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[H1] Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Honor of Staff Sergeant Benjamin Pennington\r\nDENVER - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to fly at half-staff across the state from sunrise Friday, March 20, 2026 until sunset Saturday March 21, 2026, in honor of Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington who was killed during Operation Epic Fury. Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington was assigned to the 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade in Fort Carson, Colorado.\r\n\r\nOn Friday March 20th, Sergeant Pennington will be honored with a public procession in Fort Knox, Kentucky, and his memorial service is being held on Saturday March 21st.\r\n\r\n\u201cColorado joins Staff Sergeant Pennington\u2019s friends, family, and loved ones in honoring his life and service. We owe our freedom to those who bravely serve our nation in uniform, and today I mourn Staff Sergeant Pennington\u2019s death, and express my profound thanks for his service,\u201d said Colorado Governor Jared Polis.\r\n\r\nGovernor Polis announced flags would be lowered when he heard news of Staff Sgt. Pennington\u2019s death to honor his service and bravery.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nMarch 8, 2026\r\n\r\nDENVER - Today Governor Polis ordered flags to half staff in honor of Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington who died on March 8, 2026 during Operation Epic Fury. Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington was assigned to the 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade in Fort Carson, Colorado. Flags are ordered to fly at half staff on the day of Sergeant Pennington\u2019s memorial, which has not yet been announced.\r\n\r\n\u201cOur hearts are with the family and friends of Sergeant Pennington. The brave members of our military and armed services who put on the uniform in service to our state and country, are our neighbors, friends, and community members. Colorado honors Sergeant Pennington\u2019s service and bravery,\u201d said Governor Polis.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/click.governor.colorado.gov\/?qs=eyJkZWtJZCI6IjM3NWNjMWQxLTEwYTktNGU2Mi1hYzdiLWM4YmJhODlhZjk2MiIsImRla1ZlcnNpb24iOjEsIml2IjoiQWU1ajFkTk1iY3VQSjUvNDFPK05CZz09IiwiY2lwaGVyVGV4dCI6ImEzcTJGVlBjbUhHOW1oUU5nQkJzNnBHRURTcGlBMW8zaWpKVFpMV210WS9UTnBvK09SR1lKZy9GdjdMUjNnWlNoVTdjcmRLRTc4ZkE1WG51bHZrNTdsN0w5ODQ5dmUzY0FlNWoxZE5NYmN1UEo1LzQxTytOQmc9PSIsImF1dGhUYWciOiJ3T1Y1N3BiNU9lNWV5L2ZPUGIzdDNBPT0ifQ%3D%3D","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/co-sergeant-benjamin-n-pennington\/","date_start":"2026-03-20","date_end":"2026-03-21","type":"Local","state":"CO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/co-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 19, 2026 Eric Maruyama | Eric.maruyama@state.co.us | (720) 916-2128 Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly..."},{"id":7715,"title":"Honoring Melody\u202fMcCray\u2011Miller","content":"Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Representative Melody McCray-MillerTOPEKA \u2014 Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today ordered flags throughout Sedgwick County be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in honor of former Kansas State Representative Melody McCray-Miller.\"Melody McCray-Miller was revered by the Wichita community and dedicated her life to uplifting others as a teacher, professor, state representative, and county commissioner,\" Governor Laura Kelly said. \"My sincere condolences go out to her loved ones and the community during this difficult time.\"To receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, visit: https:\/\/www.governor.ks.gov\/newsroom\/kansas-flag-honors.\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KSOG\/bulletins\/40ebf41","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-melody-mccray-miller\/","date_start":"2026-03-21","date_end":"2026-03-21","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Representative Melody McCray-MillerTOPEKA \u2014 Governor Laura Kelly, in..."},{"id":7842,"title":"Honoring Maj. Jeffrey O\u2019Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady","content":"*REMINDER: Flags remain at half-staff in honor of Maj. Jeffrey O\u2019Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady until sunset on Saturday, March 21*DES MOINES\u2014 Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags to remain at half-staff in honor of Maj. Jeffrey O\u2019Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady until sunset on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Their funerals and interment will be held earlier in the day. The two Iowa soldiers with the U.S. Army Reserve 103rd Sustainment Command were killed in action in Kuwait on March 1, 2026.At sunset on Saturday, March 21, 2026, flags will return to full-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be raised to full-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state.Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties, and other government subdivisions should also return their flags to full\u2011staff at sunset.\n\nSource: Email from: State Of Iowa on 2026-03-20T19:03:44.000Z","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-maj-jeffrey-obrien-and-sgt-declan-coady\/","date_start":"2026-03-20","date_end":"2026-03-21","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"*REMINDER: Flags remain at half-staff in honor of Maj. Jeffrey O\u2019Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady until sunset on Saturday, March..."},{"id":7716,"title":"3 Ohio Air National Guard killed during Operation Epic Fury","content":"OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR\r\nSTATE OF OHIO\r\n\r\nMIKE DEWINE\r\nGOVERNOR\r\nSTATE OF OHIO\r\nFlag Lowering \u2013 March 14, 2026\r\nIn honor of the life and service of three members of the Ohio Air National Guard killed during\r\nOperation Epic Fury, I hereby proclaim, by the authority vested in me as Governor of the State\r\nof Ohio by the Ohio Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flags\r\nof the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public\r\nbuildings and grounds throughout the State of Ohio today, and will remain until sunset on the\r\nday of their funerals.\r\n\r\nOn this 14th day of March 2026;\r\n\r\nMike DeWine\r\nGovernor","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/3-ohio-air-national-guard-killed-during-operation-epic-fury\/","date_start":"2026-03-14","date_end":"2026-03-21","type":"Local","state":"OH","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/oh.jpg","excerpt":"OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR STATE OF OHIO MIKE DEWINE GOVERNOR STATE OF OHIO Flag Lowering \u2013 March 14, 2026 In..."},{"id":7205,"title":"Honoring Sergeant First Class Nicole M. Amor","content":"Flags to Remain at Half-Staff Through Friday, March 20\r\nGovernor Tim Walz has directed all United States and Minnesota flags at state buildings in Minnesota to remain at half-staff until sunset on Friday, March 20, the day of interment for Sergeant First Class Nicole Amor.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGovernor Tim Walz today ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately and until sunset on the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of Sergeant First Class Nicole M. Amor of White Bear Lake, who was killed on March 1, 2026, in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.\r\n\r\n\u201cSergeant First Class Amor answered the call to serve and gave her life in service to our nation. She wore our nation\u2019s uniform with courage and selflessness, demonstrating dedication and honor throughout her life and career,\u201d said Governor Walz. \u201cHer life was marked by service to others, and her memory will be treasured by all who were fortunate to know her. With deep gratitude, Minnesota recognizes Sergeant First Class Amor\u2019s unwavering dedication and bravery, and I extend my deepest condolences to her loved ones.\u201d\r\n\r\nSergeant First Class Amor was assigned to the 103rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) and was serving overseas in support of U.S. military operations when the strike occurred. She was one of six American service members killed in the incident, which remains under investigation by the Department of Defense.\r\n\r\nSergeant First Class Amor enlisted in the Minnesota National Guard in 2005 before transferring to the Army Reserve in 2006. She previously deployed to Kuwait and Iraq in 2019 and served for more than 20 years with commitment and distinction in logistics operations supporting fellow service members.\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in lowering their flags to honor Sergeant First Class Amor\u2019s life and legacy. The Governor's proclamation can be found here.\r\n\r\nSource: Email from: Office of Governor Tim Walz on 2026-03-05T21:23:40.000Z","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-sergeant-first-class-nicole-m-amor\/","date_start":"2026-03-05","date_end":"2026-03-20","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Flags to Remain at Half-Staff Through Friday, March 20 Governor Tim Walz has directed all United States and Minnesota flags..."},{"id":7684,"title":"Honoring Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson","content":"Governor Tim Walz today ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half\u2011staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise on Wednesday, March 18, to sunset on Thursday, March 19, in honor and remembrance of Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson of the Minnetonka Fire Department, who passed away on March 5, 2026, after a two\u2011year battle with cancer.\u201cDeputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson dedicated his life to protecting others and strengthening the fire service across Minnesota,\u201d said Governor Walz. \u201cThrough two decades of service, he mentored firefighters, safeguarded communities, and built lasting relationships grounded in trust and professionalism. I extend my deepest condolences to his family, the Minnetonka Fire Department, and the many colleagues and friends whose lives he touched.\u201dJohnson joined the Minnetonka Fire Department in March 2006 as a Paid\u2011on\u2011Call Firefighter. During his time with the department, he served as a lieutenant and training captain before joining the department full\u2011time in 2016 as a fire inspector in the Fire and Life Safety Division. In 2023, he was promoted to Deputy Fire Marshal.In addition to his service in Minnetonka, Johnson supported firefighters statewide as a testing evaluator with the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board. A nationally certified Fire Investigator, he served as Vice President of the Minnesota Chapter of the International Association of Arson Investigators and was recognized as Minnesota Fire Investigator of the Year in 2020. He also served for more than a decade with the Hennepin County Fire Investigation Team in several leadership roles.Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in lowering their flags to honor Deputy Fire Marshal Johnson\u2019s life and legacy. Flags are currently lowered in honor of Sergeant First Class Nicole M. Amor and will remain at half\u2011staff until sunset on the day of her interment.The Governor\u2019s proclamation can be found here.Flags at Half\u2011Staff In keeping with appropriate flag etiquette and U.S. Code, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz may order the state flag to be flown at half\u2011staff under very limited circumstances. He may also order the national flag to be flown at half\u2011staff on state property only. A state flag on state property is required by law to be flown at half\u2011staff if the national flag is flown at half\u2011staff.\n\nSource: https:\/\/mn.gov\/governor\/assets\/03.18.2026%20Shawn%20Johnson_tcm1055-732716.pdf","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-shawn-johnson\/","date_start":"2026-03-18","date_end":"2026-03-19","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Tim Walz today ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half\u2011staff at all state buildings in..."},{"id":7191,"title":"Honoring Legendary Coach Lou Holtz","content":"Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Notre Dame Football Coach Lou HoltzINDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of legendary former Notre Dame Fighting Irish Coach Lou Holtz. Coach Holtz led the Fighting Irish for 11 seasons, including the 1988 National Championship team."Coach Lou Holtz was a legend on and off the field, who cared deeply for the State of Indiana and lived a remarkable life grounded in faith, family, and giving back. He will be greatly missed." - Governor Mike BraunGovernor Braun has ordered flags to be lowered statewide at all state facilities from sunrise to sunset on the day of his funeral, Monday, March 16, 2026.Governor Braun encourages all Hoosiers to help honor Holtz by lowering flags to half-staff at their homes and businesses.\n\nSource: Email from: Governor of Indiana, Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-lou-holtz\/","date_start":"2026-03-16","date_end":"2026-03-16","type":"Local","state":"IN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/in-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Notre Dame Football Coach Lou HoltzINDIANAPOLIS – Governor..."},{"id":7572,"title":"Honoring Lieutenant Colonel Brandon Shah","content":"Governor\u2019s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Lt. Col. Brandon ShahIn accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half\u2011staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of Lieutenant Colonel Brandon Shah.We honor his decades of devoted and selfless service to his community, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the United States of America.I hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Saturday, March 14, 2026, and remain at half\u2011staff until sunset.Ordered on this, the 13th Day of March, 2026.Sincerely, Abigail D. Spanberger, Governor\n\nSource: Email from: Virginia Office of the Governor on 2026-03-13T20:40:57.000Z","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-lieutenant-colonel-brandon-shah\/","date_start":"2026-03-14","date_end":"2026-03-14","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Governor\u2019s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Lt. Col. Brandon ShahIn accordance with the authority vested in me as..."},{"id":7519,"title":"Honoring Corporal Marvin Silvester Patton","content":"Governor\u2019s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Corporal Marvin Silvester PattonIn accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half\u2011staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of United States Army Corporal Marvin Silvester Patton.More than 75 years after he gave his life in service to our country during the Korean War, Corporal Patton is finally home to rest in the place of his birth. We honor his brave service and recognize the enduring strength and courage of his family.I hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Friday, March 13, 2026, and remain at half\u2011staff until sunset.Ordered on this, the 12th Day of March, 2026.Sincerely, Abigail D. Spanberger, Governor\n\nSource: Email from: Virginia Office of the Governor on 2026-03-12T17:50:45.000Z","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-marvin-silvester-patton\/","date_start":"2026-03-13","date_end":"2026-03-13","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Governor\u2019s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Corporal Marvin Silvester PattonIn accordance with the authority vested in me as..."},{"id":7487,"title":"Honoring Melvin A. Steinberg","content":"Flag Status Alert: Maryland Flag will be at Half-Staff. This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, tomorrow, Thursday, March 12, 2026. This is the day of interment for former Lieutenant Governor and State Senator Melvin A. Steinberg, who passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Melvin A. Steinberg was a member of the State Senate from 1967 to 1987 and the Lt. Governor from 1987 to 1995.\n\nSource: http:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/Pages\/Services\/PastFlagStatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-melvin-a-steinberg\/","date_start":"2026-03-12","date_end":"2026-03-12","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Flag Status Alert: Maryland Flag will be at Half-Staff. This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland..."},{"id":7517,"title":"Honoring Shift Commander Jackson Warren","content":"Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the independent City of St. Louis, the Fire Fighters Memorial of Missouri in Kingdom City, and firehouses statewide on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from sunrise to sunset in honor of Butler County Fire Protection District Shift Commander Jackson Warren.You can access the proclamation here [ https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/attachments\/MOGOV\/2026\/03\/11\/file_attachments\/3580895\/March%202026%20Firefighter%20LODD%20-%20Shift%20Commander%20Warren%20%281%29.pdf ].State government departments are responsible for distributing this information throughout your department for compliance with this order.Sincerely, OA FMDC\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/attachments\/MOGOV\/2026\/03\/11\/file_attachments\/3580895\/March%202026%20Firefighter%20LODD%20-%20Shift%20Commander%20Warren%20%281%29.pdf","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mo-jackson-warren\/","date_start":"2026-03-12","date_end":"2026-03-12","type":"Local","state":"MO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/aflag_full_demo.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the independent City of..."},{"id":7339,"title":"Flags Lowered for Colleen Hanabusa","content":"HONOLULU \u2014 Governor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and all Hawai\u02bbi National Guard facilities in honor of former U.S. Representative and Hawai\u02bbi Senate President Colleen Hanabusa, who passed away on March 5, 2026. Flags shall be lowered to half staff immediately, until sunrise on Monday, March 9, 2026. Born and raised in Wai\u02bbanae, Colleen Wakako Hanabusa was a proud daughter of the Leeward Coast, whose life was dedicated to public service and advocacy for the people of Hawai\u02bbi. A graduate of the University of Hawai\u02bbi at M\u0101noa, she earned her bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s degrees before receiving her law degree from the William S. Richardson School of Law. She went on to build a respected career as a labor attorney before entering public office. Hanabusa served the people of the Wai\u02bbanae Coast and Leeward O\u02bbahu as a member of the Hawai\u02bbi State Senate from 1999 to 2010, where she rose to become Senate Majority Leader and later the first woman to serve as President of the Hawai\u02bbi State Senate. She later represented Hawai\u02bbi\u2019s First Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015 and again from 2016 to 2019. Throughout her career, she was widely recognized as a fierce advocate for Hawai\u02bbi\u2019s working families, Native Hawaiian communities and the people of the Pacific. After her time in Congress, Hanabusa continued her service to the state, including leadership roles with the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation board and ongoing work in the legal community. \u201cJaime and I extend our deepest aloha and sympathy to the Hanabusa \u02bbohana and to all who loved Colleen,\u201d said Governor Green. \u201cColleen Hanabusa dedicated her life to serving the people of Hawai\u02bbi \u2014 from the Wai\u02bbanae Coast she proudly called home, to the halls of the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol and the United States Congress. She broke barriers as the first woman to serve as President of the Hawai\u02bbi State Senate and spent decades advocating for her community with strength, determination and heart. Her legacy of leadership and public service will continue to inspire generations to come.\u201d\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-for-colleen-hanabusa\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-colleen-hanabusa\/","date_start":"2026-03-06","date_end":"2026-03-08","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"HONOLULU \u2014 Governor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at..."},{"id":6885,"title":"Honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson","content":"Mar 7th through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Andy Beshear has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, March 7, in honor of trailblazing civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who died Feb. 17 at the age of 84.“A leader of strength and commitment to peace, Rev. Jesse Jackson brought meaningful change for people across the world,” said Gov. Beshear. “He challenged America to live up to its promise of freedom and justice for all, always advocating for unity over division. His passing is met with grief, but his legacy will continue to have a positive impact for generations to come.”A private homegoing service will be held March 7 at Rainbow PUSH Coalition Community House in Chicago. Mr. Jackson’s interment, expected to take place in his home state of South Carolina, has yet to be announced.Individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the commonwealth are encouraged to join in this tribute. Flag status information is available at governor.ky.gov\/flag-status [ https:\/\/governor.ky.gov\/flag-status ].\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KYGOV\/bulletins\/40af2ee","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ky-jesse-jackson\/","date_start":"2026-03-07","date_end":"2026-03-07","type":"Local","state":"KY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ky-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Mar 7th through (to be determined). Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered..."},{"id":7000,"title":"Honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson","content":"Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and Connecticut flags lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, March 7, 2026, to honor the life and public service legacy of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away earlier this month.The tribute will coincide with a homegoing service in Reverend Jackson\u2019s honor that has been scheduled for that day at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition Community House in Chicago, Illinois.\u201cReverend Jesse Jackson is an icon of the civil rights movement and a lifelong champion for justice and equality,\u201d Governor Lamont said. \u201cHis work expanded opportunity and gave voice to those too often unheard. I had the honor of spending some time with him and I will always remember and be inspired by his passion and commitment in fighting for the principles of freedom, liberty, and equality upon which our country was founded. Connecticut joins the nation in mourning his passing and honoring his extraordinary legacy.\u201d\u201cReverend Jesse Jackson spent his life fighting fiercely for civil rights and social justice, inspiring millions to join him along the way,\u201d Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz said. \u201cHis work in advocacy and policy has forever changed our society. We can carry forth his legacy by striving for greater equality and justice in our communities, Connecticut, and our country.\u201dIn accordance with the directive, flags will be at half-staff on the Connecticut State Capitol building and all other state-operated buildings, grounds, and facilities statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, and any other private entities and government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags for this same duration of time. Since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags, including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise, should also be lowered.\n\nSource: https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/governor\/news\/press-releases\/2026\/02-2026\/governor-lamont-directs-flags-to-half-staff-on-march-7-in-honor-of-jesse-jackson","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ct-reverend-jesse-jackson\/","date_start":"2026-03-07","date_end":"2026-03-07","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and Connecticut flags lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset..."