Using AI For News? Read This First & Share Your Thoughts!
LADP News:
AI can help you navigate the news faster—but it can also introduce errors.
From summarizing reports to customizing news feeds, AI can speed up how information spreads, sometimes without the nuance or accuracy you need.
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• How AI can help you gather and understand news faster
• Common AI pitfalls like hallucinations, bias and missing context
• Practical ways to fact-check AI-generated information and verify claims
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Protecting Your Privacy In The Age of AI — Share Your Thoughts!
LADP News:
AI is reshaping how your data is captured and used.
From smart devices to AI chats, your information can be collected continuously, analyzed in real time, and used to predict your behavior.
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• How AI tracks your data across platforms and devices
• Simple, proactive steps to protect your privacy
• Tools and settings that help keep your information safe
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Catch Of The Week: That ‘Urgent MVD Ticket’ Text Is A Scam
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
Some New Mexicans are getting a text message that looks like it came from the Motor Vehicle Division. It claims you have an unresolved traffic ticket and warns that enforcement begins March 7 unless you pay immediately.
The message lists a series of consequences. According to the text, failure to act could lead to suspended driving privileges, suspended vehicle registration, collection agency fees, and even credit score damage.
That is a lot of legal drama coming from a random text message, and that should be your first red flag here. Read More
New Mexico Energy, Minerals & Natural Resources Deploys Energy Coaches, Website Easing Path To Clean-Energy Savings
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department is deploying “energy coaches” to guide New Mexicans through the process of applying for the state’s array of energy-efficiency tax credit and rebate programs.
EMNRD’s Energy Conservation and Management Division (ECAM) currently administers more than 30 tax credits and rebates offering savings on items ranging from solar energy systems to electric vehicles and energy-efficient home appliances. There also are programs that can help businesses, non-profit organizations and local and Tribal governments reduce Read More
Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Partners With Local Leaders On Special Women’s Leadership Luncheon March 26 For Women’s History Month
From the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce:
Forget the dry PowerPoint presentations! Join the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce, Del Norte Credit Union, UbiQD, and Mullein Leaf Massage & Wellness Institute on Thursday, March 26 at Crossroads Bible Church for a keynote address, panel discussion, and Italian buffet lunch.
This event is designed to spark fresh ideas and foster real connections, bringing together the brightest minds in the region to discuss what it takes to succeed in today’s business landscape. This affordable event is open to all, regardless of Chamber affiliation, with advance Read More
Registration Open For LAAC Summer Camp
LAAC News:
The Los Alamos Arts Council announces the return of its summer camps at the Fuller Lodge Art Center.
Each week has a new art-based theme, but students are always encouraged to follow their own creativity. Students can explore different art projects and learn about art, play with their friends, and take quiet time to try a new craft on the lawn at the historic Fuller Lodge. With an emphasis on play-based art projects, this summer is full of creativity for children.
Summer camps run Monday-Friday in June and July with morning and afternoon sessions available to fit students’ scheduling Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Signs Four Education Bills
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed four education bills Monday, putting years of investment and measurable student gains into permanent state law.
The legislation—covering literacy instruction, math teacher preparation, special education services and school employee insurance—passed both chambers of the legislature with near-unanimous or unanimous bipartisan support.
“Today marks another milestone in changing the trajectory of public education in New Mexico,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “Reading proficiency is up 10 percentage points Read More
UH Researcher Disputes Claim That Multilingualism Promotes Better Brain Aging
HEALTH News:
HOUSTON — University of Houston professor of psychology Arturo Hernandez is disputing a high-profile study published in the journal Nature Aging claiming that people who live in multilingual countries show healthier brain aging. Though the study got lots of attention, Hernandez reports in the journal Brain and Language that the findings warrant cautious interpretation and reframing of public health implications.
“We took a closer look and argued that the study’s conclusions go further than the data can support,” Hernandez said.
According to Hernandez, the countries Read More
SFCC Accepting Applications For Free Environmental Technician Training
Participants in an EPA job training exercise. Courtesy photo
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is accepting applications for its free Environmental Technician training program, which provides the training, skills and certifications necessary to enter a wide range of job opportunities in the environmental profession. Applications will be accepted through April 14, 2026. The free training runs April 20 through May 22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. This intensive 5-week training program provides Read More
NMED 2025 Emissions Inventory Training Session March 12
NMED News:
NM Environment Department — Air Quality Bureau – Emissions Inventory Section is conducting several live training sessions for the 2025 Emission Inventory. The fourth live training session is scheduled for 1:30-2:30 p.m., March 12, 2026. All live training sessions will be conducted on MS Teams.
Click here to join the March 12 live training session.
