Favorite eclipse moments from a local astronomer Gene Marrano August 21, 2017 1 min read A local astronomer who now heads a group of fellow amateur stargazers weighs in on today’s “Great Solar Eclipse” as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Click below to hear much more from John Goss about today’s eclipse: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Astronomy club hopes eclipse viewing party leads young people to develop interest in scienceNext: Some Liberty alums say they will return their diplomas over Falwell support for Trump Related Stories 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025