Partial eclipse visible in Decatur despite some clouds

Eric Fleischauer, The Decatur Daily, Ala.
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Apr. 8—Despite a bleak weather forecast, the eclipse is visible in Decatur.

Locally, the eclipse began at 12:43 p.m. Monday, and was visible then from downtown Decatur. It will reach maximum coverage of about 90% at 2:02 p.m. and will end at 3:19 p.m.

Don't have eclipse glasses? Check these local eclipse events, where some may have glasses remaining:

—Alabama Center for the Arts courtyard, 133 Second Ave. N.E., Decatur.

Starts at 1:30 p.m., with eclipse glasses and refreshments available.

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—Athens State University at Sandridge sun deck near the Hebrew statue, 300 North Beaty Street, Athens.

Starts at 1:30 p.m. Eclipse glasses and refreshments available.

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—Lawrence County Public Library, 401 College St., Moulton.

Starts at noon, with limited eclipse glasses available.

— eric@decaturdaily.com or 256-340-2435