For more information about the 2025 Emissions Inventory, please refer to the NMED Emissions Inventory. Read More
Hilltoppers Softball Dominate Chargers In Home Matchup
Reyana Naranjo gets ready at bat in the 1st inning. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Starting pitcher Adia Fortin sends in a strike in the top of the 2nd. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers girls varsity softball team hosted the Academy Chargers Saturday at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The Chargers jumped out to an early three-run lead in the top of the first inning, but the Toppers quickly responded in a big way.
In a dominant bottom half of the inning, the Hilltoppers exploded offensively, crossing home plate 19 times to take control Read More
This Week In Sports: March 9-14, 2026
SPORTS News:
This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers have baseball and softball games away and Track and Field in Albuquerque.
The Topper sports games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback.
This Week’s Hilltopper Sports Schedule:
March 9 Monday
- Baseball vs Capital Away – 3 p.m.
March 10 Tuesday
- Softball vs East Mountain Away – 4 p.m.
March 13 Friday
- Girls/Boys Track and Field vs Cleveland Invite – 3 p.m.
March 14 Saturday
- Baseball vs Grants Away 11 – a.m.
- Baseball vs Grants Away – 1 p.m.
Protect Family And Friends From AI Dangers — Share Your Thoughts!
LADP News:
AI can fake voices, faces and messages.
From cloned calls to deepfake videos, scammers can pretend to be someone you love and create a false “emergency” to pressure you into sending money or sharing sensitive information.
Scroll to learn simple digital privacy steps that make you harder to target.
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Los Alamos High School Hosts ‘Arrive Alive Tour’ To Raise Awareness About The Serious Risks Of Impaired Driving
Two students compare their results after participating in the impaired driving simulator exercise, which raises awareness about the serious risks of impaired driving. Courtesy/LAPS
A student participant receives his ticket after driving impaired as part of the ‘Arrive Alive Tour’ impaired driving simulator hosted by LAHS Feb. 27 to raise awareness about the serious risks of impaired driving. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Los Alamos High School (LAHS) hosted the “Arrive Alive Tour” impaired driving simulator on Friday, Feb. 27, to raise awareness about the serious risks of impaired driving. Read More
SFCC To Host ‘Wellness Wednesday: One Brain, One Day’ On Campus March 18
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) will host “Wellness Wednesday 3.18: One Brain, One Day” – a special brain health and brain injury awareness event, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 18 in the Jemez Rooms on campus at 6400 Richards Ave.
The event will bring together community partners, health advocates and residents from across Northern New Mexico to learn more about brain injury, prevention and recovery. Partners include the State of New Mexico Governor’s Commission on Disability, Stagecoach Foundation, Presbyterian, SFCC Foundation and Christus St. Vincent. Read More
Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation: Don’t Miss Your Opportunity To Fulfill A Teacher’s Wish!
Los Alamos High School To Honor 2026 Athletic Hall Of Fame Class
LAPS News:
Six new inductees will be joining the sixty Los Alamos High School Athletic Hall of Fame members next month. They will be honored at a brunch banquet at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 11 at Fuller Lodge.
Members of the 9th Hall of Fame class include:
- Paul Anderson
- Kathy Hipwood
- Rob Hipwood
- Carmen Nogar
- Josh Nogar
- Gretchen Torres
This event will be open to the public. Tickets are on sale for $35 per person and may be purchased at 2026 LAHS Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Tickets.
Seating is limited so purchase tickets soon to guarantee your seat. Read More
UNM-LA To Host My Favorite Lecture: Signals In A Sea Of Stars
UNM-LA News:
The UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) My Favorite Lecture Series 2026 is hosting Signals in a Sea of Stars: Finding Exoplanets from 4–5:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 10, in Wallace Hall on the UNM-LA campus. The lecture will be presented by Lorraine Bowman, Ph.D., who is assistant professor of physics at UNM-LA.
Bowman earned a master’s in geophysics and astrophysics in France and an all-but-dissertation Ph.D. in astrophysics at New Mexico Tech. In between degrees, she worked as a geophysicist and as a planetary scientist at JPL. However, her passion lies in outreach and education, leading Read More
SFCC To Host Broadband Networking/Job Fair April 24
Fiber optic training is offered throughout the state by SFCC. Courtesy photo
Fiber Optic Training in Dulce, NM. Fiber Optic Training in Artesia, NM. Courtesy photo
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College will host a Broadband Networking/Job Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, April 24 at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. More than 300 certified Fiber Optic Technician graduates will be invited from across New Mexico to attend. The event is free and open to all New Mexicans interested about careers, education and training for New Mexico’s growing broadband industry. Read More