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Prepping Containers for Bulk Shopping

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Saving containers for reuse is great for the environment, your wallet, and our bulk section! Any type of container can work, from plastic yogurt tubs to shampoo bottles. We especially love glass jars and bottles — they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, are sturdy and easy…

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Member-Owner Appreciation Day: Bulk Sale

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Friday, Oct. 25 & Saturday, Oct. 26 |  All Day  |  All Stores Thank you for being a part of our cooperative community! Mississippi Market member-owners receive 20% off all bulk items*, including bulk spices, herbs, tea, coffee, cleaners, soaps, and lotions, at all…

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

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Sept. 15–Oct. 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month, a period that honors generations of Latinx Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our country. During this month-long annual tribute, we celebrate the rich cultural traditions, histories and contributions of those who can trace their ethnic roots…

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Celebrate Family Meals Month

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September is Family Meals Month, a movement to raise awareness of the physical, social, and mental health benefits of eating frequent family meals. Research has demonstrated that family mealtime, when children, parents and extended family engage in conversation, results in a wealth of positive benefits. Eating…

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September Positive Change: Sanneh Foundation

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Create Positive Change Each time you shop at the co-op, you have a chance to directly support local nonprofits by donating your 10-cent reusable bag credits and rounding up your purchases to the nearest dollar. It may only be a few cents or spare change, but your generosity makes a…

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Local Profile: Whistling Well Farm

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**Save the Date for Our Fall SweeTango Apple Flash Sale on Friday, Oct. 4!** Whistling Well Farm, named for the well that whistles when the wind blows just right, is nestled in the scenic St. Croix River Valley in Hastings, Minnesota. Since its founding in 1972, the…

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Community Partner Spotlight: Twin Cities Pets

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“Animals are the best people,” says Marea Hudoba, co-owner of Twin Cities Pets, a family-owned pet sitting and dog walking company based in St. Paul, MN. Since 2012, their experienced and reliable team of eight dedicated members has been providing exceptional pet care services, including dog walking, cat sitting,…

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Hot-Lunch Meal Prep

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These recipes can be made independently or together as part of meal prepping for the entire week. The focus here is on cutting some corners to save time while creating nutrient-rich and tasty meals to fuel the day.

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Our Commitment to Preventing Food Waste

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The United States is the global leader in food waste. 40% of all food in this country is wasted — 80 billion pounds a year. Most end up in landfills, producing methane, a harmful greenhouse gas 28 to 36 times as potent as carbon dioxide. At Mississippi Market, sustainability is…

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Vote for New Board Leaders

You Hold the Power to Guide Us In accordance with the International Cooperative Principles, Mississippi Market is run by democratic member control. Member-owners are able to choose new co-op leadership during our annual board election. Together, Mississippi Market member-owners hold the power to guide our community-owned co-op…

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