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Wiota church wins Habitat for Humanity fundraising contest
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MONROE - The Green County Habitat for Humanity held its second annual Hike4Habitat fundraising event on June 6.

During the Hike4Habitat event, a competition between local churches was held to see which church could bring in the most donations. The winner of the event was Wiota Lutheran Church, which had over $1,000 in donations with over 20 participants. The prize for winning the challenge was 20 hours of volunteer service provided by Habitat for Humanity of Green County.

Wiota Lutheran Church has chosen its volunteer project to help share and gather information regarding invasive species at Yellowstone Lake. The volunteer project involves handing out information at Yellowstone Lake to boaters regarding invasive species. To volunteer, email leah@greencountyhabitat.org or visit www.greencountyhabitat.org.

The Habitat Resale Store, 1001 30th St., is open to the public. The grand opening was held on May 26, with donations brought into the store, including quality items such as new and used windows, doors, light fixtures, ceiling fans, all kinds of other various furniture and building items. The store is open Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, email store@greencountyhabitat.org or call 608-328-2128.

The Habitat Home Repair Project Program is continuing in the area with various volunteer opportunities. In August, there will be at least two painting projects.