The following students placed first, second and third. The top 15 projects will compete in Las Cruces at the regional science fair March 7. (Courtesy Photos)

First place was won by Tristin Montenegro Laws, who claimed the top prize for $100 for The truth about texting and driving.

Second place (photo below) went to Jace Porter and Morgan Weber, who received a $50 each prize for Balsa wood vs Basswood efficiency.

Third place ended in a tie between Teyler Tolluch, Whats in the water, and Kurtis Welker for Field Advantage. (Photos of Teyler and Kurtis below.) Each received a $25 prize.