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First Graders Share Marriage Advice: Coffee, Costco, Puppies
Acts of Kindness20h ago

First Graders Share Marriage Advice: Coffee, Costco, Puppies

When teacher Kaylee Abernatha asked her first graders for marriage advice, their responses captured wisdom far beyond their years. Their honest takes on love will be centerpieces at her June wedding.

Upworthy3 min read
Smart Shoppers Lose the Shame at Budget Grocery Stores
SolutionsMay 11

Smart Shoppers Lose the Shame at Budget Grocery Stores

Americans are ditching the stigma around discount grocers as families openly embrace stores like Aldi and Costco to beat rising food costs. What was once whispered about is now celebrated as savvy money management.

Google News - Business3 min read
Saint Michael's Grad Coaches U.S. Women's Hockey to Gold
Community HeroesApr 16

Saint Michael's Grad Coaches U.S. Women's Hockey to Gold

Brent Hill '04 worked 30 hours a week at Costco while playing college hockey. Twenty-two years later, he helped coach Team USA to Olympic gold in overtime against Canada.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Nurse Saves 90-Year-Old Choking at Costco Near Christmas
Community HeroesMar 13

Nurse Saves 90-Year-Old Choking at Costco Near Christmas

Emily Lebsack was shopping for cookie ingredients when she spotted a woman turning blue in the freezer aisle. Her quick action with the Heimlich maneuver saved a life just two weeks before the holidays.

Google News - Nurse Saves2 min read
Costco and Volunteers Deliver Water to 100+ Stranded Families
Acts of KindnessJan 26

Costco and Volunteers Deliver Water to 100+ Stranded Families

When a mobile home community lost running water over the weekend, Costco and local volunteers mobilized within hours to deliver gallons of fresh water door to door. The swift response ensured no family went without clean water while repairs are underway.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Costco raises minimum wage to $20, average hits $30/hour
SolutionsJan 18

Costco raises minimum wage to $20, average hits $30/hour

In a retail landscape where wages often spark controversy, Costco just announced pay raises that put its average hourly worker above $30 per hour. The warehouse giant is also adding paid vacation for first-year employees and up to six weeks off for 30-year veterans.

Upworthy3 min read