},{"id":6305,"title":"Honoring Former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton","content":"Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton\r\nINDIANAPOLIS\u00a0\u2013 Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton, who died on Tuesday, February 3. Representative Hamilton served Indiana's 9th Congressional District from 1965 to 1999.\r\n\r\n\"Indiana mourns the passing of Lee Hamilton, a man whose life embodied integrity, civility, and public service. We extend our prayers to his family and honor his legacy of serving Hoosiers.\" -\u00a0Governor Mike Braun\r\n\r\nGovernor Braun has ordered flags to be lowered statewide at all state facilities immediately until sunset on the day of his internment, which will be shared once public.\r\n\r\nGovernor Braun encourages all Hoosiers to help honor Hamilton by lowering flags to half-staff at their homes and businesses.\r\n\r\n# # #","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-former-u-s-representative-lee-hamilton\/","date_start":"2026-02-03","date_end":"2026-03-06","type":"Local","state":"IN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/in-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Former U.S. Representative Lee Hamilton INDIANAPOLIS\u00a0\u2013 Governor Mike Braun..."},{"id":7157,"title":"Honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson","content":"This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, tomorrow, Tuesday, March 3, 2026.This action is for Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Reverend Jesse Jackson was a giant of the civil rights movement and a champion for the dignity of working people. He led with love and reminded all of us of our voice and our power. Reverend Jackson was a trailblazer who never waited for permission or to ask for a seat at the table\u2014he insisted on it, and he widened that table for generations to come.\n\nSource: http:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/Pages\/Services\/PastFlagStatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-reverend-jesse-jackson\/","date_start":"2026-03-03","date_end":"2026-03-03","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, tomorrow,..."},{"id":7129,"title":"Honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson","content":"2026-03-02 The Governor orders that the flags atop the State Capitol be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, March 2, 2026, in tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson and in honor of his legacy and memory.The Governor requests that the flags over state buildings and buildings of political subdivisions of this State similarly be flown at half-staff for this purpose.\n\nSource: Email from: unknown, Date: 2026-03-02, ID: unknown","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/unknown-reverend-jesse-jackson\/","date_start":"2026-03-02","date_end":"2026-03-02","type":"Local","state":"unknown","thumbnail":false,"excerpt":"2026-03-02 The Governor orders that the flags atop the State Capitol be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on..."},{"id":7001,"title":"Honoring Delegate Barry D. Knight","content":"This is to order that the flag of the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff over the state Capitol in respect and memory of Virginia Delegate Barry D. Knight.\r\n\r\nI hereby order that the flag shall be lowered immediately and remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment.\r\n\r\nOrdered on this, the 24th Day of February, 2026.\r\n\r\nGovernor\u2019s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Delegate Barry Knight\r\n\r\nIn accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of Delegate Barry D. Knight.\r\n\r\nWe honor his decades of service to the Commonwealth as an agricultural leader, legislator, and community servant.\r\n\r\nI hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, and remain at half-staff until sunset.\r\n\r\nOrdered on this, the 24th day of February, 2026.\r\n\r\nSource: Email from: Virginia Office of Governor, Date: , ID: ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-barry-d-knight\/","date_start":"2026-02-28","date_end":"2026-02-28","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"This is to order that the flag of the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff over the state Capitol..."},{"id":7054,"title":"Honoring Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez and Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope","content":"Governor Mike Kehoe ordered United States and the flag of Missouri shall be flown at half-staff at all police stations across Missouri, all sheriffs\u2019 offices across Missouri, all Missouri State Highway Patrol general and troop headquarters across Missouri, and all government buildings in Greene and Christian counties, Missouri, for one full day on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of Christian County Deputy Sheriff Gabriel Ramirez and Deputy Sheriff Michael Hislope.\r\n\r\nYou can access the proclamation for Deputy Sheriff Ramirez here [ https:\/\/governor.mo.gov\/proclamations\/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-deputy-sheriff-gabriel-ernstlee ], and for Deputy Sheriff Hislope here [ https:\/\/governor.mo.gov\/proclamations\/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-deputy-sheriff-michael-james-hislope ]. State government departments are responsible for distributing this information throughout your department for compliance with this order.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.mo.gov\/proclamations\/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-deputy-sheriff-gabriel-ernstlee","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mo-gabriel-ramirez\/","date_start":"2026-02-28","date_end":"2026-02-28","type":"Local","state":"MO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mo-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Mike Kehoe ordered United States and the flag of Missouri shall be flown at half-staff at all police stations..."},{"id":7004,"title":"Honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.","content":"Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.LANSING, Mich. \u2013 Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, February 26, and Friday, February 27, to honor the life of the Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.\u201cWe mourn the loss of Reverend Jesse Jackson, a fierce advocate for justice, equality, and prosperity for all. He dedicated decades of his life to advancing civil rights and economic opportunity for the working class in the United States and around the world.\u201d said Governor Whitmer. \u201cRev. Jackson had a special connection to Michigan and especially the city of Detroit. He visited often, standing with labor, working with local leaders, and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. I was honored to meet and partner with him on our shared goals of investing in working people and ensuring every Michigander is treated with dignity and respect. As we heed Rev. Jackson\u2019s tireless call to \u2018Keep hope alive,\u2019 let\u2019s also continue to do the hard work of building a freer, fairer Michigan for all.\u201dVeteran civil rights activist Jesse Jackson Sr. was born in Greenville, South Carolina, where he attended Sterling High School. Jackson attended the University of Illinois for a year before transferring to the Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina where he studied sociology and met his future wife, Jacqueline. After graduating college, Jackson moved to Chicago where he studied at the Chicago Theological Seminary and became a Baptist minister in 1968.Jesse Jackson Sr. began his work as an organizer with the Congress of Racial Equality, participating in marches and sit-ins. After participating in the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery march, Jackson joined the Southern Christian Leadership Conference to work alongside Martin Luther King Jr. After King\u2019s death, Jackson founded People United to Save Humanity in 1971, working to improve economic conditions of Black communities. Jackson\u2019s activism spanned decades and included two runs for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988.The State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor, and selfless service of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments, and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.The flag lowering will coincide with the day of the funeral. Flags should be returned to full staff after sunset on Friday, February 27, 2026.\n\nSource: Email from: Michigan Executive Office of the Governor, Date: February 25, 2026, ID: ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-rev-jesse-jackson-sr\/","date_start":"2026-02-26","date_end":"2026-02-27","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.LANSING, Mich. \u2013 Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan..."},{"id":6966,"title":"Honoring Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.","content":"Governor Tim Walz today ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise on Wednesday, February 25, 2025, to sunset on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in honor and remembrance of the Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr., who passed away at the age of 84.\r\n\r\n\u201cReverend Jackson spent his life pushing America to live up to its highest ideals,\u201d said Governor Walz. \u201cHis fight for civil rights, dignity, and fairness changed our country and will inspire generations to come. Gwen and I extend our deepest condolences to the Jackson family and to all who mourn his passing.\u201d\r\n\r\nReverend Jackson rose to national prominence in the civil rights movement, working alongside Martin Luther King Jr. to advance equality and economic justice. He later founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, expanding opportunities through social justice advocacy and civic engagement, and his work touched Minnesota through efforts like advocating for farmers, encouraging voter registration, and standing with communities after the killings of Philando Castile, George Floyd, and Daunte Wright.\r\n\r\nHe mobilized millions of voters, championed economic inclusion, and built multiracial coalitions to expand opportunity for working families and marginalized communities. His historic presidential campaigns in 1984 and 1988 broadened civic participation and inspired future generations of leaders, including Barack Obama. Reverend Jackson\u2019s call to \u201ckeep hope alive\u201d inspired generations and helped shape a global movement for dignity, unity, and human rights.\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in lowering their flags to honor Reverend Jackson\u2019s life and legacy. The Governor's proclamation can be found here.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/mn.gov\/governor\/assets\/02.25.2026%20Jesse%20Jackson%20FAHS_tcm1055-726248.pdf","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-reverend-jesse-louis-jackson-sr\/","date_start":"2025-02-25","date_end":"2026-02-26","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Tim Walz today ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in..."},{"id":6829,"title":"Honoring Officer Brian Elliott","content":"Feb 23rd through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Beech Grove Officer Brian ElliottINDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in Marion County in honor of Beech Grove Officer Brian Elliott, who was killed in the line of duty on Monday, February 16. Officer Elliott served the Marion County Sheriff's Department for six years prior to joining the Beech Grove Police Department in 2024.Governor Braun has ordered flags to be lowered at all state facilities in Marion County from sunrise to sunset on the day of Officer Elliott's funeral, Monday, February 23.Governor Braun encourages all Hoosiers in Marion County to help honor Officer Elliott by lowering flags to half-staff at their homes and businesses.\n\nSource: Email from: Governor of Indiana, Date: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-brian-elliott\/","date_start":"2026-02-23","date_end":"2026-02-23","type":"Local","state":"IN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/in-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Feb 23rd through (to be determined). Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Beech Grove Officer..."},{"id":6780,"title":"DPS Crewmember Robert B. Skankey","content":"HALF-STAFF NOTIFICATION\r\nGov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Interments of Hunter R. Bennett and Robert B. Skankey\r\nFlags should be lowered Feb. 20 and Feb. 23 for two Department of Public Safety crewmembers killed in a Flagstaff helicopter crash\r\n\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Feb. 20 and from sunrise to sunset on Feb. 23 in honor of the interments of two Arizona Department of Public Safety crewmembers who tragically lost their lives in a line-of-duty helicopter crash on Feb. 4.\r\n\r\nArizona Department of Public Safety State Trooper-Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett and Pilot\/Air Rescue Aviation Supervisor Robert B. Skankey were called to act in support of an active-shooter incident in Flagstaff.\r\n\r\nBennett had served DPS since 2022 and is survived by his wife. Skankey, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, served DPS since 2021 and is survived by his wife and four children.\r\n\r\nA memorial service is scheduled for Robert B. Skankey on Feb. 20.\r\n\r\nA memorial service is scheduled for Hunter R. Bennett on Feb. 23.\r\n\r\nGovernor Hobbs issued the following statement:\r\n\r\n\u201cWe will never forget Hunter R. Bennett and Robert B. Skankey, two members of our Department of Public Safety community who dedicated their lives to serving fellow Arizonans. This is a tragic loss, and I know people across the state join me in sending our deepest condolences to these heroes\u2019 families, friends, and communities, as well as their colleagues at DPS.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/interment-of-robert-b-skankey\/","date_start":"2026-02-23","date_end":"2026-02-23","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"HALF-STAFF NOTIFICATION Gov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Interments of Hunter R. Bennett and Robert B. Skankey Flags should..."},{"id":6698,"title":"Honoring George Bunting, John Viola, and Rev. Jesse Jackson","content":"Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor the lives and service of former Delaware state legislators, George Bunting and John Viola, who passed away last week. Flags should also be lowered in remembrance of the life, service, and influence of the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed early Tuesday. Governor Matt Meyer issued the following statements on each man\u2019s extraordinary service: Rev. Jesse Jackson \u201cThe Rev. Jesse Jackson was a giant in American politics. From the civil rights movement to his historic presidential campaigns to decades spent advocating for equality across the globe, his fight for working people and racial justice laid the groundwork for generational change. He was a progressive before it was cool and a revolutionary when it was hard. His life should be an example to us all that we have a duty to serve our neighbors and fight for what we believe in, especially when the cards are stacked against us. Lauren and I are holding his family in our prayers, as the people of Delaware mourn this loss, celebrate his life, and resolve to always remember the influence and impact of the Rev. Jesse Jackson.\u201d Flags will remain at half-staff through sundown on Saturday, February 21, 2026.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/2026\/02\/17\/governor-meyer-orders-the-lowering-of-flags-to-honor-the-lives-of-george-bunting-and-john-viola-rev-jesse-jackson-2\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-rev-jesse-jackson\/","date_start":"2026-02-17","date_end":"2026-02-21","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor..."},{"id":6773,"title":"Honoring Civil Rights Heroes","content":"Feb 20th through (to be determined).\n\nThis is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, Friday, February 20, 2026, for Civil Rights Heroes Day. This day recognizes the courage, sacrifice, and relentless efforts of civil rights and abolition leaders throughout history and reaffirms our commitment to be a land of opportunity, hope, and justice for every citizen.\n\nSource: http:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/Pages\/Services\/PastFlagStatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-20260220\/","date_start":"2026-02-20","date_end":"2026-02-20","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Feb 20th through (to be determined). This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to..."},{"id":6774,"title":"DPS Crewmember Robert B. Skankey","content":"HALF-STAFF NOTIFICATION\r\nGov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Interments of Hunter R. Bennett and Robert B. Skankey\r\nFlags should be lowered Feb. 20 and Feb. 23 for two Department of Public Safety crewmembers killed in a Flagstaff helicopter crash\r\n\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Feb. 20 and from sunrise to sunset on Feb. 23 in honor of the interments of two Arizona Department of Public Safety crewmembers who tragically lost their lives in a line-of-duty helicopter crash on Feb. 4.\r\n\r\nArizona Department of Public Safety State Trooper-Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett and Pilot\/Air Rescue Aviation Supervisor Robert B. Skankey were called to act in support of an active-shooter incident in Flagstaff.\r\n\r\nBennett had served DPS since 2022 and is survived by his wife. Skankey, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, served DPS since 2021 and is survived by his wife and four children.\r\n\r\nA memorial service is scheduled for Robert B. Skankey on Feb. 20.\r\n\r\nA memorial service is scheduled for Hunter R. Bennett on Feb. 23.\r\n\r\nGovernor Hobbs issued the following statement:\r\n\r\n\u201cWe will never forget Hunter R. Bennett and Robert B. Skankey, two members of our Department of Public Safety community who dedicated their lives to serving fellow Arizonans. This is a tragic loss, and I know people across the state join me in sending our deepest condolences to these heroes\u2019 families, friends, and communities, as well as their colleagues at DPS.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/dps-crewmember-robert-b-skankey\/","date_start":"2026-02-20","date_end":"2026-02-20","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"HALF-STAFF NOTIFICATION Gov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Interments of Hunter R. Bennett and Robert B. Skankey Flags should..."},{"id":6539,"title":"Honoring United States Army Staff Sergeant Robert Russell Arnold","content":"Feb 15th through (to be determined).\n\nPlease be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Sunday February 15, 2026, the day of interment, in honor of United States Army Staff Sergeant Robert Russell Arnold of Boston, Massachusetts.This gubernatorial order applies to:1. The main or administration building of each public institution of the Commonwealth, e.g. town and city halls2. Other state-owned or state-controlled buildings3. All state military installations\n\nSource: Email from: Alex Powell, Date: [Sent Date], ID: [Message ID if available]","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ma-robert-russell-arnold\/","date_start":"2026-02-15","date_end":"2026-02-15","type":"Local","state":"MA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ma-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"Feb 15th through (to be determined). Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered that the United States..."},{"id":6506,"title":"Honoring Former Delegate Charles Poindexter","content":"February 12, 2026\r\n\r\nGovernor's Order for the Commonwealth of Virginia In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of former Delegate Charles Poindexter.\r\n\r\nWe honor his decades of unwavering commitment to serving the Commonwealth and his impact on his community.\r\n\r\nI hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Thursday, February 12, 2026, and remain at half-staff until sunset.\r\n\r\nOrdered on this, the 11th day of February, 2026.\r\n\r\nSincerely, Abigail D. Spanberger, Governor Virginia Office of Governor | P.O. Box 1475 | Richmond, VA 23218 US Unsubscribe | Constant Contact Data Notice\r\n\r\nSource: Email from: Virginia Office of Governor, Date: , ID: ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-charles-poindexter\/","date_start":"2026-02-12","date_end":"2026-02-12","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"February 12, 2026 Governor's Order for the Commonwealth of Virginia In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor,..."},{"id":6473,"title":"Honor of Camden Firefighter Howard Bennett","content":"\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGovernor Sherrill Directs the Lowering of U.S. and New Jersey Flags in Honor of Camden Firefighter Howard Bennett\r\nPosted on 02\/10\/2026\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTRENTON\u00a0\u2013 Governor Mikie Sherrill today signed Executive Order No. 11, ordering U.S. and New Jersey flags to fly at half-staff on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in recognition and in mourning of Camden Firefighter Howard Bennett. Howard Bennett passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, while conducting maintenance on a fire boat at Wiggins Park Marina on the Delaware River in Camden. He was a member of the Camden Fire Department assigned to Engine 1 and Fire Boat 1, serving for nearly 27 years.\r\n\r\n\u201cHoward Bennett was a devoted husband, father, brother, and public servant,\u201d said Governor Sherrill. \u201cHe will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and fellow firefighters. We are heartbroken by his passing and honor his legacy of service.\u201d\r\n\r\nFor a copy of Executive Order No. 11, click\u00a0here.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honor-of-camden-firefighter-howard-bennett\/","date_start":"2026-02-11","date_end":"2026-02-11","type":"Local","state":"NJ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nj-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Sherrill Directs the Lowering of U.S. and New Jersey Flags in Honor of Camden Firefighter Howard Bennett Posted on..."},{"id":6412,"title":"Sergent First Class Trooper Sean William Acker","content":"Governor Sherrill has issued Executive Order No. 10 ordering the flag of the United States of America and the flag of New Jersey shall be flown at half-staff at all State departments, offices, agencies, and instrumentalities during appropriate hours on Tuesday, Feb. 10, in recognition and mourning of a brave and loyal New Jersey hero, Sergent First Class Trooper Sean William Acker.\r\n\r\nThis Order shall take effect immediately.\r\n\r\nExecutive Order No. 10","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/sergent-first-class-trooper-sean-william-acker\/","date_start":"2026-02-10","date_end":"2026-02-10","type":"Local","state":"NJ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nj-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Sherrill has issued Executive Order No. 10 ordering the flag of the United States of America and the flag..."},{"id":6299,"title":"Honoring Two DPS Crewmembers of Flagstaff Helicopter Crash","content":"Gov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Two Department of Public Safety Crewmembers Killed in Flagstaff Helicopter Crash\r\nFlags should be lowered Feb. 7 and 8 for the pilot and trooper-paramedic who were killed in the line of duty on Wednesday\r\n\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise Feb. 7 until sunset on Feb. 8 in honor of two Arizona Department of Public Safety crewmembers who tragically lost their lives in a line-of-duty helicopter crash on Wednesday evening.\r\n\r\nArizona Department of Public Safety State Trooper-Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett and Pilot Air Rescue Aviation Supervisor Robert B. Skankey were called to act as air support in an active-shooter incident in Flagstaff. Bennett had served DPS since 2022 and is survived by his wife. Skankey, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, served DPS since 2021 and is survived by his wife and four children.