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  RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN -  Today's the day to view the eclipse! While the Rutherford County Schools decided to shutdown today, the Murfreesboro City Schools will be open and ready to view the astronomical event... That was Lisa Trail, Communications Director for the Murfreesboro City Schools (Scroll down to see 2017 photo of eclipse was viewed in Murfreesboro). Throughout Rutherford County, the eclipse will start during the end of the lunch hour at 12:44 ...

Eager spectators in cities like Indianapolis, Cleveland, and Dallas brace for a total solar eclipse, clouded skies notwithstanding, as expert insights and unique phenomena promise an unforgettable experience.

Get ready for the celestial spectacle of the Wolf Moon, the first full moon of 2024, gracing the night sky on Wednesday and peaking on Thursday at 12:54 PM ET. No special equipment is needed, but binoculars or a telescope can enhance the experience. Explore the origin of its name, linked to the howls of wolves in winter, and discover its diverse cultural names. NASA suggests wearing celestial attire and provides a skywatching guide for enthusiasts.

Get ready for the NYC Marathon 2023 with our guide on how to watch, the race map, road closures, and more. Catch the excitement without the hassle!

The peak of this year's Perseid meteor shower may be outshined by the last supermoon of the year -- the Sturgeon Moon -- when both take center stage Thursday night.

The peak of this year's Perseid meteor shower may be outshined by the last supermoon of the year -- the Sturgeon Moon -- when both take center stage Thursday night.

The peak of this year's Perseid meteor shower may be outshined by the last supermoon of the year -- the Sturgeon Moon -- when both take center stage Thursday night.

This weeks Bitterroot Outdoor Journal suggests looking at power poles. Thats a favorite perch for hawks in the valley, as they survey the nearby fields for scurrying rodents. Bob Danley reported three main species of hawks - American Kestrel, Merlin and Prairie Falcon (photos below). In early afternoon, you can see them along roads in the open country. Some possible locations are the East Highway between Stevensville and Corvallis, Tammany Lane east of Hamilton, and of course, the Lee Metcalf N...