Everything you need to know about the eclipse
Greenville and Anderson are directly in the path of the eclipse, a 70-mile-wide path of totality that stretches from Salem, Oregon, to Charleston, South Carolina. It will be the first total solar eclipse in the continental United States since 1979, and another one of this magnitude won’t come along until 2078.
Follow our coverage leading up to the Aug. 21 event:
Watch the eclipse and be ‘amazed’ like this guy who’s seen 26 of them
Dr. Donald Liebenberg studies solar eclipses and may have spent more time in periods of totality than anyone else in the world. The Clemson University adjunct professor and physicist has witnessed 26 of the phenomena from lines of totality.
Is Greenville prepared?
It is known as the path of totality, and Greenville will be one of the few cities in the world lying within it as the eclipse sweeps across the United States from coast to coast for the first time in a nearly a century.
Anderson County in prime location for eclipse
Although a partial eclipse is expected to be visible throughout the contiguous United States, Anderson County is part of a small percentage of the country that will be in line for the total eclipse.
Tips on how to safely watch the solar eclipse
- Don’t use scratched or damaged solar filters.
- Follow directions that come with the solar filter or eclipse glasses.
- Help children use handheld solar viewers and eclipse glasses correctly.
- Cover your eyes with eclipse glasses or solar filters before looking at the sun and look away from the sun before removing them.
Catch a Greenville Drive game during the eclipse
Anyone who hasn't made plans to view the total solar eclipse in the Upstate may want to consider picking up a ticket to the Greenville Drive game
Total eclipse made lifelong imprint on Anderson University professor
Robert Fries witnessed a total solar eclipse in 1970. He rented a Cessna 172 and flew for the first time to a small regional airport in Edenton, North Carolina, which was among the few places in the United States that offered a view of the eclipse. A view from the Edenton Airport, Fries figured, would be worth the expense of the trip.
It was more than that. The experience of that day continues to energize Fries 47 years later, and fuels his hope of seeing another total eclipse.
Everything you want to know about the eclipse in one podcast
Greenville News staff sits down with Greg Cornwell, planetarium and public program specialist at Roper Mountain Science Center, to discuss the upcoming solar eclipse.
Clemson preparing for once in a lifetime eclipse
According to Jim Melvin, the totality will be wider in the Upstate than anywhere else in the country, making it a top-tier destination for anyone who wants to experience the peak of such a rare event. Clemson already is preparing to welcome such sky-gazers to campus.
British couple plan eclipse trip to Anderson
British resident Chris Newsome is intent on seeing a total eclipse, after two previous tries. He and wife Izzy plan to be at the Tiger Cove Campground on Lake Hartwell for this year's eclipse.
Roper Mountain plans Eclipse Extravaganza
Roper Mountain Science Center is planning an Eclipse Extravaganza with some folks from as far away as Europe planning to attend.
Eclipse fans making Blackout at Green Pond a destination
Anderson, by contrast, rests in a comparatively small 60-mile wide path of sunblock that will experience a rare total blackout for a brief period on Aug. 21. Anderson County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Director Glenn Brill said the county plans to observe the event with its Blackout at Green Pond.
Duke Energy receives requests to turn off streetlights for eclipse
Eclipse viewers want to know if streetlights will turn on. Here's what we know.
Upstate hotels booked, some overbooked on eve of solar eclipse
Looking for a hotel room on the eve of the solar eclipse in the Upstate? Most visitors might be out of luck.
Furman to host free viewing events during solar eclipse
Eclipse@Furman events are open to the public and free to all. Events include a festival from noon until 2 p.m., followed by a guided viewing presentation in Paladin Stadium.
Upstate venue to host eclipse weddings
Blue Jar Barn in Belton will host couples as they say “I do” under midday dark skies, providing a minister and photography for the event.
USPC releasing heat-sensitive eclipse stamps
The Total Eclipse of the Sun Forever stamps use thermochromic ink which reacts to body heat. An image of the eclipsed sun transforms into a moon when touched by the heat of a finger. The image returns to its original state once it cools.
Upstate officials ask for patience as thousands head to SC to see solar eclipse
Officials encourage having a full gas tank, cash from the ATM and a good stock of groceries before the weekend. Also, be prepared that due to the sheer number of people, cellphone and Internet services may be spotty.
British couple plans eclipse trip to Anderson
In 1999, British resident Chris Newsome made the trip to the southwest corner of his country to get a glimpse of a total eclipse. Rain ruined the day. He the traveled again to Scotland and China. Both trips did not reveal a total eclipse. His next chance comes Aug. 21 in Anderson.
Stellar Upstate event lineup keeps growing as Eclipse 2017 approaches
For those of us lucky enough to live here, there are quite a few places to witness the natural phenomenon, in case setting up camping chairs in your own backyard isn’t enough. Here's a roundup of those events:
Greenville Zoo offers rare chance to study animal behavior during an eclipse
Director Jeff Bullock expects animals to enter their typical nighttime routines during totality. "It kind of just throws everybody off," Bullock says.
SCEMD addresses eclipse-related Lizard Man concerns
Don't blame us. We didn't bring the Lizard Man back up, but since it's happened, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division is addressing concerns.