\r\n\r\nGovernor Hobbs issued the following statement:\r\n\r\n\u201cArizona owes immense gratitude to DPS State Trooper-Paramedic Hunter R. Bennett and DPS Pilot Air Rescue Aviation Supervisor Robert B. Skankey, whom we tragically lost this week. When they were called upon to help protect the Flagstaff community, they arrived without hesitation. This is a devastating loss for Arizona and for the aviation and law enforcement community. I\u2019m sending my deepest condolences to these heroes\u2019 families, loved ones, and colleagues.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.\r\n\r\nFor more information on half-staff orders in Arizona or to sign up for notifications, visit az.gov\/half-staff-notices.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-two-dps-crewmembers-of-flagstaff-helicopter-crash\/","date_start":"2026-02-07","date_end":"2026-02-08","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Gov. Hobbs Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Two Department of Public Safety Crewmembers Killed in Flagstaff Helicopter Crash Flags should..."},{"id":6307,"title":"Deputy Christopher Paul Ohlmeyer","content":"Today, the flags of the US and the State of Louisiana fly at half-staff in honor of Deputy Christopher Paul Ohlmeyer who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. Chris was a beloved husband, father, son, and brother. He exemplified courage and commitment in everything he did. Please join Sharon and me in praying for the Ohlmeyer family during this time. Chris will never be forgotten.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/deputy-christopher-paul-ohlmeyer\/","date_start":"2026-02-05","date_end":"2026-02-05","type":"Local","state":"LA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/la-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Today, the flags of the US and the State of Louisiana fly at half-staff in honor of Deputy Christopher Paul..."},{"id":5690,"title":"Honoring Former Mayor Evora Wheeler","content":"Jan 17th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today directed flags be flown at half-staff in Lyon County, Kansas, from sunup to sundown on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in honor of former Mayor Evora Wheeler."For decades, Evora Wheeler was a committed leader in Emporia, from her time serving as mayor to her extensive community engagement," Governor Laura Kelly said. "My condolences go out to her loved ones and the community during this difficult time."\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KSOG\/bulletins\/40497af","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-evora-wheeler\/","date_start":"2026-01-17","date_end":"2026-01-17","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 17th through (to be determined). Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today directed flags be flown..."},{"id":5692,"title":"Honoring Richard Carlson","content":"Jan 17th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today directed flags be flown at half-staff in Pottawatomie, Jackson, and Wabaunsee Counties from sunup to sundown on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in honor of former Kansas State Representative and Kansas Department of Transportation Secretary Richard Carlson.“Richard Carlson had a long career of public service, from his time serving in the Kansas Army National Guard to the Kansas Legislature and the Kansas Department of Transportation,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “My condolences go out to his friends, family, and former colleagues.”\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KSOG\/bulletins\/404c738","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-richard-carlson\/","date_start":"2026-01-17","date_end":"2026-01-17","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 17th through (to be determined). Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today directed flags be flown..."},{"id":5537,"title":"Gov. Healey Honors Officer LaPorta","content":"I am heartbroken over the news of Officer Stephen LaPorta\u2019s passing. He knew he was headed into a dangerous situation when he responded to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash, but like all of our officers do day in and day out, he put the public\u2019s safety first \u2013 and he tragically made the ultimate sacrifice. My prayers are with his loved ones, the Uxbridge Police Department, and our brave law enforcement and public safety officials all across the state. I ask Massachusetts residents to take a moment today to reflect on the bravery of Officer LaPorta and thank members of law enforcement for all that they do to keep us safe.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/news\/governor-healey-orders-flags-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-uxbridge-police-officer-stephen-laporta","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/gov-healey-honors-officer-laporta\/","date_start":"2026-01-07","date_end":"2026-01-15","type":"Local","state":"MA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ma-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"I am heartbroken over the news of Officer Stephen LaPorta\u2019s passing. He knew he was headed into a dangerous situation..."},{"id":5050,"title":"Honoring Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar","content":"Dec 15th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nToday, Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff effectively immediately until sunset on the final day of interment in honor and remembrance of Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard, 29, of Marshalltown, Iowa, and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, 25, of Des Moines, Iowa. Both were members of the 1st Squadron, 113th Cavalry Regiment. The two Iowa Army National Guard Soldiers were killed in an enemy attack Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Palmyra, Syria.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.iowa.gov\/press-release\/2025-12-15\/gov-reynolds-orders-flags-flown-half-staff-honor-and-remembrance-iowa-national-guard-soldiers-killed","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-sgt-william-nathaniel-howard-and-sgt-edgar-brian-torres-tovar\/","date_start":"2025-12-15","date_end":"2026-01-14","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 15th through (to be determined). Today, Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff..."},{"id":5530,"title":"Detective Paul Hoke Half-Staff","content":"Flag Status Alert: United States Flag and Maryland Flag will be at Half-Staff This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the United States Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. This is the day of interment for Detective Paul Hoke of the Baltimore County Police Department who died on Friday, January 2, 2026, from a medical emergency suffered while in the line of duty on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. As a matter of protocol, the Maryland flag is lowered to half-staff as well. The Maryland flag is currently flying at half-staff. At sunset on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the United States flag and Maryland flag should return to full-staff.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/Pages\/Services\/PastFlagStatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/detective-paul-hoke-half-staff\/","date_start":"2026-01-13","date_end":"2026-01-13","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Flag Status Alert: United States Flag and Maryland Flag will be at Half-Staff This is to advise that Governor Wes..."},{"id":5539,"title":"Flags Lowered for Senator Joel Gougeon","content":"Governor Gretchen Whitmer\u00a0has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on\u00a0Tuesday,\u00a0January 13, 2026, to honor and remember former state Senator\u00a0Joel Gougeon.\u00a0\r\n\r\n\u201cSenator\u00a0Gougeon\u00a0was a dedicated public servant who served his community admirably in the\u00a0U.S. Air Force and the\u00a0state\u00a0Senate,\u201d said\u00a0Governor Whitmer.\u00a0\u201cMy thoughts are with his family, friends, and all those who worked with and served alongside him.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\r\n\r\nFormer state Senator Joel Gougeon graduated from T.L. Handy High School and\u00a0then earned a degree in mechanical engineering from General Motors Institute.\u00a0After graduating, Gougeon served in the United States Air Force as an F-4 Phantom pilot. When he returned home, he founded Gougeon Brothers, Inc. with his brothers,\u00a0Meade\u00a0and Jan.\u00a0\u00a0\r\n\r\nGougeon served in the Michigan State Senate from 1993-2002\u00a0and also\u00a0served on the Bay County Commissioners from 1984-1990.\u00a0During his time in the Senate, he helped rewrite the Mental Health Code to reduce stigma and expand support for mental health research. After retiring from the Senate, Gougeon founded his own consulting company and continued to\u00a0participate\u00a0in\u00a0community service.\u00a0\r\n\r\nThe State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor, and service of former state Senator\u00a0Joel Gougeon\u00a0by lowering flags to half-staff within the State Capitol Complex.\u00a0To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.\u00a0\r\n\r\nFlags should be returned to full staff on\u00a0Wednesday,\u00a0January 14, 2026.\u00a0\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/press-releases\/2021\/01\/11\/governor-whitmer-lowers-flags-to-honor-two-u-s--capitol-police-officers","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-joel-gougeon\/","date_start":"2026-01-13","date_end":"2026-01-13","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Gretchen Whitmer\u00a0has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on\u00a0Tuesday,\u00a0January 13,..."},{"id":5424,"title":"Honoring Firefighter Andy Ziegler","content":"Jan 10th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in honor and remembrance of Firefighter Andy Ziegler, who tragically passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025.“Andy Ziegler lived every day with courage, compassion, and a commitment to others that few could match,” said Governor Walz. “Whether answering a call for help or spending time with his family, Andy gave his all. Minnesota mourns the loss of this extraordinary firefighter and community member. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife, Jojean, his children, grandchildren, family, friends, and fellow firefighters.”Firefighter Ziegler served the Milaca Fire Department with distinction for 15 years. He was known for his unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of his community, his readiness to help anyone in need, and his steadfast dedication to his colleagues and neighbors. Beyond his work as a firefighter, Andy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, whose humor, authenticity, and generosity left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him.Individuals, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to join in honoring Firefighter Ziegler by lowering their flags.\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/attachments\/MNGOV\/2026\/01\/09\/file_attachments\/3516223\/01.10.2026%20Andy%20Ziegler.pdf","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-andy-ziegler\/","date_start":"2026-01-10","date_end":"2026-01-10","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 10th through (to be determined). Governor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at..."},{"id":5542,"title":"Sergeant Michael L. Piro","content":"\r\n\r\nGovernor Kathy Hochul today directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of retired New York State Police Sergeant Michael L. Piro.\r\n\r\n\u201cA distinguished member of the New York State Police, Sergeant Piro, stepped up to serve and protect his fellow New Yorkers when it was needed most,\u201d\u00a0Governor Hochul said. \u201cI am profoundly grateful for Sergeant Piro and his dedication to keeping New York safe, and I join his family, colleagues, and community in honoring his life and service, and send my deepest condolences to those whose lives he touched.\u201d\r\n\r\nOn January 6, Sergeant Piro passed away from an illness stemming from his assignment in and around the World Trade Center site following the 9\/11 terrorist attack. He had retired after 30 years of dedicated service with the New York State Police on March 26, 2015.\r\n\r\nSergeant Piro is survived by his four children, and preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ny-sergeant-michael-l-piro\/","date_start":"2026-01-10","date_end":"2026-01-10","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Kathy Hochul today directed that flags on all state government buildings be flown at half-staff in honor of retired..."},{"id":5366,"title":"Honoring Congressman Pat Williams","content":"Jan 7th through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Gianforte ordered all flags in the state of Montana to flown at half-staff on Wednesday and Thursday in memory of Congressman Pat Williams. Williams will lie in state at the Montana State Capitol on Wednesday.\n\nSource: https:\/\/nbcmontana.com\/news\/local\/gianforte-orders-flags-at-half-staff-in-memory-of-congressman-pat-williams","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mt-congressman-pat-williams\/","date_start":"2026-01-07","date_end":"2026-01-08","type":"Local","state":"MT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mt-300x211.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 7th through (to be determined). Gov. Gianforte ordered all flags in the state of Montana to flown at half-staff..."},{"id":5332,"title":"Honoring Victims of the Eaton and Palisades Fires","content":"Jan 7th through (to be determined).\n\nSee source for full text\n\nSource: https:\/\/gov.ca.gov\/newsroom","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ca-victims-of-the-los-angeles-wildfires-eaton-and-palisades-fires\/","date_start":"2026-01-07","date_end":"2026-01-07","type":"Local","state":"CA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ca-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 7th through (to be determined). See source for full text Source: https:\/\/gov.ca.gov\/newsroom"},{"id":5544,"title":"Congressman Doug LaMalfa","content":"In honor of the late, GREAT, Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a true American Patriot and fantastic Representative of Northern California, yesterday I ordered all American Flags throughout the United States lowered to Half Mast until this evening. Doug will be dearly missed!\r\n\r\nFrom President Trump posted on Truth Social, January 7, 2026.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/congressman-doug-lamalfa\/","date_start":"2026-01-07","date_end":"2026-01-07","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"In honor of the late, GREAT, Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a true American Patriot and fantastic Representative of Northern California, yesterday..."},{"id":5279,"title":"Honoring Fire Chief David Haverdink","content":"Jan 6th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, to honor the life and service of Fire Chief David Haverdink, who passed away in the line of duty.\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/flag-honors","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-fire-chief-david-haverdink\/","date_start":"2026-01-06","date_end":"2026-01-06","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 6th through (to be determined). Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex..."},{"id":5088,"title":"Flags Lowered for Trooper Snook","content":"Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff in remembrance of the Delaware State Trooper,Matthew T. \"Ty\" Snook, who was killed in the line of duty during the tragic shooting at the Wilmington DMV in New Castle. Governor Matt Meyer, First Lady Lauren Meyer, Lieutenant Governor Kyle Evans Gay, and Second Gentleman Olin Gay issued the following statement: \"Today, we mourn the loss of a Delaware State Trooper who gave his life in the line of duty. He made the ultimate sacrifice to protect his fellow Delawareans, and our hearts are broken for his family. We are praying for them, their loved ones, and every state trooper as they grieve this sudden and unimaginable loss. \"Protecting the lives and livelihoods of Delawareans is our most fundamental responsibility, and moments like this underscore both the risks our first responders take and the courage they show every day. We are deeply grateful to the state and local law enforcement officers and emergency personnel whose professionalism and quick action helped prevent further harm.\" A funeral service will be held Jan. 5 for the Delaware State Police trooper who was killed Dec. 23 by a gunman at the Division of Motor Vehicles near New Castle.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/2025\/12\/23\/governor-meyer-orders-lowering-of-flags-for-state-trooper-killed-in-dmv-shooting\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-lowered-for-trooper-snook\/","date_start":"2025-12-23","date_end":"2026-01-05","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff in remembrance..."},{"id":5147,"title":"Honoring State Trooper Memorial","content":"Dec 23rd through (to be determined).\n\nSee source for full text\n\nSource: https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/de-state-trooper-name-not-specified\/","date_start":"2025-12-23","date_end":"2026-01-05","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 23rd through (to be determined). See source for full text Source: https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/flag-status\/"},{"id":4578,"title":"Former State Superintendent Judy Catchpole","content":"\r\nGovernor Gordon Statement on the Passing of Former State Superintendent Judy Catchpole\r\nDecember 04, 2025\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGovernor Mark Gordon (R-WY) ordered the lowering of both flags today and issued a statement mourning the death of former State Superintendent of Public Instruction Judy Catchpole.\r\n\r\nCatchpole, who served from 1995\u20132003, led major education reforms that shaped Wyoming\u2019s modern school system, including academic standards, student assessments, teacher-certification updates, and early charter-school policy. A lifelong advocate for children, she continued her leadership long after leaving office through UW advisory boards, literacy initiatives, and statewide education committees.\r\n\r\n\u201cJudy Catchpole devoted her life to Wyoming\u2019s kids, and our state is better because of her steady leadership and wholehearted service,\u201d Governor Gordon said.\u00a0 \u201cJennie and I treasured our friendship with Judy and Glenn. We will miss her deeply and hold Glenn and their family in our prayers.\u201d\r\n\r\nFuneral details will be shared by the family.\u00a0 The flags will remain at half staff until sundown on the day of interment.\r\nUpdate: 12\/11\/2025 - Funeral set for 1\/5\/2026 (source: https:\/\/www.bustardcares.com\/obituaries\/judith-catchpole)\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.wyo.gov\/news-releases\/governor-gordon-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-state-superintendent-judy-catchpole\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wy-former-state-superintendent-judy-catchpole\/","date_start":"2025-12-04","date_end":"2026-01-05","type":"Local","state":"WY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wy-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Gordon Statement on the Passing of Former State Superintendent Judy Catchpole December 04, 2025 Governor Mark Gordon (R-WY) ordered..."},{"id":5146,"title":"Honoring Those Who Lost Their Lives","content":"Jan 1st through (to be determined).\n\nSee source for full text\n\nSource: https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/co-20260101\/","date_start":"2026-01-01","date_end":"2026-01-04","type":"Local","state":"CO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/co-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 1st through (to be determined). See source for full text Source: https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/"},{"id":5202,"title":"Honoring Former Senate President Steve Morris","content":"Jan 4th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today ordered flags throughout Finney, Grant, Hamilton, Kearny, Morton, Stanton, Stevens, Haskell, Greeley, and Wichita counties be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Sunday, January 4, 2026, in honor of Former Kansas Senate President Steve Morris.\u201cFrom his time serving our country in the United States Air Force, to his years of service on the Hugoton Board of Education and tenure as President of the Kansas State Senate, Steve Morris was a principled and pragmatic leader,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. \u201cHis commonsense and commitment moved Kansas forward. My deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones.\u201d\n\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KSOG\/bulletins\/4024610","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-steve-morris\/","date_start":"2026-01-04","date_end":"2026-01-04","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 4th through (to be determined). Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today ordered flags throughout Finney,..."},{"id":5090,"title":"Victims of the French Quarter Terrorism Attack","content":"Beginning\u00a0January 1, 2026, the State of Louisiana will observe a\u00a0four-day period of mourning and reflection\u00a0to mark the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack on\u00a0Bourbon Street.\r\n\r\nThis state-mandated period commemorates the 14 people killed and dozens injured on January 1, 2025, when an attacker drove a vehicle into a crowd of New Year's Eve revelers.\u00a0\r\n\r\nCommemoration Details\r\nGovernor Jeff Landry\u2019s executive order includes several specific observances throughout the four days:\u00a0\r\n\r\n \tHalf-Staff Flags:\u00a0All flags across the state will fly at half-staff from\u00a0January 1 through January 4, 2026.\r\n \tDaily Honors:\u00a0Each day of the mourning period focuses on a different group impacted by the tragedy:\r\n\r\n \tJan. 1:\u00a0Honoring those who lost their lives.\r\n \tJan. 2:\u00a0Honoring the survivors of the attack.\r\n \tJan. 3:\u00a0Honoring first responders, law enforcement, and medical personnel.\r\n \tJan. 4:\u00a0Recognizing the broader community and all those impacted.\r\n\r\n\r\n \tStatewide Bell Ringing:\u00a0On\u00a0January 4 at 3:15 p.m.\u00a0(following a moment of silence), churches and public buildings are encouraged to\u00a0ring their bells 14 times\u00a0to honor the 14 lives lost.\r\n \tSymbolic Colors:\u00a0Residents are encouraged to incorporate\u00a0green and yellow\u2014representing harmony and renewal\u2014into their memorials and lighting displays.\u00a0\r\n\r\n\r\nMemorial Installations\r\nA temporary public art memorial called\u00a0\u201cSecond Line in the Sky\u201d\u00a0is currently on view in the French Quarter. Located across the\u00a0100\u2013300 blocks of Bourbon Street, the installation features illuminated elements and over 800 prayer flags. It will remain on display until\u00a0January 18, 2026. Additionally, a\u00a0French Quarter Terrorism Attack Memorial Commission\u00a0has been established to recommend a site for a permanent memorial.\u00a0","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/victims-of-the-french-quarter-terrorism-attack\/","date_start":"2026-01-01","date_end":"2026-01-04","type":"Local","state":"LA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/la-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Beginning\u00a0January 1, 2026, the State of Louisiana will observe a\u00a0four-day period of mourning and reflection\u00a0to mark the one-year anniversary of..."},{"id":5203,"title":"Honoring Former State Senator Lewis H. Entz","content":"Jan 3rd through (to be determined).\n\nSTATEWIDE - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, January 3rd to honor the passing of former Colorado State Senator Lewis H. Entz. Flags will be lowered to half-staff starting from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, January 3rd, the day of Senator Entz's memorial service.\n\nSource: https:\/\/colorado.gov\/governor\/news","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/co-lewis-h-entz\/","date_start":"2026-01-03","date_end":"2026-01-03","type":"Local","state":"CO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/co-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Jan 3rd through (to be determined). STATEWIDE - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to be lowered from sunrise to sunset..."