Alyssa Ford

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Alyssa Ford is a long-time freelance journalist in Minneapolis. Her published credits include the Star Tribune, Utne Reader, Crain's, msn.com, Minnesota Monthly, Midwest Home, Experience Life, Artful Living, Momentum, Minnesota, and many others. She is a past president of the Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists.

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Lush green moss covers rocks and ferns, creating a tranquil setting with slight mist in a vibrant, natural environment.

What To Know About Moss Gardens

Mosses are the oldest living land plants and you can grow them in your newest outdoor garden. Learn how to create a soft, green oasis in your yard.

A man installs green insulation material against wooden wall studs, while additional insulation rolls are stacked nearby in a construction setting.

11 Recycled Building Materials Made From Trash

Whether it's a pair of tattered jeans, a landfill-bound glass bottle or a bald tire, post-consumer waste is a massive problem. But more and more companies are taking out the trash...by upcycling it into new, durable, cost-effective building materials.

A person places money into a tool belt's pockets, with bills visibly spilling out, set against a plain white background.

Wages Skyrocket for US Construction Workers

According to analysis from the Associated General Contractors of America, construction wages are up across the country.