Good morning, Bangor.

The Missouri couple known as the Walking America Couple walked through Bangor Tuesday as part of their 12,000-mile trek across all 50 states.

They have covered almost 8,000 miles in 29 states since starting their journey in 2022 with over 80,000 Facebook followers tracking their adventure.

A partial solar eclipse is viewable today in Bangor starting at 12:54 p.m. with a peak at 1:53 p.m., covering about 24% of the sun.

In Portland, the eclipse begins at 12:57 p.m. — viewers must use ISO-certified safety glasses.

Sugarland, the Grammy Award-winning duo, will perform their Ride or Die Tour on Nov.

11 at Cross Insurance Center in Bangor + tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday.

UMaine plans to rent 37 of Hotel Ursa's 95 rooms to 57 students starting Aug.

26 to offset a $1.5 million shortfall as the hotel did not meet income targets. The lease will cost the university over $575,000 annually & student fees range from $4,400 to $5,200 per semester.

Maine officials closed the directed pogy fishery at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday when the catch limit was met, and they worked with the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission to plan a reopening with a weekly cap of 14,000 pounds.

Bangor International Airport will receive $5.5M in federal funds to repave taxiway A (5,724 ft) and taxiway M (900 ft) to improve runway safety, announced Tuesday by Sen. Susan Collins’ office.

The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood amid a national shortage as Gov. Mills says three extra donors at each drive will help secure lifesaving care.

Appointments can be made online + by phone, and donors receive a $20 Amazon gift card until Aug. 31.

Hannah McFarland Concert

3:00 – 8:30 PM — Maine Savings Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with local talent in an outdoor setting.