},{"id":4379,"title":"Honor Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe and Specialist Sarah Beckstrom","content":"CHARLESTON, WV \u2014 Governor Patrick Morrisey issued a formal proclamation requesting that all West Virginians observe a statewide moment of silence or prayer today at 2:15 p.m. to honor Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe and Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, the two West Virginia National Guard members who were ambushed while serving in Washington, D.C. Governor Morrisey has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in recognition of the passing of Specialist Beckstrom last night.\r\n\u201cThese two West Virginia heroes were serving our country and protecting our nation\u2019s capital when they were maliciously attacked,\u201d\u00a0Governor Morrisey said. \u201cTheir courage and commitment to duty represent the very best of our state. I am asking every West Virginian to pause at 2:15 p.m. on Friday to pray for their families and their fellow service members.\u201d\r\nEarlier this year, President Donald J. Trump mobilized the District of Columbia National Guard to address rising violent crime in the nation\u2019s capital and directed the Secretary of Defense to coordinate with state governors to supply additional National Guard personnel as needed. In response to that directive, Governor Morrisey mobilized members of the West Virginia National Guard to active service in Washington, D.C.\r\nSSgt Wolfe, 24, of Martinsburg, serves with the 167th Force Support Squadron. SPC Beckstrom, 20, of Summersville, served with the 863rd Military Police Company. Both were conducting security operations near the Farragut West Metro Station on November 26 when they were ambushed and shot shortly after 2:15 p.m.\r\nSwift action by nearby National Guard members and law enforcement officers stopped the attacker and prevented further violence. Both Guardsmen were rushed to the hospital, and SSgt Wolfe remains in very critical condition.\r\n\u201cThe people of West Virginia stand united in condemning this cowardly and evil act,\u201d\u00a0Governor Morrisey said. \u201cWe honor SSgt Wolfe for his courage, and we honor SPC Beckstrom for making the ultimate sacrifice in service to her state and nation. We hold their families, their friends, and their fellow Guardsmen in our deepest thoughts and prayers. This moment of silence, and lowering of the flags, is one small way to demonstrate our gratitude, our respect, and our support during this painful and heartbreaking time.\u201d\r\nIt is important to remember that in the true spirit of serving in America\u2019s armed forces, both SSgt Wolfe and SPC Beckstrom stepped forward and volunteered for this mission, placing themselves in harm\u2019s way to protect our state and our nation. Their bravery and selflessness reflect the courage, sacrifice, and quiet strength that have defined both West Virginians and those who serve for generations.\r\nYou can read the full text of the proclamation here.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wv-honor-staff-sergeant-andrew-wolfe-and-specialist-sarah-beckstrom\/","date_start":"2025-11-28","date_end":"2025-12-31","type":"Local","state":"WV","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wv-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"CHARLESTON, WV \u2014 Governor Patrick Morrisey issued a formal proclamation requesting that all West Virginians observe a statewide moment of..."},{"id":5052,"title":"Honoring the Victims of the Silver Lake Nursing Home Explosion and Fire","content":"Dec 24th through (to be determined).\n\nOn Wednesday, December 24, 2025, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds in Bucks County to fly at half-staff immediately to honor the victims of the explosion and fire that occurred on Tuesday, December 23, at Silver Lake Nursing Home in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania. The flags shall remain at half-staff until Tuesday, December 30. All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.pa.gov\/agencies\/dgs\/flag-notices","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/pa-20251224\/","date_start":"2025-12-24","date_end":"2025-12-30","type":"Local","state":"PA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pa-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 24th through (to be determined). On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor..."},{"id":5081,"title":"Flags lowered for Timothy Bertz","content":"Governor Tim Walz has ordered all the U.S. and Minnesota flags at state buildings to fly at half-staff beginning on Monday in honor of St. Paul Firefighter Timothy Bertz, who died Monday. Bertz graduated from the St. Paul Fire Academy on Dec. 17, just days before his death. St. Paul Fire Department stated he suffered a \u201cserious medical event\u201d at his home. RELATED: St. Paul Fire mourns death of firefighter days after his academy graduation He began his firefighting career in Harris in 2017 before moving to Lino Lakes. \u201cTim Bertz was the true definition of a public servant,\u201d Walz said. \u201cFrom serving his country as a Navy SEAL to fulfilling his lifelong dream of joining the Saint Paul Fire Department, Tim\u2019s dedication to others left a lasting impact on the communities he served. Minnesota mourns his loss and extends our deepest condolences to his wife, Andrea, his family, friends, and fellow firefighters.\u201d\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/kstp.com\/kstp-news\/local-news\/gov-walz-orders-flags-to-fly-half-staff-in-honor-of-late-st-paul-firefighter\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-lowered-for-timothy-bertz\/","date_start":"2025-12-29","date_end":"2025-12-29","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Tim Walz has ordered all the U.S. and Minnesota flags at state buildings to fly at half-staff beginning on..."},{"id":4799,"title":"Honoring Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torrestovar","content":"Dec 15th through the final day of interment (undetermined)\r\nToday, Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff effectively immediately until sunset on the final day of interment in honor and remembrance of Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard, 29, of Marshalltown, Iowa, and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, 25, of Des Moines, Iowa. Both were members of the 1st Squadron, 113th Cavalry Regiment. The two Iowa Army National Guard Soldiers were killed in an enemy attack Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Palmyra, Syria.\r\n\r\n\u201cSgt. Howard and Sgt. Torres-Tovar served our state and nation with honor, and in doing so, gave the ultimate sacrifice. We are grateful for their service and deeply mourn their loss,\u201d Governor Reynolds said. \u201cKevin and I offer our prayers and condolences to their families and ask that Iowans stand united in support of them during this difficult time.\u201d\r\n\r\nFlags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state.\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties, and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.iowa.gov\/press-release\/2025-12-15\/gov-reynolds-orders-flags-flown-half-staff-honor-and-remembrance-iowa-national-guard-soldiers-killed","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-sgt-william-nathaniel-howard-29-of-marshalltown-and-sgt-edgar-brian-torrestovar-25-of-grimes\/","date_start":"2025-12-15","date_end":"2025-12-28","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 15th through the final day of interment (undetermined) Today, Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to..."},{"id":5053,"title":"Honoring Washington State Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting","content":"Dec 27th through (to be determined).\n\nI am deeply saddened by the death of Washington State Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, 29, Badge #720, who tragically lost her life in the line of duty on Friday, December 19, 2025. I hereby direct that Washington state and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in her memory on Saturday, December 27, 2025.... I have no objection to agencies lowering the flags at the close of business on Friday, December 26, 2025. Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Saturday, December 27, 2025, or first thing Monday morning, December 29th. Please notify all of your field offices and facilities around the state.... Other government entities, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.wa.gov\/office-governor\/office\/official-actions\/directives","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wa-tara-marysa-guting\/","date_start":"2025-12-27","date_end":"2025-12-27","type":"Local","state":"WA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wa-300x209.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 27th through (to be determined). I am deeply saddened by the death of Washington State Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting, 29,..."},{"id":4969,"title":"Honoring Firefighter Michael Ryan","content":"Dec 20th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Kathy Hochul today directed flags on all State government buildings be lowered on Saturday, December 20 from sunrise to sunset in honor of Michael Ryan, firefighter and commissioner for the Phoenicia Fire District who died in the line-of-duty on December 13, 2025 while responding to a report of an injured hiker. \"With a distinguished career in the military, as a member of law enforcement and as a firefighter, Commissioner Michael Ryan spent more than four decades as a public servant working selflessly to protect others,\" Governor Hochul said. \"I extend my deepest condolences to Michael's loved ones and colleagues as they remember his life and legacy. His unwavering dedication to service will not be forgotten.\"\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.governor.ny.gov\/news\/governor-hochul-directs-flags-lowered-half-staff-honor-fallen-firefighter-and-commissioner","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ny-michael-ryan\/","date_start":"2025-12-20","date_end":"2025-12-20","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 20th through (to be determined). Governor Kathy Hochul today directed flags on all State government buildings be lowered on..."},{"id":4804,"title":"Honoring Ella Cook","content":"\r\n\r\nTO: Alabama State Agencies\r\n\r\nFROM: Governor Kay Ivey\r\n\r\nDATE: Monday, December 15, 2025\r\n\r\nRE: Flags Lowered in Memory of Shooting Victim Ella Cook of Alabama\r\nI hereby authorize flags be flown at half-staff effective immediately on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of Alabama until sunset, Friday, December 19, 2025, in memory of Ella Cook of Mountain Brook who lost her life at the hands of a shooter at Brown University.\r\nOn Saturday evening, December 13, 2025, two students were murdered and many more were injured during a shooting on the campus of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Among those who lost their lives was Alabama native Ella Cook, a 19-year-old Brown University sophomore from Mountain Brook. She was much beloved in her community, her church and among her classmates at Brown University. Her pastor, Rev. Craig Smalley of Cathedral Church of the Advent in Birmingham observed, \u201cShe was an incredible, grounded, faithful bright light... Not only here, growing up here at the Advent and myriad ways in which she served faithfully and the ways she encouraged and lifted up those around her, but at Brown University, she was an incredible light in that particular place as well.\u201d As all of Alabama wraps our arms around Ella\u2019s family in prayer, I also join in mourning her loss.\r\nAccordingly, I direct all flags on the grounds of the State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of Alabama may be flown at half-staff effective immediately until sunset, Friday, December 19, 2025, in memory of Ella Cook of Mountain Brook.\r\nKI\/ml\r\n\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.alabama.gov\/newsroom\/2025\/12\/flags-lowered-in-memory-of-shooting-victim-ella-cook-of-alabama\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/al-ella-cook\/","date_start":"2025-12-15","date_end":"2025-12-19","type":"Local","state":"AL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/al-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"TO: Alabama State Agencies FROM: Governor Kay Ivey DATE: Monday, December 15, 2025 RE: Flags Lowered in Memory of Shooting..."},{"id":4932,"title":"Remembrance of Recent Tragedies","content":"GOVERNOR GREEN ORDERS FLAGS LOWERED IN REMEMBRANCE\r\nOF BROWN UNIVERSITY AND BONDI BEACH TRAGEDIES\r\nFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\r\nDecember 16, 2025\r\nHONOLULU \u2014 Governor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and all Hawai\u02bbi National Guard facilities to honor the victims of the tragic shooting at Brown University and the mass shooting at\u00a0Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia.\r\n\r\nFlags shall be lowered immediately and remain at half-staff through sunset on Friday, December 19.\r\n\r\n\u201cThe people of Hawai\u02bbi stand with the communities at Brown University and in Sydney as they grieve these devastating losses,\u201d said Governor Green. \u201cLowering our flags is a gesture of shared sorrow and resolve \u2014 a moment to honor every life taken, support the families forever changed and call for an end to the senseless violence that continues to wound our global community.\u201d\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-in-remembrance-of-brown-university-and-bondi-beach-tragedies\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/remembrance-of-recent-tragedies\/","date_start":"2025-12-16","date_end":"2025-12-19","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"GOVERNOR GREEN ORDERS FLAGS LOWERED IN REMEMBRANCE OF BROWN UNIVERSITY AND BONDI BEACH TRAGEDIES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2025..."},{"id":4389,"title":"Stockton Shooting","content":"\"As more details emerge about this horrific shooting, my heart is with the families of the victims and the entire Stockton community. No child should ever have their life taken from them. I\u2019ve ordered flags at the State Capitol to fly at half-staff to honor the children we mourn and stand with the community as it grieves.\" - Governor Newsom\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nUpdate December 16, 2025: With the funeral services for the victims believed to be concluded, this notice is now closed as the community continues to honor their memory.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/stockton-shooting\/","date_start":"2025-12-02","date_end":"2025-12-16","type":"Local","state":"CA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ca-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"\"As more details emerge about this horrific shooting, my heart is with the families of the victims and the entire..."},{"id":4813,"title":"Honoring Gerald McCormick","content":"By order of the Governor, flags at the State Capitol shall be flown at half-staff effective from sunrise on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 until sunset on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 in memory of former State Representative Gerald McCormick who passed away on December 11, 2025 at the age of 63. Representative McCormick served as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from 2004 until 2018 and as Majority Leader starting in 2011.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.tn.gov\/about-tn\/flag-status.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-gerald-mccormick\/","date_start":"2025-12-16","date_end":"2025-12-16","type":"Local","state":"TN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tn-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"By order of the Governor, flags at the State Capitol shall be flown at half-staff effective from sunrise on Tuesday,..."},{"id":4800,"title":"Honoring Brown University Shooting Victims","content":"Governor McKee Directs Flags to Half-Staff\r\nto Honor of the Victims of Brown University Shooting\r\nDecember 14, 2025 - undetermined\r\n\r\nPROVIDENCE, RI\u00a0\u2013 Governor Dan McKee has ordered Rhode Island flags at all state buildings and facilities to be lowered to half-staff as a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the tragic shooting at Brown University.\r\n\r\n\u201cMy heart is with the victims, the families, the Brown University community, and the brave law enforcement officials who responded to this horrific attack,\u201d said\u00a0Governor Dan McKee.\u00a0\u201cIn the face of tragedy, Rhode Island will do what we do best: come together with compassion and resolve to support one another.\u201d\r\n\r\nGovernor McKee also asks Rhode Islanders to lower their flags as a sign of respect.\r\n\r\nPublished on Sunday, December 14, 2025\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ri.gov\/press-releases\/governor-mckee-directs-flags-half-staff-honor-victims-brown-university-shooting","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ri-20251214\/","date_start":"2025-12-14","date_end":"2025-12-15","type":"Local","state":"RI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ri-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Governor McKee Directs Flags to Half-Staff to Honor of the Victims of Brown University Shooting December 14, 2025 - undetermined..."},{"id":4819,"title":"Remembrance of Sandy Hook Tragedy","content":"Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Half-Staff Sunday for the Anniversary of the Tragedy in Sandy Hook\r\n12\/12\/2025\r\n\r\n(HARTFORD, CT) \u2013 Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and Connecticut flags lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in remembrance of the twenty children and six adults who were killed thirteen years ago in the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown.\r\nIn accordance with the directive, flags will be at half-staff on the Connecticut State Capitol building and all other state-operated buildings, grounds, and facilities statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, and any other private entities and government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags for this same duration of time. Since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags, including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise, should also be lowered.\r\n\u201cThis tragedy thirteen years ago is one of the worst to ever occur in Connecticut, and our hearts will forever be with the twenty innocent children who were taken all too soon and the six devoted educators who lost their lives protecting the students they heroically guarded,\u201d\u00a0Governor Lamont said. \u201cLet this anniversary serve as a reminder of the courage and strength of our school teachers and faculty, the ongoing need to dedicate ourselves to being sources of love and humanity, and our collective responsibility to work toward a more peaceful, kind, and hopeful world.\u201d\r\n\u201cThirteen years ago, Connecticut faced the most tragic day in our state\u2019s history as we lost the lives of twenty children and six educators at Sandy Hook Elementary School,\u201d\u00a0Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz said. \u201cThis event continues to cause shared grief and heartbreak for us all more than a decade later. In their memory, we continue to honor the innocent lives lost by carrying ourselves with kindness and generosity, not only on December 14, but every day of the year. To their friends, family, and survivors, I keep you in my prayers and wish you comfort.\u201d\r\n\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/governor\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/12-2025\/governor-lamont-directs-flags-to-half-staff-sunday-for-the-anniversary-of-the-tragedy-in-sandy-hook?language=en_US","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/remembrance-of-sandy-hook-tragedy\/","date_start":"2025-12-14","date_end":"2025-12-14","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Half-Staff Sunday for the Anniversary of the Tragedy in Sandy Hook 12\/12\/2025 (HARTFORD, CT) \u2013..."},{"id":4764,"title":"Honoring Former Representative Billie Ray \u201cBill\u201d McCreary","content":"TOPEKA \u2013 Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly ordered flags throughout Harper and Sumner counties be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Saturday, December 13, 2025, to honor the passing of former State Representative Billie Ray \u201cBill\u201d McCreary.\r\n\r\n\u201cFormer Representative McCreary\u2019s storied legacy is that of a dedicated public servant,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. \u201cHe chose to serve his community, state, and country in every role he held throughout his life \u2013 as a paratrooper and Staff Sergeant in the military, an entrepreneur, a grocer, and finally, a legislator. My condolences go out to his loved ones during this difficult time.\u201d\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KSOG\/bulletins\/3ff6ccb","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-billie-ray-bill-mccreary\/","date_start":"2025-12-13","date_end":"2025-12-13","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"TOPEKA \u2013 Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly ordered flags throughout Harper and Sumner counties be..."},{"id":4616,"title":"Flags Lowered for Lt. James White","content":"In honor of the life and service of Lieutenant James \u201cBryan\u201d White of the Madison County Sheriff\u2019s Office, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Madison and Clark counties and at all Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation facilities on December 9, 2025. Lieutenant White began his law enforcement career with the Clark County Sheriff's Office. He later joined the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). Following his time with BCI, White was an officer with the Madison County Sheriff's Office Investigations Division until his death. All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may lower at their discretion for the same time period.\r\n\r\nsource: https:\/\/governor.ohio.gov\/wps\/portal\/gov\/governor\/media\/news-and-media\/governor-dewine-orders-flags-lowered-in-honor-of-lieutenant-james-bryan-white","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-lowered-for-lt-james-white\/","date_start":"2025-12-09","date_end":"2025-12-09","type":"Local","state":"OH","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/oh.jpg","excerpt":"In honor of the life and service of Lieutenant James \u201cBryan\u201d White of the Madison County Sheriff\u2019s Office, Ohio Governor..."},{"id":4393,"title":"National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","content":"A resolution approved by Congress in 1994 designates December 7 of each year as \u201cNational Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day,\u201d and directs that all flags be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sundown.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/2025-national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day\/","date_start":"2025-12-07","date_end":"2025-12-07","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/iStock-1440079465-300x300.jpg","excerpt":"A resolution approved by Congress in 1994 designates December 7 of each year as \u201cNational Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day,\u201d and..."},{"id":4551,"title":"Honoring State Senator Faith Winter","content":"Dec 5th through (to be determined).\n\nFaith was a steady, compassionate, and fierce advocate for all families in Colorado. From her time as an environmental advocate to her leadership in the halls of the State Capitol, Faith's dedication improved the lives of all Coloradans. I order all flags to be flown at half staff from sunrise to sunset tomorrow Friday December 5, 2025 in honor of Senator Faith Winter, who made immeasurable contributions to the State of Colorado through her years of relentless advocacy for women, families, and our beautiful state.\n\nSource: https:\/\/colorado.gov\/governor\/news","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/co-faith-winter\/","date_start":"2025-12-05","date_end":"2025-12-06","type":"Local","state":"CO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/co-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 5th through (to be determined). Faith was a steady, compassionate, and fierce advocate for all families in Colorado. From..."