Micah White of Fayetteville looks Tuesday, March 19, 2024, through a telescope that is fitted with a special filter to allow one to look at the sun during a solar astronomy class at the Fayetteville Public Library. Attendees received instruction about how to safely view the April 8 eclipse with modest equipment before getting a chance to look at the sun through a telescope. Visit nwaonline.com/photo for today's photo gallery..(NWA Democrat-Gazette/Andy Shupe)
Cities throughout Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley are preparing for the solar eclipse April 8.
Various events will be held throughout the prior weekend and on April 8 to educate and excite people about the rare event.
