Daily Briefing: How to watch the total solar eclipse in Sarasota, Manatee counties

The current path for the solar eclipse on April 8 will miss Florida, but residents can still observe the sun while it’s 60% blocked. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Mon Apr 8 2024 [How to watch the total solar eclipse in Sarasota, Manatee counties]( [While at the farmers market in Bradenton, 13-year-old, Layla Strohm gets a quick glance safely with solar glasses of the awe-inspiring celestial event. In Bradenton, Florida, the annular eclipse covered only approximately 60% of the sun by the moon. During the maximum amount of coverage a passing cloud made it possible to photograph the celestial event without using any type of filters. THOMAS BENDER/HERALD-TRIBUNE]( The current path for the solar eclipse on April 8 will miss Florida, but residents can still observe the sun while it’s 60% blocked. [READ MORE]( [A solar eclipse is observed at Coquimbo, Chile, July 2, 2019. REUTERS/Rodrigo Garrido]( [Here's what the eclipse will look like in Florida, and where you live]( April's solar eclipse won't completely darken Florida, but we'll still see a partial eclipse. Interactive map shows what it'll look like. [READ MORE]( [You can make a simple eclipse viewer with items you already have in your home. A pinhole viewer is a safe way to view a solar eclipse.]( [How to build your own total solar eclipse viewer]( A pinhole viewer is a safe and simple way to view the total solar eclipse. You can build one with a few items you probably already have at home. [READ MORE]( [The Sarasota Housing Authority is nearing completion on Cypress Square, a three-building, an affordable housing project consisting of 84 units and a clubhouse in the 1600 block of 21st in Sarasota.]( [Sarasota Chamber leaders pushing affordable housing solutions]( Sarasota business leaders are mobilizing to help ramp up the years-long effort to bring more affordable housing to the region. [READ MORE]( [The now-retired Victoria Hulland and Ricardo Rhodes in a scene from The Sarasota Ballet’s 2021 production of Peter Wright’s “Giselle.”]( [Two world premieres and past favorites planned for Sarasota Ballet]( Jessica Lang and Gemma Bond are creating new works and pieces delayed by COVID will find their way to the Sarasota Ballet in 2024-25 season [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [Spring Break party animals ran wild on Siesta Key Beach]( A volunteer filed a huge bag in one day without leaving the parking lot. Alcohol containers were spread all over ... [READ MORE]( 2 [Top 5 fun things to do in Sarasota-Manatee this weekend: April 5-7]( Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Top 5 events in Sarasota and Manatee counties. [READ MORE]( 3 [Sarasota City Commission reaches impasse on fate of historic House]( The new owner wants to remove the home to clear the way for a mixed-use development. [READ MORE]( 4 [For subscribers] [Public urges Sarasota School Board to not restrict public comment]( Speakers opposed the reduction of public comment time, a proposition raised at a previous board workshop amid ... [READ MORE]( 5 [Resentencing in Manatee County DUI manslaughter case shortens sentence]( Initially sentenced to 25 years total in prison, a Manatee County judge resentenced Jabe Carney to 23 years in ... [READ MORE]( Advertisement Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](