},{"id":4552,"title":"Honoring Former State Representative Fred Durhal Jr.","content":"Dec 5th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, December 5 to honor and remember former state Representative Fred Durhal Jr. The flag lowering will coincide with the date of the funeral. [Full text continues with background on Representative Durhal's service]\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/flag-honors","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-fred-durhal-jr\/","date_start":"2025-12-05","date_end":"2025-12-06","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 5th through (to be determined). Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex..."},{"id":4275,"title":"State Representative Kevin Ryan","content":"Governor Lamont Directs State Flags To Half-Staff in Honor of State Representative Kevin Ryan\r\n11\/24\/2025\r\n\r\n(HARTFORD, CT) \u2013 Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing the flag of the State of Connecticut lowered to half-staff in honor of State Representative Kevin Ryan (D-Ledyard, Montville, Norwich), who passed away yesterday.\r\nState flags should be lowered effective immediately and remain lowered until sunset on the date of interment, which has not yet been determined. The Office of the Governor will send out a notification indicating when flags should be returned to full staff.\r\n\u201cKevin Ryan was among the most dedicated and enthusiastic legislators, who was devoted to his district and serving the people of Ledyard, Montville, and Norwich,\u201d\u00a0Governor Lamont said. \u201cHe loved public service and was always ready and willing to listen to the views of the people he represented and take action to support their interests. Throughout my tenure as governor, Kevin has been one of the friendliest legislators that I\u2019ve had the opportunity to work with, and I am going to miss his clever, sharp, and humorous personality. On behalf of the State of Connecticut, I send my deepest condolences to Kevin\u2019s friends, family, and colleagues in the General Assembly.\u201d\r\n\u201cI\u2019ve had the privilege of serving alongside Kevin Ryan since we were both elected to the legislature in 1992,\u201d\u00a0Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz said. \u201cThroughout his time in office, he was an ardent advocate for his district and Eastern Connecticut. Kevin never failed to stand up for the working families of our state, helping to shape Connecticut\u2019s public health and labor laws. And, whether it was by educating our college students in his day job or entertaining my own children when they visited the legislature, Kevin was deeply committed to enriching the lives of our youngest residents. He was not just known in our legislature but to legislators across the country through his work with the National Conference of Legislators. Kevin\u2019s personality was larger than life. His quick wit and keen sense of humor will be deeply missed by myself and so many at the State Capitol.\u201d\r\nIn accordance with the governor\u2019s directive, the state flag will be at half-staff on the Connecticut State Capitol building and all other state-operated buildings, grounds, and facilities statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, and any other private entities and government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags for this same duration of time.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ct-state-representative-kevin-ryan\/","date_start":"2025-11-24","date_end":"2025-12-05","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Lamont Directs State Flags To Half-Staff in Honor of State Representative Kevin Ryan 11\/24\/2025 (HARTFORD, CT) \u2013 Governor Ned..."},{"id":4352,"title":"Honoring Shelby P. Guazzo","content":"Nov 24th through (to be determined).\n\nThe Commissioners of St. Mary's County have ordered the Maryland State and St. Mary's County flags to be flown at half-staff in St. Mary's County, in remembrance of Shelby P. Guazzo, who passed away on November 24, 2025. The State of Maryland and St. Mary's County flags will remain lowered in St. Mary's County until sunset on the day of her interment, December 5, 2025, in honor of her service to the people of St. Mary's County.\n\nSource: https:\/\/thebaynet.com\/flag-status-alert-maryland-and-st-marys-county-flag-to-be-lowered-at-half-staff\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-shelby-p-guazzo\/","date_start":"2025-11-24","date_end":"2025-12-05","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 24th through (to be determined). The Commissioners of St. Mary's County have ordered the Maryland State and St. Mary's..."},{"id":4493,"title":"Honoring Specialist Sarah Beckstrom","content":"Dec 4th through (to be determined).\n\nTo honor the passing of West Virginia Army National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, following the Presidential proclamation and in accordance with U.S. Flag Code.\n\nSource: https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/2025\/12\/04\/governor-meyer-orders-lowering-of-flags-to-honor-passing-of-west-virginia-army-national-guard-member-sarah-beckstrom\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/de-sarah-beckstrom\/","date_start":"2025-12-04","date_end":"2025-12-04","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Dec 4th through (to be determined). To honor the passing of West Virginia Army National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, following..."},{"id":4391,"title":"State Representative Ann-Margaret Ferrante","content":"Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings beginning immediately today, November 27, 2025, until sunset on the day of interment, in honor of the life and legacy, and in recognition of the passing, of State Representative Ann-Margaret Ferrante.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/state-representative-ann-margaret-ferrante\/","date_start":"2025-11-27","date_end":"2025-12-04","type":"Local","state":"MA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ma-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth..."},{"id":4385,"title":"Corrections Officer Jeremy Lewis Hall","content":"Governor's Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Virginia Department of Corrections Officer Jeremy Lewis Hall\r\nIn accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of Virginia Department of Corrections Officer Jeremy Lewis Hall, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on November 17, 2025, during a violent attack by an inmate at River North Correctional Center. Officer Hall faithfully served the Virginia Department of Corrections since April 25, 2024, and his courage, professionalism, and commitment to protecting the Commonwealth and its citizens will never be forgotten. Virginia mourns this profound loss and extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues across the Department of Corrections.\r\n\r\nI hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, and remain at half-staff until sunset.\r\n\r\nOrdered on this, the 1st day of December, 2025.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\n\r\nGlenn Youngkin\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.governor.virginia.gov\/constituent-services\/flag-information\/flag-orders\/title-of-flag-order-1071793-en.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/corrections-officer-jeremy-lewis-hall\/","date_start":"2025-12-02","date_end":"2025-12-02","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Governor's Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Virginia Department of Corrections Officer Jeremy Lewis Hall In accordance with the..."},{"id":4387,"title":"Honor of Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow","content":"Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow\r\n\r\nOn Friday, November 21, 2025, Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office was killed in the line of duty at the age of 47. Sergeant Sweeting-Mashkow died a hero and took pride in protecting her community from danger. Sergeant Sweeting-Mashkow served the State of Florida and Indian River County for 25 years. She leaves behind her husband, daughter, and stepson. Sergeant Sweeting-Mashkow served her community with integrity, courage, and compassion. She will not be forgotten.\r\n\r\nTo honor the memory of Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow and her service to our state, I hereby direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida to be flown at half-staff at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout Indian River County from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, December 2, 2025\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.flgov.com\/eog\/news\/press\/2025\/memorandum-flags-half-staff-honor-sergeant-terri-sweeting-mashkow","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honor-of-sergeant-terri-sweeting-mashkow\/","date_start":"2025-12-02","date_end":"2025-12-02","type":"Local","state":"FL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/fl-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow On Friday, November 21, 2025, Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow of the Indian..."},{"id":4349,"title":"Honoring Captain Michael Booke","content":"Nov 24th through (to be determined).\n\nOn Monday, November 24, 2025, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds in Northampton County to fly at half-staff immediately in honor of Northampton Fire Department Captain and retired Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Michael Booke, who passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, due to injuries suffered during a training exercise last month. The flags shall remain at half-staff until sunset on Saturday, November 29, 2025. All Pennsylvania residents are invited to participate in this tribute.\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.pa.gov\/agencies\/dgs\/flag-notices","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/pa-michael-booke\/","date_start":"2025-11-24","date_end":"2025-11-29","type":"Local","state":"PA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pa-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 24th through (to be determined). On Monday, November 24, 2025, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor..."},{"id":4351,"title":"Honoring Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 3rd through (to be determined).\n\nThe flags are lowered to honor Dick Cheney, the former vice president under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, who died on Nov. 3.\n\nSource: https:\/\/rgj.com\/story\/life\/2025\/11\/14\/nevada-flags-half-staff\/87269757007\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nv-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-27","type":"Local","state":"NV","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nv-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 3rd through (to be determined). The flags are lowered to honor Dick Cheney, the former vice president under President..."},{"id":4350,"title":"Honoring DHS Nurse Who Died On Duty","content":"Nov 26th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Tony Evers orders flags to half-staff to honor DHS nurse who died on duty\n\nSource: https:\/\/wausaupilotandreview.com\/2025\/11\/25\/gov-evers-orders-flags-to-half-staff-to-honor-dhs-nurse-who-died-on-duty\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wi-20251126\/","date_start":"2025-11-26","date_end":"2025-11-26","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 26th through (to be determined). Governor Tony Evers orders flags to half-staff to honor DHS nurse who died on..."},{"id":4239,"title":"Retraction Notice","content":"Former Governor Carl Gutierrez\r\nIt was previously reported on this post that former Governor Carl Gutierez of Guam had passed away on November 18, 2025. This information was incorrect.\r\n\r\nAfter direct confirmation with the Governor\u2019s family, we can state clearly that he is alive. We sincerely regret the error and any distress it may have caused.\r\n\r\nThis mistake originated from an automated parsing error of official government sources. We have since updated our procedures to ensure stricter verification before publishing, including additional checks of source material.\r\n\r\nWe remain committed to accuracy and transparency, and we thank the Governor\u2019s family for bringing this to our attention.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/gu-carl-gutierrez\/","date_start":"2025-11-20","date_end":"2025-11-22","type":"Local","state":"GU","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gu.png","excerpt":"Former Governor Carl Gutierrez It was previously reported on this post that former Governor Carl Gutierez of Guam had passed..."},{"id":4208,"title":"Honoring Edward Cochran, Jr., former Howard County Executive","content":"Nov 21st through (to be determined).\n\nSee source for full text\n\nSource: https:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/pages\/services\/pastflagstatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-edward-cochran-jr\/","date_start":"2025-11-21","date_end":"2025-11-21","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 21st through (to be determined). See source for full text Source: https:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/pages\/services\/pastflagstatus.aspx"},{"id":4209,"title":"Honoring Victims of Waukesha Christmas Parade Tragedy","content":"Nov 21st through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., Nov. 21, 2025, in recognition of the fourth anniversary of the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy and to honor the six individuals who were senselessly and tragically killed in the attack: Tamara Durand, 52; Wilhelm Hospel, 81; Jane Kulich, 52; Leanna Owen, 71; Virginia Sorenson, 79; and Jackson Sparks, 8. \"Four years ago, six of our friends, neighbors, and loved ones were senselessly killed in the Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy, forever changing the lives of folks and families in the community and across our state, and each year since, we've come together to honor them, their loved ones who carry on their memory, and all those who were affected by this horrific and tragic act of violence,\" said Gov. Executive Order #279 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Fri., Nov. 21, 2025.\n\nSource: https:\/\/dma.wi.gov\/resources\/flags\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wi-tamara-durand-wilhelm-hospel-jane-kulich-leanna-owen-virginia-sorenson-jackson-sparks\/","date_start":"2025-11-21","date_end":"2025-11-21","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 21st through (to be determined). Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state..."},{"id":3541,"title":"Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\r\nFuneral Arrangements Update\r\n\r\nThe funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\r\n\r\nAccording to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\r\n\r\nFollowing the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\r\n\r\n ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/dick-cheney-honored\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/500px-Richard_Cheney_2005_official_portrait_3x4_cropped-225x300.webp","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3580,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol and at all state offices and agencies, as well as the Hawai\u02bbi National Guard in the state of Hawai\u02bbi, effective immediately. This action is to honor the life and legacy of former Vice President Dick Cheney and Maui County Councilmember Tasha Kama.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-in-honor-of-the-late-vice-president-dick-cheney\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/hi-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). Governor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state..."},{"id":3581,"title":"Honoring Former U.S. Vice President Richard “Dick” Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 4th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nGovernor Kehoe Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Former U.S. Vice President Richard \"Dick\" Cheney. Jefferson City \u2014 Today, in honor of former U.S. Vice President Richard \"Dick\" Cheney and in accordance with 4 U.S. Code \u00a77, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered that U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at all government buildings in the State of Missouri, beginning today and continuing through the day of the former vice president's interment, which has yet to be announced. \"Vice President Cheney devoted his life to serving our nation with honor and distinction,\" Governor Kehoe said. \"Throughout his decades of public service, he exemplified unwavering commitment to the United States' security and prosperity. In recognition of his long and distinguished career, we honor his life of service by lowering the flags across Missouri.\" Cheney's career in public service spanned more than four decades. He served as White House Chief of Staff under President Gerald Ford, represented Wyoming in the U.S. House of Representatives, and later served as Secretary of Defense under President George H.W. Bush. From 2001 to 2009, he was Vice President of the United States under President George W. Bush. On November 3, former Vice President Cheney, 84, passed away due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.mo.gov\/press-releases\/archive\/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-former-us-vice-president","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mo-richard-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"MO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mo-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3588,"title":"Honoring Vice President Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nGovernor Meyer Orders The Lowering of Flags to Honor The Passing Of Vice President Cheney\r\nToday, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff due to the passing of former United States Vice President Dick Cheney. According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags should be lowered to half-staff following the death of a former vice president, from the day of death until interment.\r\n\r\nIn light of the former vice president\u2019s passing, Governor Meyer issued the following statement:\r\n\r\n\u201cVice President Cheney believed in the promise of America as a shining beacon on the hill. Lauren and I are thinking of his wife, daughters, and entire family tonight as they process this immense loss.\u201d\r\n\r\nFor real-time flag status notifications, visit https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/subscribe\/.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/news.delaware.gov\/2025\/11\/04\/governor-meyer-orders-the-lowering-of-flags-to-honor-the-passing-of-vice-president-cheney\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/de-honoring-vice-president-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3589,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 3rd through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nGov. Polis Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Former Vice President. DENVER - On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, following the lowering of flags by the President, Governor Jared Polis ordered flags across Colorado to be lowered to half-staff in honor of the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Flags will remain at half-staff until interment.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/colorado.gov\/governor\/news","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/co-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"CO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/co-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3590,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 5th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\n(Statewide) \u2013 Governor Mike Braun has directed flags across the State of Indiana to be flown at half-staff in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney, who died on Monday night at the age of 84. Flags at state facilities should remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of Cheney's funeral. Governor Braun encourages Hoosiers to help honor Cheney's life and legacy by lowering flags to half-staff at homes and businesses across the state.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/wrbiradio.com\/gov-orders-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-in-honor-of-former-vp-cheney\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-05","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"IN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/in-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3592,"title":"Honoring Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 3rd through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nGovernor Hochul directed that flags be flown at half-staff in honor of former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney who passed away on November 3, 2025. Flags will be flown at half-staff immediately through interment.\r\n\r\n\"I am directing flags across New York State to be lowered in honor of Dick Cheney, our former Vice President and lifelong public servant,\" Governor Hochul said. \"I extend my deepest sympathies to the Cheney family as we remember his life, leadership, and patriotism.\"\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ny.gov\/news\/governor-hochul-directs-flags-half-staff-honor-former-us-vice-president-dick-cheney","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ny-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3593,"title":"Honoring Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 4th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nOn Tuesday, November 4, 2025, after the White House lowered flags in honor of former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, who passed away on November 3, 2025, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fly at half-staff immediately in accordance with U.S. flag code. The flags shall be lowered to half-staff until sunset on the date of interment, which has not yet been announced. All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.pa.gov\/agencies\/dgs\/flag-notices.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/pa-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"PA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pa-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3626,"title":"Honoring the Memory of Former Vice President Richard Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 4th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nHonoring the Memory of Former Vice President Richard Cheney, who served as the 46th Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009. Flags to be lowered in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Title 4, United States Code, Chapter 1, Section 7.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/gov.idaho.gov\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/id-richard-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"ID","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/id-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3627,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 5th through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff through sunset on Sunday, Nov. 9, in honor of the Kentuckians lost because of the catastrophic plane crash near the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Tuesday afternoon. Flags across the commonwealth are already at half-staff in honor and remembrance of former Gov. Martha Layne Collins and former Vice President Dick Cheney. Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout Kentucky to join in this tribute to plane crash victims as well.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ky.gov\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ky-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"KY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ky-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 5th through (to be determined). Gov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to..."},{"id":3629,"title":"Honoring Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 5th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nGovernor Josh Stein has ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff beginning immediately today through interment for former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, who died on Monday.