of America are speaking up about what we need to get ahead, build a secure future, and exercise our fundamental freedoms.”
WV AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Andy Walters noted that once again, national approval of labor unions continues to rise. According to a Gallup Poll released this week, this is the fifth consecutive year that approval of organized labor has been in the 67% to 71% range, a level last reached in the late 1950s and early 1960s.
“There is an undeniable energy across this country, and it’s driving historic organizing—more than ever in our lifetimes,” Walters said. “In hospitals, on college campuses, in restaurants, workers are taking on massive corporations like Starbucks, Amazon, Disney and Sony. They’re winning first-in-the-nation contracts, and the momentum is only building across the political spectrum.”
The following are Labor Day events taking place this weekend:
Marion County AFL-CIO & UMWA Labor Day Celebration and Picnic
Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, noon to 4 p.m.
Hough Park, Mannington WV
Special Guest: UMWA President Cecil Roberts
Contact: Mark Dorsey, 304-777-7642,
Celebration of Labor 2025 at GoMart BallPark
Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, 3:04 p.m., gates open at 2:00
601 Morris St., Charleston WV
Free tickets for union members and their families
A tailgate/cookout will be held from noon-2 p.m., 600 Leon Sullivan Way for union members & families
Contact: Fred Chandler, 304-561-4857,
Tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Wvaflcio2025
United Mine Workers of America 87th Annual Labor Day Celebration & Picnic
Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, at 11 a.m.
John Slack Memorial Park, Racine, WV
Contact: Brian Lacy, 304-541-3948,
Paden City Labor Day Parade – Marshall-Wetzel-Tyler, AFL-CIO, a participant
Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, 1 p.m. (noon lineup at South End of town)
Free Live Concerts at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7:30 p.m.
Contact: BB Smith, 304-545-7781,
*Note: Additional entertainment will be provided Saturday through Sunday starting at 2 p.m. at Paden City Park.
Marmet City Labor Day Parade – Kanawha Valley Labor Council, AFL-CIO, a participant
Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, at 10 a.m. Meet 9:15 a.m. at old Woody’s Goodies Store location
Wear your union apparel and bring your union banners
Contact: Elaine Harris, 304-541-7293,
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The West Virginia AFL-CIO extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of former Delegate Doug Skaff.
“As both a tireless lawmaker and solid member of the West Virginia business community, Doug was a tried and true advocate for West Virginia working families who, regardless of partisan battles, never lost sight of the importance of treating all people with fairness and consideration,” WV AFL-CIO President Josh Sword said. “We are shocked and extremely saddened to hear of his tragic passing, and are keeping his wife, children and all who loved him in our prayers.”
WV AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Andy Walters said Doug will be remembered for his easy-going nature and wit. “It’s not easy to stay level-headed in the world of politics, but Doug always kept his focus on community and family, and was a grounded, kind individual who will be greatly missed,” Walters said.