New Mexico News Roundup (8/20/25)

$120M for NM housing: Governor Lujan Grisham launches a $120 million fund to create more than 1,500 affordable housing units, hundreds of shelter beds and rapid-rehousing programs across New Mexico — learn what this means for your community.

Two exclusive State Fair beers: Ex Novo Brewing Company is tapping out Dusty Spur American Pilsner and its first Midway Marzen Oktoberfest for the 2025 New Mexico State Fair starting September 4 and limited release at its breweries — find out where to sip them.

Brackish Water Grant Program: New Mexico will next week unveil $40 million in grants for cities and private firms to treat salty groundwater under House Bill 137, aiming to bolster supplies amid shrinking rivers — find out if your community qualifies.

Record oil lease sale: New Mexico’s State Land Office netted $256 million this week from its premium oil and gas auction under the new 25% royalty rate — find out how schools will benefit.

Elevating Youth Voices in New Mexico: The NM Department of Health is recruiting up to 30 youth-adult teams for its new Youth-Adult Partnership, which will culminate in a 2026 Youth Empowerment Action Summit to shape public health strategies and provide stipends — find out how to apply by September 1.

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