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.doa.nc.gov\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/11\/05\/lowering-us-and-nc-flags-half-staff-honor-former-us-vice-president-dick-cheney","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nc-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-05","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"NC","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nc-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3637,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Richard “Dick” Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 3rd through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nIn accordance with the United States Flag Code, 4 U.S.C. \u00a77 (m), flags should be flown at half-staff on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex in Montgomery and throughout the state of Alabama to honor the service of former Vice President Richard \"Dick\" Cheney, who passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 84. The flags on the grounds of the State Capitol Complex and throughout the state of Alabama may be flown at half-staff from the date of Vice President Cheney's death, November 3, 2025, until the date of his interment, which has yet to be announced.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.alabama.gov\/newsroom\/2025\/11\/flags-lowered-for-former-vice-president-richard-dick-cheney\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/al-richard-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"AL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/al-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3638,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\n\n Funeral Arrangements Update\n The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\n Following the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\n According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\n\nNov 4th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nFlags lowered to honor former Vice President Dick Cheney following his death on November 3, 2025. Flags should be hoisted to peak first, then lowered to half-staff, with reverse process before lowering for the day.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/11\/04\/whitmer-lowers-flags-to-honor-former-vice-president-dick-cheney","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3877,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"\r\nFuneral Arrangements Update\r\nThe funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., bringing together national leaders, dignitaries, and invited guests to honor his decades of public service.\r\n\r\nFollowing the cathedral service, Cheney will be laid to rest during a private interment attended by family and close friends.\r\n\r\nAccording to the U.S. Flag Code, flags are to be lowered to half-staff from the day of his death until the day of his interment. On the day of his interment, flags will be returned to full-staff at sunset, marking the formal conclusion of the half-staff period under the statute.\r\n\r\n\r\nNov 4th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nSee source for full text\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.nd.gov","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nd-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"ND","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nd-300x211.jpg","excerpt":"Funeral Arrangements Update The funeral for Dick Cheney will be held on November 20, 2025, at the Washington National Cathedral..."},{"id":3885,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 13th through (to be determined).\n\nToday, Governor Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment in honor and remembrance of Dick Cheney who served as Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 alongside President George W. Bush. Dick Cheney also served in Congress and as Secretary of Defense. He was 84 years old. \"Dick Cheney will be remembered as a remarkable statesman\u2014in Congress and the Executive Branch, in times of peace and war, at home and abroad,\" Gov. Reynolds said. \"Above all, he will be remembered as a patriot, who dedicated his life to the service of his country. Kevin and I offer our sincere condolences and prayers to his family. May he rest in peace.\" Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.iowa.gov\/press-release\/2025-11-07\/governor-reynolds-orders-flags-half-staff-honor-former-vice-president-dick-cheney","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-dick-cheney-larry-mckibben\/","date_start":"2025-11-13","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 13th through (to be determined). Today, Governor Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff..."},{"id":3944,"title":"Honoring Dick Cheney and Larry McKibben","content":"Nov 7th through (to be determined).\n\nToday, Governor Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset on the day of interment in honor and remembrance of Dick Cheney who served as Vice President of the United States from 2001 to 2009 alongside President George W. Bush. Dick Cheney also served in Congress and as Secretary of Defense. He was 84 years old. \"Dick Cheney will be remembered as a remarkable statesman\u2014in Congress and the Executive Branch, in times of peace and war, at home and abroad,\" Gov. Reynolds said. \"Above all, he will be remembered as a patriot, who dedicated his life to the service of his country. Kevin and I offer our sincere condolences and prayers to his family. May he rest in peace.\" Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.iowa.gov\/press-release\/2025-11-07\/governor-reynolds-orders-flags-half-staff-honor-former-vice-president-dick-cheney","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-dick-cheney-larry-mckibben-2\/","date_start":"2025-11-07","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 7th through (to be determined). Today, Governor Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff..."},{"id":3945,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 3rd through (to be determined).\n\nFlags on all public buildings and grounds in New Hampshire are flying at half-staff. Governor Kelly Ayotte ordered the flags lowered in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney who died Monday at the age of 84. He was VP from 2001-to-2009 during the George W. Bush administration. The flags in the Granite State will remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of Cheney's burial.\n\nSource: https:\/\/thepulseofnh.com\/flags-lowered-to-half-staff-in-nh\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nh-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"NH","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nh-300x206.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 3rd through (to be determined). Flags on all public buildings and grounds in New Hampshire are flying at half-staff...."},{"id":3946,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\n\nThe American flag and the Wisconsin state will flag fly half-staff at all buildings, grounds and military installations belonging to the state ...\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.jsonline.com\/story\/news\/local\/wisconsin\/2025\/11\/06\/why-are-flags-flying-at-half-staff-in-wisconsin-today\/87129605007\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wi-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). The American flag and the Wisconsin state will flag fly half-staff at all buildings,..."},{"id":4008,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Richard B. Cheney","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\n\nIn recognition of the passing of former Vice President Richard B. \"Dick\" Cheney (1941\u20132025), the flags of the United States and the District of Columbia shall be lowered to half-staff and remain so until sunset on the day of interment, in accordance with Federal and District protocol.\n\nSource: https:\/\/os.dc.gov\/service\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/dc-richard-b-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"DC","thumbnail":false,"excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). In recognition of the passing of former Vice President Richard B. \"Dick\" Cheney (1941\u20132025),..."},{"id":4036,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 7th through Sunset on November 20th, 2025.\r\n\r\nGovernor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota on Friday, November 7, 2025, in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney and will remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of his interment. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are also encouraged to join in lowering their flags.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/mn.gov\/governor\/newsroom\/press-releases\/?id=1055-712106","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-officer-pete-zajac-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-07","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 7th through Sunset on November 20th, 2025. Governor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to..."},{"id":4038,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\n\nIn a proclamation dated November 4, 2025, Governor Gianforte ordered all flags in the state to be flown at half-staff from the day of Cheney's passing until his internment.\n\nSource: https:\/\/greatfallsmt.net\/cityclerk\/half-staff-notifications","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mt-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"MT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mt-300x211.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). In a proclamation dated November 4, 2025, Governor Gianforte ordered all flags in the..."},{"id":4070,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Richard B. “Dick” Cheney","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Flags will stay at half-staff until sunset on November 21, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/az.gov\/half-staff-notices","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/az-richard-b-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in..."},{"id":4071,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 3rd through (to be determined).\r\n\r\nSee source for full text\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/governor\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ct-richard-b-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 3rd through (to be determined). See source for full text Source: https:\/\/portal.ct.gov\/governor\/flag-status"},{"id":4140,"title":"Honoring Former Vice President Dick Cheney and Councilmember Tasha Kama","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol and at all state offices and agencies, as well as the Hawai\u02bbi National Guard in the state of Hawai\u02bbi, effective immediately. This action is to honor the life and legacy of former Vice President Dick Cheney and Maui County Councilmember Tasha Kama.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-in-honor-of-the-late-vice-president-dick-cheney\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/hi-dick-cheney-tasha-kama\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). Governor Josh Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state..."},{"id":4172,"title":"Honoring Dick Cheney, former Vice President of the United States","content":"Nov 4th through (to be determined).\n\nIn accordance with United States Code, Title 4, the United States Flag shall fly at half-staff effective immediately. This is in honor of former Vice President of the United States, Dick Cheney, who passed away yesterday, Monday, November 3, 2025. The United States Flag will remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment. As a matter of protocol, the Maryland flag is lowered to half-staff as well. No flag may fly higher than the United States flag.\n\nSource: https:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/pages\/services\/pastflagstatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-dick-cheney\/","date_start":"2025-11-04","date_end":"2025-11-20","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 4th through (to be determined). In accordance with United States Code, Title 4, the United States Flag shall fly..."},{"id":4037,"title":"Honoring Former Governor William Winter","content":"Nov 16th through (to be determined).\n\nWHEREAS, the State of Mississippi mourns the passing of former Governor William Winter, who dedicated his life to public service and improving education in our state; and WHEREAS, Governor Winter served the people of Mississippi with honor and distinction from 1980 to 1984; and WHEREAS, Governor Winter was a champion of civil rights and worked tirelessly to promote racial reconciliation and equal opportunity for all Mississippians; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Tate Reeves, Governor of the State of Mississippi, do hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the State of Mississippi be flown at half-staff from sunrise on November 16, 2025 until sunset on November 18, 2025, in honor of the life and legacy of former Governor William Winter.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governorreeves.ms.gov\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ms-william-winter\/","date_start":"2025-11-16","date_end":"2025-11-18","type":"Local","state":"MS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ms-300x187.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 16th through (to be determined). WHEREAS, the State of Mississippi mourns the passing of former Governor William Winter, who..."},{"id":4007,"title":"Honoring Firefighter Patrick Brady and Former Vice President Dick Cheney","content":"Nov 15th through (to be determined).\n\nFlags on State government buildings are currently at half-staff. Current Directives: Flags on all State government buildings be lowered on Saturday, November 15 from sunrise to sunset in honor of Patrick Brady, a New York City Fire Department firefighter who died in the line-of-duty on November 8, 2025. Flags will be lowered concurrently in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Flags on all state government buildings will be lowered to half-staff immediately in honor of former Vice President Dick Cheney, who passed away on November 3, 2025. Flags will remain at half-staff until interment.\n\nSource: https:\/\/ogs.ny.gov\/flags-new-york-state-buildings","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ny-patrick-brady\/","date_start":"2025-11-15","date_end":"2025-11-15","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 15th through (to be determined). Flags on State government buildings are currently at half-staff. Current Directives: Flags on all..."},{"id":3914,"title":"Honoring Navy Captain Thomas Edwin Scheurich","content":"Nov 14th through (to be determined).\n\nIn accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of United States Navy Captain Thomas Edwin Scheurich, who was declared missing in action on March 1, 1968, during the Vietnam War while serving his country with courage and devotion. After more than five decades, Captain Scheurich's remains have been identified and will be laid to rest with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on November 14, 2025. Virginia joins the nation in honoring Captain Scheurich with profound respect and gratitude for his selfless service and in recognizing the enduring strength and courage of his family.\n\nSource: https:\/\/flagsexpress.com\/blog\/flags-half-staff\/virginia\/november-14-2025\/Thomas-Scheurich\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-united-states-navy-captain-thomas-edwin-scheurich\/","date_start":"2025-11-14","date_end":"2025-11-14","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 14th through (to be determined). In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that..."},{"id":3883,"title":"Honoring Former Legislator Brenda Itta-Lee","content":"Nov 13th through (to be determined).\n\nGovernor Dunleavy has ordered that Alaska and United States flags fly at half-staff between sunrise and sunset on November 13, 2025, in honor of former legislator Brenda Itta-Lee.\n\nSource: https:\/\/gov.alaska.gov\/category\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ak-brenda-itta-lee\/","date_start":"2025-11-13","date_end":"2025-11-13","type":"Local","state":"AK","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ak-300x215.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 13th through (to be determined). Governor Dunleavy has ordered that Alaska and United States flags fly at half-staff between..."},{"id":3591,"title":"Honoring Former Governor Martha Layne Collins","content":"Nov 5th through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff through sunset on Sunday, Nov. 9, in honor of the Kentuckians lost because of the catastrophic plane crash near the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Tuesday afternoon. Flags across the commonwealth are already at half-staff in honor and remembrance of former Gov. Martha Layne Collins and former Vice President Dick Cheney. Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout Kentucky to join in this tribute to plane crash victims as well.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ky.gov\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ky-martha-layne-collins\/","date_start":"2025-11-01","date_end":"2025-11-10","type":"Local","state":"KY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ky-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 5th through (to be determined). Gov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to..."},{"id":3667,"title":"Honoring Private Alfred Langevin","content":"https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/info-details\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ma-honoring-private-alfred-langevin\/","date_start":"2025-11-10","date_end":"2025-11-10","type":"Local","state":"MA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ma-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/info-details\/flag-status"},{"id":3628,"title":"Honoring Victims of UPS Plane Crash","content":"Nov 5th through (to be determined).\n\nGov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff through sunset on Sunday, Nov. 9, in honor of the Kentuckians lost because of the catastrophic plane crash near the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Tuesday afternoon. Flags across the commonwealth are already at half-staff in honor and remembrance of former Gov. Martha Layne Collins and former Vice President Dick Cheney. Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout Kentucky to join in this tribute to plane crash victims as well.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ky.gov\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ky-20251105\/","date_start":"2025-11-05","date_end":"2025-11-09","type":"Local","state":"KY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ky-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 5th through (to be determined). Gov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to..."},{"id":3484,"title":"Honoring Kathy Karpan, Former Secretary of State","content":"Nov 3rd through sunset\r\n\r\nGovernor Mark Gordon has ordered both the U.S and Wyoming flags to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise on Monday, November 3rd, the day of interment, and remain at half-staff until sundown to mourn the loss of former Secretary of State Kathy Karpan. Karpan was born in Rock Springs and later moved with her family to Rawlins. She lived much of her adult life in Cheyenne, serving as Wyoming Secretary of State from 1987 to 1995. She received bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Wyoming and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Oregon Law School. Karpan delighted in showing guests to her home the photograph of her shaking hands with President John F. Kennedy when JFK visited Laramie on September 25, 1963. President Bill Clinton appointed Karpan to serve as the first female director of the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement. Karpan passed away at the age of 83.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/bigfoot99.com\/bigfoot99-news\/governor-orders-flags-to-half-staff-on-monday\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wy-kathy-karpan\/","date_start":"2025-11-03","date_end":"2025-11-03","type":"Local","state":"WY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wy-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Nov 3rd through sunset Governor Mark Gordon has ordered both the U.S and Wyoming flags to be lowered to half-staff..."},{"id":3376,"title":"Honoring Richard Stallings","content":"Flag Status Notice: Honoring Former Congressman Richard Stallings\r\nFROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR:\r\n\r\nBoise, Idaho \u2013 Governor Brad\r\nLittle ordered the lowering of U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags immediately until sunrise on Thursday, October 30 to honor the life of former Congressman Richard Stallings.\r\n\r\nStallings, a Democrat, served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1985 to 1993 and later served on the Pocatello City Council.\r\n\r\n\u201cRichard Stallings exemplified a lifelong dedication to the people of Idaho, and his enduring legacy of public service will long be remembered,\u201d Governor Little said.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/gov.idaho.gov\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-richard-stallings\/","date_start":"2025-10-28","date_end":"2025-10-30","type":"Local","state":"ID","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/id-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Flag Status Notice: Honoring Former Congressman Richard Stallings FROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR: Boise, Idaho \u2013 Governor Brad Little..."},{"id":3340,"title":"Honoring Senator Claire Celsi","content":"Gov. Reynolds orders flags lowered to half-staff on October 25 in honor, remembrance of Iowa Senator Claire CelsiToday, Gov. Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff and remain at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, October 25, 2025, honoring Iowa Senator Claire Celsi on the day a ceremony will be held to celebrate her life. \u201cClaire was an impassioned voice for Central Iowa constituents and advocated on their behalf for several years in the State House. Even while privately battling illness, Claire made it a point to return to her post during this year\u2019s legislative session and stand for her beliefs. Our family is praying for Claire\u2019s loved ones at this time,\u201d Governor Reynolds said. Celsi was elected to three terms in the Iowa Senate, representing Central Iowans in the greater Des Moines metro area. She was a ranking member of the Government Oversight Committee and also served on the Health and Human Services, Natural Resources and Environment, State Government, and Transportation standing committees, and the Administration and Regulation Appropriations subcommittee. A Des Moines area native, she graduated from Dowling Catholic High School and earned a bachelor\u2019s degree in sociology from Drake University. In September 2025, Celsi\u2019s family announced she had entered hospice care. She passed away on Monday, October 6, 2025. Flags will be flown at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state. Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.Source: https:\/\/governor.iowa.gov\/press-release\/2025-10-14\/gov-reynolds-orders-flags-lowered-half-staff-october-25-honor-remembrance-iowa-senator-claire-celsi","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-honoring-senator-claire-celsi\/","date_start":"2025-10-25","date_end":"2025-10-25","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Gov. Reynolds orders flags lowered to half-staff on October 25 in honor, remembrance of Iowa Senator Claire CelsiToday, Gov. Reynolds..."},{"id":3350,"title":"Honoring Lewiston Tragedy Victims","content":"Governor Mills Directs Flags Lowered on Saturday to Mark Two Years Since Lewiston TragedyOctober 24, 2025Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, October 25, 2025 in remembrance of the victims and to honor the survivors of the tragedy in Lewiston. Tomorrow marks two years since the shootings at Just-In-Time Recreation and Schemengees Bar and Grille in Lewiston that took the lives of eighteen people and injured many others.The Governor issued the following statement:\"As we mourn and pay tribute to those we lost two years ago, I hope all Maine people will support the victims' loved ones and all those who were injured by showing the love that we have in our hearts for each other,\" said Governor Mills. \"Although nothing can lessen their loss, we grieve with the families of the victims and the survivors of the Lewiston tragedy so that no one feels alone. We open our hearts to those who were injured and to those who are still struggling with the aftermath of that night. And we offer unending gratitude to the people whose heroic actions saved lives and set us on the long and winding road to healing.