KNAU update for June 7 — Summer Construction Season Underway in Northern Arizona Highways

In the late 1960s 20-something Ignacio Mesa dreamed of producing his own wine. Three decades later he began planting grapevines between the Mogollon Rim and the Verde Valley. Now, Clear Creek Vineyard and Winery is thriving. Learn more at KNAU.org.

Firefighters have had to carefully work around a World War II artillery range where unexploded munitions could be buried. Forest officials have known for years about possible hazards in the 565-acre area and took precautions as the Maroon Fire approached. Learn more at KNAU.org.

Grand Canyon National Park has been recognized for its work in reducing light pollution of the night sky. The Arizona Republic reported Wednesday that the International Dark-Sky Association has named the Grand Canyon an International Dark Sky Park. Learn more at KNAU.org.

The House Natural Resources Committee Wednesday held a hearing on a federal bill that would ban uranium mining on more than a million acres near the Grand Canyon. Learn more at KNAU.org.

If you look at a map of upcoming or ongoing construction projects around northern Arizona, it’s hard to find a major highway without some roadwork. The list includes a number of projects on I-40 from Holbrook westward, I-17 north of Camp Verde, and smaller highways in and out of the Verde Valley, the Prescott area and Payson. Learn more at KNAU.org.