Workers at Half Price Books in Apple Valley moved to unionize this week.
In an announcement, the UFCW Local 663 says workers have filed their intent to unionize with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and hope that the company will voluntarily recognize the union.
If recognized or, failing that, formed by an election, the group would join four other Minnesota-based Half Price Books that unionized in 2021.
The employees of the Apple Valley bookstore say they are seeking higher wages, better staffing, and job protections in a contract with the company…