Fred Gassert News Today

There won’t be another total eclipse in the contiguous U.S. for another two decades.

A partial eclipse will be visible from Kansas, but some residents are traveling to the path of totality.

The night sky has an amazing array of things to view, but it’s not always easy when you’re in an area where there are lights everywhere to dim your stargazing.

Next Best Thing | January 6, 2021 Wichita’s NEA Big Read kicks off this Saturday with a live celebration at 2:30 p.m. on KPTS Channel 8. Usually held in October, last year’s program was pushed back to January 9 through February 21 of this year. The selection is Circe by Madeline Miller — a novel that focuses on the lesser known Greek goddess.   Wichita Public Library has several virtual events planned, and many participating organizations are hosting events that embody Greek themes. A c...