"One thing that we hear is that it’s too hard to build green. But if you build with intention, it really isn’t any more expensive or difficult to do." — Colin Penney, executive director at South County Habitat for Humanity From the latest issue of Habitat Magazine, learn how becoming the owner of an energy-efficient Habitat house with solar panels brought another layer of savings and excitement for Aliyya and her family. (fb)

Work is continuing during St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity's 10-day Women Build event as volunteers help build a starter home with Sara, a first-time homeowner. Full story from The Star-Observer. (fb)