\"Source: https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/governor\/mills\/news\/governor-mills-directs-flags-lowered-saturday-mark-two-years-lewiston-tragedy-2025-10-24","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/me-honoring-lewiston-tragedy-victims\/","date_start":"2025-10-25","date_end":"2025-10-25","type":"Local","state":"ME","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/me-300x217.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Mills Directs Flags Lowered on Saturday to Mark Two Years Since Lewiston TragedyOctober 24, 2025Governor Janet Mills has ordered..."},{"id":3348,"title":"Honoring Delegate Charles J. Otto","content":"Updated: 10\/22\/2025\r\nThe Maryland flag shall be raised to full-staff at sunset on Friday, October 24, 2025, the day of interment for\u00a0Delegate Charles J. Otto, who passed away on October 17, 2025.\r\nThis is to advise that\u00a0Governor Wes Moore\u00a0ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff effective immediately. This action is in honor of\u00a0Delegate Charles J. Otto, who passed away today, Friday, October 17, 2025. The Maryland flag will remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment (not yet known).\u00a0Delegate Otto\u00a0represented Legislative District 38A.\r\n\r\nSee source for full text\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/pages\/services\/pastflagstatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-delegate-charles-j-otto\/","date_start":"2025-10-17","date_end":"2025-10-24","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Updated: 10\/22\/2025 The Maryland flag shall be raised to full-staff at sunset on Friday, October 24, 2025, the day of..."},{"id":3339,"title":"Honoring Trooper Nicholas Cayton","content":"Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton\r\n(COLUMBUS, Ohio) \u2014In honor of the life and service of Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Mahoning County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower today, and will remain until sunset on the day of his funeral. All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may fly the flags of the United States and the State of Ohio at half-staff at their discretion for the same time period.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ohio.gov\/media\/news-and-media\/governor-dewine-orders-flags-lowered-in-honor-of-ohio-state-highway-patrol-trooper-nicholas-p-cayton","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/oh-honoring-trooper-nicholas-cayton\/","date_start":"2025-10-16","date_end":"2025-10-22","type":"Local","state":"OH","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/oh.jpg","excerpt":"Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton (COLUMBUS, Ohio) \u2014In honor..."},{"id":3346,"title":"Honoring Mike Greenwell","content":"Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of County Commissioner Mike GreenwellOctober 20 2025TO:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and Development\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Kevin Ruane, Chair of County Commission, Lee CountyFROM:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Governor Ron DeSantisDATE:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Tuesday, October 21, 2025RE:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of County Commissioner Mike Greenwell\u00a0On Thursday, October 9, 2025, Lee County Commissioner Mike Greenwell passed away at the age of 62. Commissioner Greenwell was a devoted public servant who was passionate about the well-being of his community. He was a lifelong resident of Lee County and local business owner, known for \u201cMike Greenwell\u2019s Bat-A-Ball Family Park.\u201d He was appointed by Governor DeSantis to the Board of County Commissioners in 2022 and subsequently reelected in 2024. Prior to his public service, Commissioner Greenwell was a professional baseball player for 12 years with the Boston Red Sox and was inducted into the Red Sox Hall of Fame in 2008. Our prayers are with his family, friends and community.\u00a0To honor the memory of Commissioner Mike Greenwell and his service to our state, I hereby direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida to be flown at half-staff at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout Lee County from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.\u00a0Source: https:\/\/www.flgov.com\/eog\/news\/press\/2025\/flags-half-staff-honor-county-commissioner-mike-greenwell","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/fl-honoring-mike-greenwell\/","date_start":"2025-10-21","date_end":"2025-10-21","type":"Local","state":"FL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/fl-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of County Commissioner Mike GreenwellOctober 20 2025TO:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and..."},{"id":3347,"title":"Honoring Don Perdue","content":"Governor Patrick Morrisey Orders Flags Lowered in Remembrance of Don PerdueOctober 20, 2025CHARLESTON, W.Va. \u2013 Governor Patrick Morrisey has ordered flags lowered to half staff at the Capitol Complex in Charleston and all state buildings in Wayne County to remember the life and service of Don Perdue. The flag order begins at Noon on October 20, 2025, and remains until sunset on the day of internment.\u201cIt is with sadness that I learned of the passing of former Delegate Don Perdue,\u201d said Governor Morrisey. \u201cFor nearly two decades, he served the people of Wayne County and all of West Virginia in the House of Delegates. His leadership as chairman of the House Health Committee left a lasting impact on our state. Denise and my prayers go out to his friends and family.\u201dDon C. Perdue, who represented Wayne County in the West Virginia House of Delegates from 1999 to 2016, formerly chaired the House Health Committee. During his tenure, he served the Seventeenth, Eighteenth, and Nineteenth Districts. He was a pharmacist and the executive director of the Wayne County Economic Development Authority. Perdue was born in Kenova, West Virginia, earning bachelors of science degrees in chemistry from Marshall University and in pharmacy from Ohio Northern University.Source: https:\/\/governor.wv.gov\/article\/governor-patrick-morrisey-orders-flags-lowered-remembrance-don-perdue","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wv-honoring-don-perdue\/","date_start":"2025-10-20","date_end":"2025-10-20","type":"Local","state":"WV","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wv-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Patrick Morrisey Orders Flags Lowered in Remembrance of Don PerdueOctober 20, 2025CHARLESTON, W.Va. \u2013 Governor Patrick Morrisey has ordered..."},{"id":3336,"title":"Honoring Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr.","content":"Governor's Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Former Delegate Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr.\r\nIn accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth in memory and respect of the Honorable Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr., who faithfully represented the 18th District in the Virginia House of Delegates from 1972 to 1978. A distinguished attorney and proud graduate of Virginia Military Institute, his life\u2019s work reflected the highest ideals of service and commitment to the Commonwealth of Virginia.\r\n\r\nI hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and remain at half-staff until sunset.\r\n\r\nOrdered on this, the 17th day of October, 2025.\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\n\r\nGlenn Youngkin\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.governor.virginia.gov\/constituent-services\/flag-information\/flag-orders\/title-of-flag-order-1064384-en.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-honoring-wyatt-b-durrette-jr\/","date_start":"2025-10-18","date_end":"2025-10-18","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Governor's Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Former Delegate Wyatt B. Durrette, Jr. In accordance with the authority vested..."},{"id":3330,"title":"Honoring Alvin C. Collins","content":"Maryland Flags Lowered for Former Secretary Alvin C. Collins\r\nThis is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, Friday, October 17, 2025. This is for former Secretary of the Department of General Services and Department of Human Resources Alvin C. Collins, who passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Alvin C. Collins was Maryland\u2019s Secretary of the Department of General Services from 2007-2014 and Secretary of the Department of Human Resources from 1995-1998.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/sos.maryland.gov\/pages\/services\/pastflagstatus.aspx","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/md-honoring-alvin-c-collins\/","date_start":"2025-10-17","date_end":"2025-10-17","type":"Local","state":"MD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/md-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Maryland Flags Lowered for Former Secretary Alvin C. Collins This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland..."},{"id":3338,"title":"Victims of Hickman County Explosion","content":"Flags Lowered in Memory of Hickman County Explosion VictimsBy order of the Governor, flags over the State Capitol and all State buildings will be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on October 17, 2025, in memory of the victims of the tragic explosion that occurred in Hickman County on October 10, and in honor of the families and other community members affected by this devastating event.Source: https:\/\/www.tn.gov\/about-tn\/flag-status.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/tn-victims-of-hickman-county-explosion\/","date_start":"2025-10-17","date_end":"2025-10-17","type":"Local","state":"TN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tn-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Flags Lowered in Memory of Hickman County Explosion VictimsBy order of the Governor, flags over the State Capitol and all..."},{"id":3323,"title":"Honoring Security Guard Colleen Bass","content":"Lowering of Flags in Memory of Security Guard Colleen Bass\r\nOctober 10, 2025\r\n\r\nTO: All State Agencies\r\n\r\nFROM: Bob Ferguson\r\nGovernor\r\n\r\nSUBJECT: Lowering of the Washington State and United States Flags\r\n\r\nI am deeply saddened by the death of Eastern State Hospital Security Guard Colleen Bass, 57, who was tragically killed in the line of duty on Saturday, September 27, 2025. I hereby direct that Washington state and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff in her memory on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. A private memorial service will be held on that date.\r\n\r\nFlags should remain at half-staff until the close of business or sunset on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.\r\n\r\nPlease notify all of your field offices and facilities around the state.\r\n\r\nOther government entities, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.wa.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/directive\/Flag%20Lowering%20-%20October%2015%2C%202025%20%28Colleen%20Bass%29.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wa-honoring-security-guard-colleen-bass\/","date_start":"2025-10-15","date_end":"2025-10-15","type":"Local","state":"WA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wa-300x209.jpg","excerpt":"Lowering of Flags in Memory of Security Guard Colleen Bass October 10, 2025 TO: All State Agencies FROM: Bob Ferguson..."},{"id":3316,"title":"Honoring EMT Glenn Collins","content":"\r\n\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor of Firefighter EMT Glenn Collins, who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle crash on his way to work on Oct. 3. Collins, 46, was a seven-year veteran of the department and is the third line of duty loss for the fire and medical district in the past several weeks. Flags should be lowered on Sunday, Oct. 12, in honor of his interment.\r\n\r\nGovernor Hobbs issued the following statement:\r\n\r\n\u201cMy deepest condolences go out to the Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District for another unimaginable loss in their community. We honor and remember Glenn Collins, and we will always appreciate his brave service to others. We mourn along with his family, his friends and our first-responders community.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in these tributes.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-emt-glenn-collins\/","date_start":"2025-10-12","date_end":"2025-10-12","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor of Firefighter EMT Glenn Collins,..."},{"id":3310,"title":"Honoring Andrew Cully","content":"Flags Lowered for Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully\r\nOCTOBER 8, 2025\r\n\r\nJefferson City \u2014 Today, in honor of United States Army Chief Warrant Officer Three Andrew \"Drew\" Gunnison Cully, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the State of Missouri for one full day on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from sunrise to sunset.\r\n\r\n\u201cMissourians join Americans from across our nation in mourning four United States Army soldiers who lost their lives in a tragic training accident, including Ozark, Missouri, native Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully,\u201d said Governor Kehoe. \u201cWe will lower the flags across our state on Saturday as a solemn reminder that Andrew's service and sacrifice to our nation will never be forgotten. Claudia and I join the family, friends, loved ones, and military brothers and sisters of Chief Warrant Officer Cully in remembering a dedicated and humble American hero.\u201d\r\n\r\nOn September 17, Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully tragically died in the line of duty alongside three other courageous Night Stalkers from the 4th Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), while conducting an aviation training exercise near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.\r\n\r\nFlags will be flown at half-staff on the day Chief Warrant Officer Cully is laid to rest. To view the Governor\u2019s proclamation, https:\/\/governor.mo.gov\/proclamations\/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-chief-warrant-officer-andrew-cully\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.mo.gov\/press-releases\/archive\/governor-kehoe-orders-flags-fly-half-staff-honor-chief-warrant-officer","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mo-honoring-andrew-cully\/","date_start":"2025-10-11","date_end":"2025-10-11","type":"Local","state":"MO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mo-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Flags Lowered for Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Cully OCTOBER 8, 2025 Jefferson City \u2014 Today, in honor of United States..."},{"id":2834,"title":"Firefighters Memorial Day","content":"Flags at Half-Staff for Wisconsin Firefighters\r\nAs previously announced, on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, and Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin will be flown at half-staff coinciding with the Final Alarm Ceremony and Silent Procession at the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids, which is hosted by the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial.\r\n\r\nIn May, Gov. Evers signed Executive Order #258 ordering the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sun., May 4, 2025, in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service during National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Executive Order #258 also ordered the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, in recognition of the Final Alarm Ceremony, and again on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, in observance of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5 through Oct. 11, 2025, as established by state statute.\r\n\r\n\u201cWe owe firefighters and all of our state\u2019s dedicated first responders an incredible debt of gratitude, as every day they go to work they put their own health, lives, and safety at risk to serve others in their darkest hours,\u201d said Gov. Evers. \u201cThroughout the year, we lower the flags in honor of those who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty, not only as a sign of respect and appreciation for their commendable commitment to service, but as a measure of thanks to the families, loved ones, and colleagues they left behind and that their hero\u2019s sacrifice will never be forgotten.\u201d\r\n\r\nPreviously, the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend had been held in October, but beginning in 2023, the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation moved the observance from October to May. However, in Wisconsin, Wis. Stat. 995.225(1) still designates each week annually during which October 9 falls as Fire Prevention Week and designates the Saturday at the end of Fire Prevention Week as Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day.\r\n\r\nExecutive Order #258 subsequently orders the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, in recognition of the Final Alarm Ceremony, and on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, in honor of Fire Prevention Week, which features observances, ceremonies, exercises, and activities related to fire safety education, and culminates with the observance of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day in recognition of the firefighters of this state who made the ultimate sacrifice in the performance of their duties over the course of the year. A copy of the governor\u2019s forthcoming 2025 Fire Prevention Week proclamation is available here. A copy of the governor\u2019s forthcoming Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day proclamation is available here.\r\n\r\nExecutive Order #258 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, and Sat., Oct. 11, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.wispolitics.com\/2025\/gov-evers-orders-flags-to-be-flown-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-wisconsin-firefighters-who-have-given-their-lives-in-the-line-of-duty\/#:~:text=MADISON%20%E2%80%94%20As%20previously%20announced%2C%20on,which%20is%20hosted%20by%20the","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/firefighters-memorial-day\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-10-11","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Flags at Half-Staff for Wisconsin Firefighters As previously announced, on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, and Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, the..."},{"id":3320,"title":"Honoring Officer Henry J.R. Franklin","content":"Jefferson City\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Today, in honor of Sikeston Department of Public Safety Officer Henry J.R. Franklin, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered the U.S. and Missouri flags to be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Scott, New Madrid, and Mississippi counties, all police stations, sheriffs\u2019 offices, and Missouri State Highway Patrol general and troop headquarters across Missouri on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from sunrise to sunset.\r\n\r\n\u201cOfficer Franklin devoted his life to courageously serving and protecting others, including nearly 20 years in the military, with two tours in Iraq, and over 12 years of service to the City of Sikeston as a member of Sikeston DPS,\u201d\u00a0Governor Kehoe\u00a0said. \u201cOfficer Franklin died as he and other officers attempted to bring a murder suspect to justice. He will be remembered for bravely confronting violence and making the ultimate sacrifice so his fellow Missourians could live safer and more secure lives. Claudia and I are keeping his family, members of the Sikeston DPS, and all who loved him in our prayers.\u201d\r\n\r\nOn October 6, Officer Franklin deployed as a member of the Sikeston Department of Public Safety Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team to assist the Mississippi County Sheriff\u2019s Office in the apprehension of a suspect in a homicide investigation. Officer Franklin was shot and killed by the suspect, who was concealed inside a residence, during the service of an arrest warrant.\r\n\r\nOfficer Franklin bravely served in the United States Army from March 2002 to February 2013 and the Missouri Army National Guard from November 2013 to August 2022, serving in both Operation Iraqi Freedom and the Global War on Terrorism, and rising to the rank of sergeant. He earned his Missouri Peace Officer License after graduating from the Southeast Missouri State Law Enforcement Training Academy on May 31, 2013, and was commissioned as an officer by the Sikeston Department of Public Safety on June 2, 2013. He served with distinction, including as a K9 Handler and as a member of the department\u2019s SWAT team.\r\nFlags will be flown at half-staff on the day of Officer Franklin\u2019s memorial service. To view the Governor\u2019s proclamation,\u00a0click here.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-officer-henry-j-r-franklin\/","date_start":"2025-10-11","date_end":"2025-10-11","type":"Local","state":"MO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mo-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Jefferson City\u00a0\u2014\u00a0Today, in honor of Sikeston Department of Public Safety Officer Henry J.R. Franklin, Governor Mike Kehoe ordered the U.S...."},{"id":3055,"title":"Honoring President Russell M. Nelson","content":"Oct 7th through sunset \n\nFlags should be lowered to the half-staff position at sunrise on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, the date of President Nelson's funeral, and remain at half-staff until sunset. The governor invites all private citizens, businesses, and other organizations to participate in this recognition. \u2014 Office of Governor Spencer J. Cox\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.utah.gov\/news\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ut-russell-m-nelson\/","date_start":"2025-10-07","date_end":"2025-10-08","type":"Local","state":"UT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ut-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Oct 7th through sunset Flags should be lowered to the half-staff position at sunrise on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, the..."},{"id":3296,"title":"Honoring Hamas Attack Victims","content":"Governor Hochul Directs Flags at Half-Staff and Landmarks to be Lit Yellow in Remembrance Anniversary\r\nGovernor Kathy Hochul today directed flags on State buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, October 7 in remembrance of the victims of the Hamas attack on Israel two years ago. Additionally, the Governor directed landmarks to be illuminated in yellow in solidarity with Israel and the 48 remaining hostages who have not been returned home.\r\n\r\n\u201cTwo years after the horrific attack on the people of Israel, we stand with Jewish people in New York and around the world today and every day, and remember the victims of that tragic day and those still held hostage today,\u201d\u00a0Governor Hochul said.\u00a0\u201cAs the home of the largest Jewish population outside of Israel, we mourn this tragedy and continue to pray for the safe return of the remaining hostages, an end to the war, and a lasting peace.\u201d\r\n\r\nLandmarks to be illuminated include:\r\n\r\n \t1WTC\r\n \tGovernor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge\r\n \tKosciuszko Bridge\r\n \tThe H. Carl McCall SUNY Building\r\n \tState Education Building\r\n \tAlfred E. Smith State Office Building\r\n \tEmpire State Plaza\r\n \tState Fairgrounds \u2013 Main Gate & Expo Center\r\n \tNiagara Falls\r\n \tThe \u201cFranklin D. Roosevelt\u201d Mid-Hudson Bridge\r\n \tGrand Central Terminal - Pershing Square Viaduct\r\n \tAlbany International Airport Gateway\r\n \tMTA LIRR - East End Gateway at Penn Station\r\n \tFairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal\r\n \tMoynihan Train Hall\r\n\r\nEarlier this week, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar was marred by a horrific act of antisemitic violence in Manchester, England. Out of an abundance of caution, Governor Hochul directed New York State Police to increase patrols at religious sites and initiate outreach to Jewish communities statewide. Heightened uniformed patrols remain in place this week, and the state Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit (CTIU) and special operations teams will be fully engaged.