Teamsters Local 391

11/04/2026

Local 391 is prepared to work with a split Democrat-Republican General Assembly moving forward in 2027-28.

Democrats gained control of the North Carolina House of Representatives for the first time since 2010, as a blue wave swept Republicans out of office across the state. But it appears they'll come up just short of flipping control of the state Senate, assuming GOP lead holds in Robeson County race.

11/03/2026

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It’s Election Day, Teamsters! Across the United States, pro-worker policies and politicians backed by North America’s strongest union are on the ballot.

Ensure your voice is heard and go vote!

11/03/2026

It’s Election Day! For information on Local 391’s recommended candidates, go to our website. For information on voting, see the article below.

Using the state’s voter search tool, people can find not only their polling place location but also their sample ballot, showing all the races they’ll have a chance to vote on this year.

11/02/2026

November 1 marked the official start of Seasonal Support Driver work for UPS Teamsters.

Under the Teamsters National Master Agreement, this date kicks off the peak holiday shipping season window, giving internal Union members priority rights to seasonal positions before outside hires can be brought in.

Check in with your Steward and/or Business Agent for more information or if you have a concern that the contract is not being followed.

11/01/2026

An exciting update from the Local 391 Civic Engagement Committee regarding the Hurricanes outing planned for January.

Yep, it’s full. But that’s a good thing as we have an exciting event coming up with 102 seats sold.

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets for our Hockey Night event! We currently have 102 seats attending, which will be a great turnout, but we have now officially closed the window to buy tickets. We are also talking with the NHLPA about providing merch, so keep your eyes peeled for any updates on that! Let’s Go Teamsters (and Canes!).

10/30/2026

This Halloween, check out these sweet treats made by Bakery, Confectionery, To***co Workers and Grain Millers (BCTGM); International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT); United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), and the Union Label and Service Trades Department, AFL-CIO.

A handy guide of union-made treats perfect for handing out on Halloween.

10/29/2026

Check out Local 391's Officers and Staff page on the official website. This page includes bios of our elected leaders and agents as well as email and phone numbers.

Rick Armstrong, a third-generation Teamster, began his term as President of Local 391 in 2025 following ten years of service as Vice President.  Rick was elected by Local 391's membership in October 2026.  Rick first joined the Teamsters in 1992 while working for UPS in Jacksonville and Greenville...

10/28/2026

BREAKING NEWS! Local 391’s Officers Election came to a conclusion today as vote counting determined the Armstrong-Gibbs Team 391 slate earned 65% of the vote, receiving 973 of the votes cast. The New Vision 391 slate collected 523 votes.

“We are grateful to every Local 391 member who participated in this election and placed their trust in our team,” said Local 391 President Rick Armstrong. “This support is both an honor and a responsibility we take seriously and we will live up to it in our work on behalf of this entire Union.”

Armstrong-Gibbs Team 391 will be sworn into office for a 3-year term in January 2027.

Armstrong-Gibbs Team 391 released a full statement below:

The Armstrong-Gibbs Team 391 slate is honored by the trust and confidence you have placed in us. To every member who voted for our team, and every volunteer who gave their time, energy, and support to this campaign, thank you. Your commitment means a great deal to us, and we do not take your support for granted.

We hope we can put this election behind us, move forward together, and stand united as we face the external challenges that lie ahead over the next three years.

To the members who did not support our slate, we intend to work over the next three years to earn your support through our actions. Our doors are always open. Whether you supported us in this election or not, you are a member of this Union, and your voice matters.

We welcome your questions, concerns, ideas, and involvement.

This election is behind us. The work ahead of us is what matters now.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve. We look forward to getting to work for ALL Teamsters Local 391 members.

In Solidarity,
Armstrong-Gibbs Team 391

10/28/2026

Sign up today for the Teamsters Local 391 Hockey Night on January 17. The event is made possible by the organizing efforts of Local 391 Civic Engagement Committee and Futures Committee.

This is an opportunity to see our Union Brothers on the ice, support the Stanley Cup Champs, see a Stanley Cup rematch with the Las Vegas Golden Knights, and hang out with your Union family.

Sisters and Brothers the Teamsters Local 391 Civic Engagement Committee , Futures Committee, and Teamsters Local 391 are excited to announce a hockey night, January 17, 2027, where the Carolina Hurricanes will be facing off against the Vegas Golden Knights (yes it’s a Stanley Cup rematch). Come show your Teamster pride, as we cheer on our beloved Hurricanes. Discounted group tickets will be available, search the QR code or the provided link (https://bit.ly/4y5iEts) for more information and to sign up! In Solidarity, CEC+FC!