solar eclipse

A Texas A&M vet says the sudden increase in darkness during what should be the middle of the day may be puzzling and disorienting for pets.

The April 8 eclipse will drop solar generation output to near zero, but other power sources will keep the grid stable.

NASA says the eclipse on April 8 will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044.

Students can get a pair of free viewing glasses while supplies last during distribution events planned for Oct. 7-Oct. 14.