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Goodles Vegan Mac & Cheese Recall

Gooder Foods is issuing an allergy alert for several lots of their Goodles Plant-Based Mac & Cheese. There is potential for undeclared milk in Goodles Vegan is Believin’ Plant-Based White Cheddar with Spirals produced within a 9-day period in April 2025. The recalled Goodles Mac & Cheese may have been sold at both stores between…

Celebrating 10 Years of Cooperation, Community, and Friendship

Each October, we celebrate National Co-op Month, and this year marks the 10th anniversary of Seward Co-op’s Friendship store. As we reflect, we honor the long history of local cooperation and community in South Minneapolis that led to the milestone of opening our second location on 38th Street in the Bryant-Central. For over 50 years,…

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Acure Argan Hydrate Shampoo Recall

Acure is issuing a recall of several lots of its Argan Hydrate Shampoo because the product’s viscosity does not meet their standards. There is no safety risk in using the affected product. The recalled Acure’s Argan Hydrate Shampoo may have been sold at both stores any time after December 2024. If you purchased this product…

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Acure Seriously Soothing 24hr Moisture Lotion Recall

Acure is issuing a recall of two lots of its Seriously Soothing 24hr Moisture Lotion because the product may contain mold. The recalled Acure’s Seriously Soothing 24 Hour Moisture Lotion may have been sold at both stores between December 7, 2024-July 28, 2025. If you purchased this product at Seward Co-op, it will be fully…

10 Years of Friendship Through Community

With 23% of staff with us for five to nine years, and a robust 15% for nine years or more, Seward Co-op is proud to be a workplace where employees want to stick around. While some cite schedule flexibility, connection to food systems, or desires for “doing good” in our local communities, one refrain is…

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Tony’s Chocolonely Recall

Tony’s Chocolonely is issuing a voluntary recall of a seven lots of Tony’s brand Dark Almond Sea Salt Bar (6.35oz); and Everything Bar (6.35oz) because the product may contain small stones. Seward Co-op only sells the Dark Almond Sea Salt bar, and may have sold them at both stores between February 7-April 7, 2025. If…

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Cultivating a Network at Seward Co-op

When Jen Strommen (she/her) first started shopping at Seward Co-op, she was burnt out from college, missed friends who had moved away, and felt disconnected from her field of study. But something about the co-op felt like a refuge from it all. “Staff made me feel seen, welcome, and like I was part of something…

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Introducing the New Owner Portal

Dear Seward Co-op owner community, We are excited to announce two new services now available to all Seward Co-op owners—the launch of an Owner Portal and receipts via email! In the new Owner Portal you can: • Update your ownership contact information • View and edit those in your household who may use the owner…

Dig in at the Deli

For nearly 40 years, Seward Co-op has offered freshly prepared foods at an in-house Deli. First beginning in 1987 when the co-op was undergoing an expansion along the corner of Franklin Ave. and 22nd Ave., the Deli has since grown into a staple department at both stores. Today, you can find scores of prepared foods…

Reaffirming our Values

Dear Seward Co-op Community, We know that there may be fear and uncertainty for some within our co-op community due to federal policy changes. Recent executive orders have the real potential to impact people based on their immigration status, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, disability, and other marginalized identities. We acknowledge the significance this may…