On April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America; most Americans will be able to see a portion of the eclipse as it enters through Texas and travels northeast, exiting through New Hampshire and Maine.
The eclipse will begin in Kansas City at approximately 12:37 p.m., with maximum eclipse (when the sun at its most hidden) at about 1:54 p.m. The KC metro will experience a partial eclipse; approximately 90% of the sun will be covered. A more detailed breakdown is available here.
Watch a time-lapsed animation of the eclipse, starting at 11:00 a.m. MST (3:26. path in the U.S. begins ~48 sec./12:27 p.m.).
NASA is planning to live stream the event beginning at 12:00 p.m. CST. Check How to Stream NASA TV for viewing options on TV and social media platforms.They are also hosting a pre-eclipse event, How to Prepare for the April 8 Total Solar Eclipse, on March 20.