Safety tips for driving during the eclipse

Drivers traveling during the eclipse may not only be managing traffic on the road, but effective ways to stay safe. Here’s what you need to know.

Ennis, Texas a hotspot for eclipse tourists
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People from across the country and around the world have come to Ennis for a chance to see the total solar eclipse. Now, they are just hoping the weather cooperates.

Duncanville students may not be let outside for eclipse
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Earlier this week, educators at Duncanville High School were instructed to come up with indoor plans for the eclipse, like craft projects or a livestream. One teacher said there?s been outrage amongst staff, and because of that, the school might change course and allow students and staff outside, but the district will not confirm or deny that claim.

Solar Eclipse 2024: Ennis hosting travelers from across the country

The welcome center in Ennis, about 35 miles south of Dallas, was bustling with visitors from across the country and around the world on Friday.

Can you look at a solar eclipse?
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On Friday, UnitedHealthcare was at Adams Middle School in Grand Prairie to visit with students and supply the district with 2,000 pairs of certified glasses. Dr. Hunt says, most importantly, people should always wear the protective, certified glasses when looking directly at the sun, even when it is partially uncovered.

Scientists teach students what to expect during eclipse
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The April 8th total solar eclipse has been a great way to motivate students to learn more about astronomy and science as a whole.

Thousands heading to North Texas to see Monday's eclipse
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Hundreds of thousands of people are descending on North Texas to be right in the center of the path of totality for Monday?s magnificent total solar eclipse.

Solar Eclipse: Students learning safest ways to look at Monday's eclipse

Grand Prairie ISD is among many school districts working to ensure the safest experience for students while viewing the total solar eclipse.

Solar Eclipse: Hundreds of thousands heading to North Texas to see Monday's eclipse

Hundreds of thousands of people are descending on North Texas to be right in the center of the path of totality for Monday’s magnificent total solar eclipse.

Eclipse-themed foods for your solar eclipse watch party

With the total solar eclipse just days away, it’s time to stock up on eclipse-themed foods for your office or neighborhood watch party. Here's a list of ideas -- everything from Moon Pies and SunChips to Eclipse gum and Sunkist soda.

How will animals react to the solar eclipse?
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Many animals are expected to display behaviors connected with an early dusk during next week's solar eclipse. Kari Streiber with the Dallas Zoo explains there's a conflict between their internal rhythms and the external environment.

Dallas Arboretum will host thousands to watch the total solar eclipse, including NASA

The Dallas Arboretum is one of the many places in North Texas hosting a watch party for Monday’s total solar eclipse. It's also holding a space expo over the weekend with help from NASA to provide some fun and education leading up to the eclipse.

Six ways to safely watch the eclipse

Eclipse safety is essential. It is very unsafe to look directly at an eclipse. Luckily, there are several ways to watch the progression of the eclipse before and after totality.

Rentals along path of totality almost all booked
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Short-term rental bookings along the path of the total solar eclipse, including right here in North Texas, have exploded in dramatic fashion.