Coop news

Here are some recent news stories related to co-ops:

Food Co-ops

• A new food co-op is opening in Portland, Oregon, with a focus on locally sourced and organic products. (Source: Portland Business Journal)
• A food co-op in Iowa is celebrating its 50th anniversary and has seen significant growth in recent years. (Source: Des Moines Register)

Housing Co-ops

• A new housing co-op is being developed in Brooklyn, New York, to provide affordable housing for low-income families. (Source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle)
• A housing co-op in Chicago is facing financial struggles and is seeking to restructure its debt. (Source: Chicago Tribune)

Worker Co-ops

• A worker-owned co-op in Cleveland, Ohio, is expanding its operations and hiring new employees. (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer)
• A worker co-op in California is launching a new initiative to support small businesses and entrepreneurs. (Source: San Francisco Chronicle)

Co-op Governance

• A new report from the National Cooperative Business Association (NCBA) highlights the importance of strong governance in co-ops. (Source: NCBA)
• A co-op in Wisconsin is facing controversy over its governance structure and is seeking to reform its bylaws. (Source: Wisconsin State Journal)

Co-op Awards

• The National Cooperative Bank (NCB) has announced the winners of its annual Cooperative Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in the co-op sector. (Source: NCB)
• The Cooperative Development Institute (CDI) has announced the winners of its annual Cooperative Awards, recognizing innovative co-op projects and initiatives. (Source: CDI)

These are just a few examples of recent news stories related to co-ops. If you're interested in staying up-to-date on co-op news, I recommend following co-op organizations and publications on social media or subscribing to their newsletters.