New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday appointed Rex Wilson, a former healthcare administrator and longtime rancher, to assume a vacant state Senate seat ahead of the upcoming legislative session.

There’s been talk of investing in the state fairgrounds for decades, but this time millions are being spent to support planning and community engagement, and some options have gone public. So, how will it affect the surrounding neighborhoods, and, is there a plan to make sure gentrification doesn’t displace folks? What do you expect from a redeveloped fairgrounds in the coming years?

Housing New Mexico has recently opened its waitlist for homeowners who need financing to do renovation projects. The Home Improvement Program provides assistance through federal funds for income-eligible homeowners.

A list of resources around New Mexico for those who need assistance in the wake of the ongoing government shutdown and disruption in SNAP benefits.