Solar Eclipse

Roger Booker traveled from Maryland for the eclipse on Monday, April 8,2024, during a total eclipse event held at the Southwestern University campus.  A crowd of about 200 people show up to watch the transformation to a total solar eclipse a little after 1:30 p.m.  Expected rain held off until a little after 4:30 p.m.

Roger Booker traveled from Maryland for the eclipse on Monday, April 8,2024, during a total eclipse event held at the Southwestern University campus. A crowd of about 200 people show up to watch the transformation to a total solar eclipse a little after 1:30 p.m. Expected rain held off until a little after 4:30 p.m.

Georgetown gathers at Southwestern, the Square to view the total solar eclipse

Photos by Andy Sharp and Nicholas Cicale

Granger gears up for eclipse festivities

The City of Granger and the Granger Main Street Program are looking for volunteers for their Journey Into Darkness eclipse festival. The event is scheduled from April 6-8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Park on 215 East Davilla Street.

Georgetown details eclipse preparations, resident safety

The April eclipse will see thousands of people descend on the Texas Hill Country to catch a glimpse on this rare celestial event. Georgetown’s Office of Emergency Management is preparing for this influx of people through city planning and providing advice for residents.