Small town businesses welcome total solar eclipse crowd, rain or shine on Monday | WGN Radio 720

The small town of Waxahachie, Texas is gearing up for a rare celestial event as it prepares to be in the path of totality for Monday’s total solar eclipse. The last time this town experienced a total solar eclipse was nearly 150 years ago, and the excitement is palpable as businesses and residents eagerly await the cosmic spectacle.

Despite the threat of overcast skies on the day of the eclipse, visitors are already flocking to Waxahachie to witness the moon covering the sun and plunging the town into daytime darkness. From concerts to eclipse-themed soap giveaways, the town is pulling out all the stops to make this a memorable event for all who attend.

Local businesses like the Oily Bar Soapery are hosting special events like the Bubble Blackout weekend, offering eclipse-themed soaps with names like “Luna,” “Solar Power,” and “Hachie Eclipse of the Heart.” The town’s historic courthouse and surrounding shops are bracing for a surge in visitors, with some expecting hundreds of thousands of people to witness the 4 minutes and 20 seconds of totality.

While the weather forecast may be uncertain, the spirit of anticipation and celebration in Waxahachie is undeniable. Residents and visitors alike are determined to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime event, knowing that the next total solar eclipse won’t be visible in the region for almost 300 years. As the town prepares for this historic moment, the sense of excitement and wonder is palpable in the air.