Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Friday, May 9th, 2025.Breaking news this morning as we're tracking a concerning incident involving a uranium ore transport truck. Yesterday, a driver transporting radioactive material from the Pinyon Plain uranium mine near the Grand Canyon suffered a medical emergency. Emergency responders were called to the scene as the truck was passing through Flagstaff. Authorities have assured residents that proper safety protocols were followed during the incident.In traffic news, if your commute takes you through the Milton and University intersection, you'll want to plan alternate routes starting next week. The City of Flagstaff has scheduled reconstruction work at this busy junction beginning Monday. Commuters should expect delays and consider using different routes during this period.For those interested in community events, today is the final day to submit your ministry stories for the upcoming Synod Assembly 2025. The Grand Canyon Synod is collecting submissions about "Building Up the Body" through words, photos, or videos until the end of today.In a somber update from earlier this week, police are investigating after a body was discovered near a Flagstaff bus stop on Wednesday. Authorities have not released the identity of the deceased or circumstances surrounding the death as the investigation continues.The City's 2025 Road Repair and Street Safety Project is now underway, having begun on May 1st. This initiative aims to improve numerous roads throughout Flagstaff, enhancing safety and driving conditions for residents.For those looking to provide community input, the City is currently seeking feedback on the Milton Underpass aesthetics project. This is your chance to help shape the creative design of this important gateway into downtown Flagstaff.Looking ahead to the weekend, temperatures will remain mild with partly cloudy skies – perfect weather for outdoor activities at Buffalo Park or exploring the urban trail system.As a reminder, the City's Sustainability Office recently hosted a Fix-It Clinic last weekend as part of ongoing efforts to reduce waste and promote sustainability in our community.This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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