Kroger associates in Ohio ratify labor contract

Dayton, Ohio The Kroger Co. said Thursday that associates in Dayton, Ohio, have ratified a new labor agreement.

The associates are members of United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 75.

The agreement covers more than 4,000 associates who work in 30 stores in Dayton and surrounding areas.

"This agreement provides good, stable jobs for our associates, increases take-home pay, and provides high-quality, affordable health care," said Geoff Covert, president of Kroger's Cincinnati/Dayton division.