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New ride-hail company promises drivers higher wages than Uber — and other labor news
Take a seat in the Break Room, our weekly round-up of labor news in Minnesota and beyond. This week: Wridz goes live with Uber and Lyft deal up in the air; Minnesota has relatively low economic mobility; Mayo Clinic accidentally unveils union avoidance tactics; paid family and medical leave program costs increase; Minneapolis teachers union […] The post New ride-hail company promises drivers higher wages than Uber — and other labor news appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
Meet You at de Lendrecie’s
The phrase “rest room” meant something different a century ago than what it does today. It was a new phrase in the 1890s, which came into general usage a decade later, during what is known as the Progressive Era — a time of political and societal reform across the country, from Congress right down to the local community.
Lakeville teachers ratify tentative agreement with school district
LAKEVILLE, Minn. — Teachers in Lakeville have voted to ratify the tentative agreement made with the school district.On Tuesday evening, Education Minnesota Lakeville announced teachers voted 88% in favor of the contract. Earlier this month, teachers and the school district reached a tentative two-year agreement, avoiding a strike. The contract includes a 2.25% raise for the first year and a 4.75% raise in the second year. The starting salary will also be increased to attract new teachers. Also included in the contract is a retention bonus starting in the sixth year of employment. "I'm proud of the work...
What’s the barrier to entry in Minnesota for alternative rideshare companies?
A little more than a month ago as Minneapolis looked at a possible future without Lyft and Uber, around 10 alternative rideshare companies announced plans to launch in Minnesota. Some looked to launch a completely new rideshare app, while other established apps looked to make the Twin Cities their next...
Notebook: Coaches ask to move softball finals to U of M
The Minnesota State High School League last year went along with a request from softball coaches to extend the state tournament to three days. The first edition of the expanded tournament will be next month at Caswell Park in North Mankato. A new request might require a little more persuasion. The Minnesota Fastpitch Coaches Association is asking to move the state softball championship games from North Mankato to Jane Sage Cowles Stadium at the University of Minnesota. Farmington coach Paul Harrington and Rosemount coach Tiffany...
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