Learn about the total solar eclipse coming in 2024 – the when, where, and how – from an “Astronomical” source. To see a total solar eclipse in Arkansas is rare. For many Arkansans, the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024, will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This event titled “Totality,” will be held […]
Perseids meteor shower should be very viewable to Saline County in mid-August
There’s a big meteor shower coming in mid-August and it should be very visible from central Arkansas. The Perseids is considered the best meteor shower of the year, according to information from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). This shower peaks on August 11-13, but if weather gets in our way of viewing the […]
Bryant Students Communicate with Astronauts in NASA In-Flight Downlink
Students at Bryant Public Schools had the opportunity to take part in a virtual NASA In-Flight Event. On December 10, several Bryant classes tuned in as Nettleton STEAM Intermediate School students had a conversation with the astronauts aboard the International Space Station through a shared downlink. The International Space Station has been home for astronauts […]
The Library in Benton Invites the Public to an Eclipse Viewing Party
The Benton location of the Saline County Library will host an Eclipse Viewing Party on Monday, August 21st from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. They will have a limited amount of viewing glasses to use there at the library. Also, the NASA live stream will be playing on the big screen.