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Join the employees of Cox Enterprises in the company's environmental initiative Cox Conserves -- offering tips on how anyone can be more environmentally friendly. Full Story ››

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The Ohio EPA was out at Kiser Lake in Champaign County Wednesday, testing the Lake’s overall health. An unhealthy lake could have implications for people and local wildlife. Full Story ››


Rwanda Family Gets 'Green' Habitat Home

Posted: 3:24 pm EDT June 22, 2009Updated: 10:41 am EDT June 23, 2009

DAYTON, Ohio -- A family that escaped danger in the country of Rwanda is getting a new "green” house to call home.

On Monday, Habitat For Humanity broke ground on a home for the Sibomana family.

Habitat said the project is a first because the entire project from materials to labor is being donated by construction company Skanska Shook.

The home will feature energy efficient appliances and materials. The Sibomana family are refugees from Rwanda and said they are thankful for their new home.

Isaie Sibomana said, “This means to me happy. Having a peace of mind when you know where to lay your head down when you know your children will be in a good environment.”

The home is expected to be completed in August.

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