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.governor.ny.gov\/news\/governor-hochul-directs-flags-half-staff-and-landmarks-be-lit-yellow-remembrance-anniversary","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ny-honoring-hamas-attack-victims\/","date_start":"2025-10-07","date_end":"2025-10-07","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Hochul Directs Flags at Half-Staff and Landmarks to be Lit Yellow in Remembrance Anniversary Governor Kathy Hochul today directed..."},{"id":3303,"title":"Honoring 2nd Lt. Blaine Wilcox","content":"Gov. Reynolds Orders Flags Half-Staff to Honor WWII Soldier Blaine Wilcox\r\nGov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from sunrise to sunset to honor a fallen soldier from Pacific Junction, Iowa, who was killed during World War II.\r\n\r\nU. S. Army Air Forces 2nd Lt. Blaine Wilcox was killed in action during a bombing mission over Germany in 1944. He will be buried in Glenwood, Iowa, 81 years to the day of his death. Wilcox was 26 years old.\r\n\r\nTuesday, October 7\r\nGraveside services and interment\r\n2:00 p.m.\r\nGlenwood Cemetery\r\nGlenwood, IA\r\n\r\nWilcox will be buried with full military honors.\r\n\r\nFlags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be half-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state.\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties, and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.iowa.gov\/press-release\/2025-10-06\/gov-reynolds-orders-flags-half-staff-honor-wwii-soldier-being-buried-iowa","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-honoring-2nd-lt-blaine-wilcox\/","date_start":"2025-10-07","date_end":"2025-10-07","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Gov. Reynolds Orders Flags Half-Staff to Honor WWII Soldier Blaine Wilcox Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to..."},{"id":3207,"title":"Honoring the Victims of the Mass Shooting","content":"Oct 1st through sunset Oct 5th, 2025\n\nWHEREAS, on October 1, 2025, a tragic mass shooting occurred in Las Vegas, Nevada, resulting in the deaths of 17 individuals and injuring dozens more; and WHEREAS, the State of Nevada mourns the loss of life and stands in solidarity with the victims, their families, and the entire Las Vegas community; NOW, THEREFORE, I, [Governor Name], Governor of the State of Nevada, do hereby order that flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings and grounds from October 1, 2025, until sunset on October 5, 2025, in memory of the victims of the Las Vegas mass shooting.\n\nSource: https:\/\/gov.nv.gov\/proclamation-las-vegas-shooting-2025-10-01\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nv-20251001\/","date_start":"2025-10-01","date_end":"2025-10-06","type":"Local","state":"NV","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nv-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"Oct 1st through sunset Oct 5th, 2025 WHEREAS, on October 1, 2025, a tragic mass shooting occurred in Las Vegas,..."},{"id":3052,"title":"Honor of Isabella Oscarson","content":"Boise, Idaho \u2014 Governor Brad Little has ordered all U.S. and State of Idaho flags to be lowered to half-staff immediately to honor the life of Isabella Oscarson, a dedicated member of the Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) fire crew who died in the line of duty. Oscarson was killed after being struck by a falling tree while battling a wildfire.\r\n\r\n\"Idahoans are grieving the loss of Isabella Oscarson, a promising young woman whose life was cut far too short while serving the people of Idaho as a wildland firefighter. Her loss is felt deeply by the firefighting community and beyond. Please join Teresa and me in praying for Isabella\u2019s loved ones and her Idaho Department of Lands team,\u201d\u00a0Governor Little said in a news release.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe flags are to remain at half-staff at all state buildings, agencies, and public institutions until sunrise on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in accordance with Idaho law.\r\n\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honor-of-isabella-oscarson\/","date_start":"2025-09-30","date_end":"2025-10-05","type":"Local","state":"ID","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/id-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Boise, Idaho \u2014 Governor Brad Little has ordered all U.S. and State of Idaho flags to be lowered to half-staff..."},{"id":2171,"title":"Honoring Walt Helmick","content":"Honoring the life and legacy of former State Senator and Commissioner of Agriculture Walt Helmick\r\nCHARLESTON, W.Va. \u2013\u00a0Governor Patrick Morrisey has ordered flags to be lowered to half staff at the Capitol Complex in Charleston and state facilities throughout the state to commemorate the life and service of Walt Helmick. Flags will be lowered beginning at Noon on September 9, 2025, and remain there until sunset on the day of internment.\r\n\u201cI am saddened by the passing of Walt Helmick, who spent many years of his life serving our state,\u201d\u00a0said Governor Morrisey.\u00a0\u201cWalt was a dedicated public servant whose decades of leadership \u2013 from serving his local community in Pocahontas County to his long tenure in the West Virginia State Senate, and later as our state\u2019s Commissioner of Agriculture \u2013 left a lasting mark on West Virginia. His efforts improved the lives of many, especially those in our rural communities he cherished so deeply. I extend my condolences to his wife, Rita, and the rest of his family, along with his friends, colleagues, and loved ones.\u201d\r\nWalt Helmick was born in Webster Springs and received a bachelor\u2019s degree from the West Virginia University Institute of Technology. He began his career in public service on the Pocahontas County School Board and the Pocahontas County Commission. Helmick went on to serve in the West Virginia Legislature for more than 20 years in both the House of Delegates and the Senate. He was later elected as West Virginia\u2019s Agriculture Commissioner in 2012 and served in that position from 2013 to 2017.\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.wv.gov\/article\/governor-patrick-morrisey-orders-flags-half-staff-honor-life-walt-helmick","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wv-honoring-walt-helmick\/","date_start":"2025-09-09","date_end":"2025-10-04","type":"Local","state":"WV","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wv-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Honoring the life and legacy of former State Senator and Commissioner of Agriculture Walt Helmick CHARLESTON, W.Va. \u2013\u00a0Governor Patrick Morrisey..."},{"id":3065,"title":"Honoring Victims of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Shooting","content":"Sep 28th through sunset Oct 3rd, 2025\n\nThe State of Michigan is remembering the lives lost at the Grand Blanc church shooting by lowering flags across the state to half-staff. Governor Gretchen Whitmer ordered all U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol and public buildings across Michigan to be lowered immediately to half-staff to honor the victims who were killed during the Sunday shooting and fire at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc.\n\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/09\/28\/whitmer-lowers-flags-to-honor-victims-of-shooting-at-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-20250928-2\/","date_start":"2025-09-28","date_end":"2025-10-04","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 28th through sunset Oct 3rd, 2025 The State of Michigan is remembering the lives lost at the Grand Blanc..."},{"id":3305,"title":"Honoring Officer Barrantes’ Sacrifice","content":"Governor Newsom Issues Statement on Death of Chowchilla Police Officer Barrantes\r\nJennifer and I are saddened by the loss of Officer Barrantes. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. Officer Barrantes served his community with dedication and his sacrifice will always be remembered.\r\n\r\nOn October 3, Officer Barrantes was involved in an on-duty traffic collision on State Route 152 at Road 13 in Madera County. Despite lifesaving efforts by first responders, Officer Barrantes succumbed to injuries he sustained in the crash while on scene.\r\n\r\nOfficer Barrantes, 37, had 15 years of dedicated law enforcement service, including one year with the Chowchilla Police Department.\r\n\r\nHe is survived by his mother and three children.\r\n\r\nIn honor of Officer Barrantes, flags at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.gov.ca.gov\/2025\/10\/04\/governor-newsom-issues-statement-on-death-of-chowchilla-police-officer\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ca-honoring-officer-barrantes-sacrifice\/","date_start":"2025-10-04","date_end":"2025-10-04","type":"Local","state":"CA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ca-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Newsom Issues Statement on Death of Chowchilla Police Officer Barrantes Jennifer and I are saddened by the loss of..."},{"id":3006,"title":"Honoring Victims of Church Shooting","content":"Sep 28th through sunset Oct 3rd, 2025\r\n\r\nTo honor the victims who were killed during the Sunday shooting and fire at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township in Genesee County. Governor Gretchen Whitmer ordered all U.S. and Michigan flags at the State Capitol and public buildings across Michigan to be lowered immediately to half-staff. Whitmer encourages all Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments, and other organizations to display the flag at half-staff.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/09\/28\/whitmer-lowers-flags-to-honor-victims-of-shooting-at-the-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-20250928\/","date_start":"2025-09-28","date_end":"2025-10-03","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 28th through sunset Oct 3rd, 2025 To honor the victims who were killed during the Sunday shooting and fire..."},{"id":3010,"title":"Honoring Sergeant Scott Heimann","content":"Governor Kelly Directs Flags at Half-Staff for Sergeant Scott Heimann\r\nTOPEKA \u2013 In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on Friday, October 3, 2025, in honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann, who was killed in the line of duty on September 28, 2025.\r\n\r\n\u201cFor nearly a decade, Sergeant Heimann was committed to protecting those in Hays, and he made the ultimate sacrifice in service to his community,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. \u201cHis sacrifice is a debt that we will never forget or be able to repay. My sincere condolences go out to his family and loved ones as they mourn this tragedy, and to all Kansans as we grieve our state\u2019s fourth line-of-duty death in the last three months.\u201d\r\n\r\nSergeant Heimann will be honored during services held on October 3, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.governor.ks.gov\/Home\/Components\/News\/News\/786\/55?selcat=4","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-honoring-sergeant-scott-heimann\/","date_start":"2025-10-03","date_end":"2025-10-03","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Kelly Directs Flags at Half-Staff for Sergeant Scott Heimann TOPEKA \u2013 In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura..."},{"id":3064,"title":"Honoring Michigan Church Gun Violence Victims","content":"Sep 29th through sunset Oct 1st, 2025\n\nSee source for full text\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-to-mourn-lethal-gun-violence-at-michigan-church\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/hi-20250929\/","date_start":"2025-09-29","date_end":"2025-10-02","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 29th through sunset Oct 1st, 2025 See source for full text Source: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-to-mourn-lethal-gun-violence-at-michigan-church\/"},{"id":3005,"title":"Honoring Victims of Gun Violence at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc","content":"Sep 29th through sunset Oct 1st, 2025\r\n\r\nSee source for full text\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-to-mourn-lethal-gun-violence-at-michigan-church\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/hi-20250929-2\/","date_start":"2025-09-29","date_end":"2025-10-01","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 29th through sunset Oct 1st, 2025 See source for full text Source: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/newsroom\/office-of-the-governor-flag-order-gov-green-lowers-flags-to-mourn-lethal-gun-violence-at-michigan-church\/"},{"id":2989,"title":"Honoring Trooper Craig Gaines","content":"Sep 29th through sunset \n\nGov. Ron DeSantis has ordered U.S. and Florida flags to be flown at half-staff on Monday, Sept. 29, in honor of Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Craig Gaines, who died from injuries sustained in the line of duty. Flags will be lowered at the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles headquarters and Troop H headquarters in Tallahassee, as well as at the Gadsden County Courthouse and Quincy City Hall. The order applies from sunrise to sunset on Monday.\n\nSource: https:\/\/flvoicenews.com\/desantis-orders-flags-at-half-staff-to-honor-trooper-craig-gaines\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-trooper-craig-gaines\/","date_start":"2025-09-29","date_end":"2025-09-29","type":"Local","state":"FL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/fl-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 29th through sunset Gov. Ron DeSantis has ordered U.S. and Florida flags to be flown at half-staff on Monday,..."},{"id":2836,"title":"Honoring Minnesota Firefighters","content":"Governor Walz Directs Flags to Half-Staff for Minnesota Fallen Firefighters\r\nGovernor Tim Walz today directed all United States and Minnesota flags at state buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Sunday, September 28, to honor Minnesota firefighters who have been killed or injured in the line of duty. This order occurs annually in honor of Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day.\r\n\r\n\u201cFirefighters put their lives on the line every day to keep Minnesotans safe,\u201d said Governor Walz. \u201cWe lower our flags to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities and to recognize the families who carry their legacy forward.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in lowering their flags to honor Minnesota's fallen firefighters and their families.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/mn.gov\/governor\/newsroom\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-honoring-minnesota-firefighters\/","date_start":"2025-09-28","date_end":"2025-09-28","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Walz Directs Flags to Half-Staff for Minnesota Fallen Firefighters Governor Tim Walz today directed all United States and Minnesota..."},{"id":2847,"title":"Honoring Former Governor James B. Hunt Jr.","content":"Sep 25th through sunset Sep 27th, 2025\n\nWHEREAS, James B. Hunt Jr., the 69th Governor of North Carolina, passed away on September 23, 2025 at the age of 88; and WHEREAS, Governor Hunt served the people of North Carolina with distinction for over two decades, first as Governor from 1977 to 1985, and again from 1993 to 2001; and WHEREAS, Governor Hunt was a champion of public education, economic development, and environmental protection, leaving a lasting legacy on the state of North Carolina; and WHEREAS, it is fitting that we honor the life and service of this beloved former Governor. NOW, THEREFORE, I, [Governor Name], Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the State of North Carolina shall be lowered to half-staff from sunrise on September 25, 2025 until sunset on September 27, 2025, the day of interment, in tribute to the memory of Governor James B. Hunt Jr.\n\nSource: https:\/\/governor.nc.gov\/media\/2790\/open","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nc-james-b-hunt-jr\/","date_start":"2025-09-25","date_end":"2025-09-28","type":"Local","state":"NC","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nc-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 25th through sunset Sep 27th, 2025 WHEREAS, James B. Hunt Jr., the 69th Governor of North Carolina, passed away..."},{"id":2829,"title":"Honoring Firefighters Kulikowski and Thompson","content":"Governor Orders Flags Half-Staff for Fallen Firefighters Brenna Kulikowski and Damon Thompson\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff on Friday, Sept. 26, in honor of Brenna Kulikowski and Saturday, Sept. 27, in honor of Damon Thompson. Both Timber Mesa Fire District firefighters lost their lives in a vehicle collision in the line of duty on Sept. 14 and will be laid to rest in the days ahead.\r\n\r\nBrenna Kulikowski\u2019s memorial will be held on Sept. 26 at 10 a.m. at the Show Low High School Auditorium. Her obituary can be read here: https:\/\/www.owenslivingstonmortuary.com\/obituaries\/brenna-kulikowski\r\n\r\nDamon Thompson\u2019s memorial will be held on Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. at the Show Low High School Auditorium. His obituary can be read here: https:\/\/www.owenslivingstonmortuary.com\/obituaries\/damon-thompson\r\n\r\nGovernor Hobbs issued the following statement:\r\n\r\n\u201cThese two heroes are missed but will never be forgotten. They both embodied public service as firefighters who served the White Mountains region and the entire state selflessly. I send my deepest condolences to Brenna\u2019s husband and daughter, to Damon\u2019s fianc\u00e9e and to both of their parents, siblings, extended families, communities and colleagues.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in these tributes.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/az.gov\/half-staff-notices","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/az-honoring-firefighters-kulikowski-and-thompson\/","date_start":"2025-09-26","date_end":"2025-09-27","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Orders Flags Half-Staff for Fallen Firefighters Brenna Kulikowski and Damon Thompson Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state..."},{"id":2831,"title":"Honoring Fallen Wisconsin Firefighters","content":"Flags at Half-Staff for Wisconsin Firefighters\r\nAs previously announced, on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, and Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin will be flown at half-staff coinciding with the Final Alarm Ceremony and Silent Procession at the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids, which is hosted by the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial.\r\n\r\nIn May, Gov. Evers signed Executive Order #258 ordering the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sun., May 4, 2025, in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service during National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Executive Order #258 also ordered the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, in recognition of the Final Alarm Ceremony, and again on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, in observance of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5 through Oct. 11, 2025, as established by state statute.\r\n\r\n\u201cWe owe firefighters and all of our state\u2019s dedicated first responders an incredible debt of gratitude, as every day they go to work they put their own health, lives, and safety at risk to serve others in their darkest hours,\u201d said Gov. Evers. \u201cThroughout the year, we lower the flags in honor of those who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty, not only as a sign of respect and appreciation for their commendable commitment to service, but as a measure of thanks to the families, loved ones, and colleagues they left behind and that their hero\u2019s sacrifice will never be forgotten.\u201d\r\n\r\nPreviously, the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend had been held in October, but beginning in 2023, the National Fallen Firefighter Foundation moved the observance from October to May. However, in Wisconsin, Wis. Stat. 995.225(1) still designates each week annually during which October 9 falls as Fire Prevention Week and designates the Saturday at the end of Fire Prevention Week as Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day.\r\n\r\nExecutive Order #258 subsequently orders the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, in recognition of the Final Alarm Ceremony, and on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, in honor of Fire Prevention Week, which features observances, ceremonies, exercises, and activities related to fire safety education, and culminates with the observance of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day in recognition of the firefighters of this state who made the ultimate sacrifice in the performance of their duties over the course of the year. A copy of the governor\u2019s forthcoming 2025 Fire Prevention Week proclamation is available here. A copy of the governor\u2019s forthcoming Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day proclamation is available here.\r\n\r\nExecutive Order #258 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, and Sat., Oct. 11, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.wispolitics.com\/2025\/gov-evers-orders-flags-to-be-flown-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-wisconsin-firefighters-who-have-given-their-lives-in-the-line-of-duty\/#:~:text=MADISON%20%E2%80%94%20As%20previously%20announced%2C%20on,which%20is%20hosted%20by%20the","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-fallen-wisconsin-firefighters\/","date_start":"2025-09-27","date_end":"2025-09-27","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Flags at Half-Staff for Wisconsin Firefighters As previously announced, on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, and Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, the..."},{"id":2581,"title":"Honoring Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell","content":"Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell\r\nPost Date:09\/19\/2025\r\n\r\nTOPEKA \u2013 Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor Magistrate Judge and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Erich Campbell.\r\n\r\n\u201cFrom his time in the Army to his time on the bench, Judge Campbell demonstrated a commitment to public service,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. \u201cWe owe him a debt of gratitude for his leadership on behalf of Kansans and our country. My condolences go out to his loved ones during this difficult time.\"\r\n\r\nJudge Campbell passed away on September 18, 2025, and flags will remain half-staff until he is interred on Thursday, September 25, 2025.\r\n\r\nTo receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, visit https:\/\/www.governor.ks.gov\/newsroom\/kansas-flag-honors.\r\n\r\n###\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.governor.ks.gov\/Home\/Components\/News\/News\/780\/55","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-honoring-magistrate-judge-erich-campbell\/","date_start":"2025-09-19","date_end":"2025-09-25","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell Post Date:09\/19\/2025 TOPEKA \u2013 Today,..."},{"id":2587,"title":"Honoring Fallen Officers","content":"Governor Shapiro Orders Flags Half-Staff for Fallen York County Officers\r\nUpdated September 24, 2025\r\n\r\nOn Wednesday, September 17, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered all Commonwealth and United States flags on Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across Pennsylvania to remain at half-staff in honor of Detective Sergeant Cody Becker, Detective Mark Baker, and Detective Isaiah Emenheiser \u2014 the three Northern York County Regional Police Department officers who were killed in the line of duty during the tragic shooting in North Codorus Township, York County.\r\n\r\nFlags shall remain lowered to half-staff until sunset on the date of interment, Thursday, September 25, 2025.\r\n\r\nAll Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.pa.gov\/governor\/newsroom\/2025-press-releases\/gov-shapiro-orders-flags-half-staff-honor-fallen-officers-york-c","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/pa-honoring-fallen-officers\/","date_start":"2025-09-17","date_end":"2025-09-25","type":"Local","state":"PA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pa-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Shapiro Orders Flags Half-Staff for Fallen York County Officers Updated September 24, 2025 On Wednesday, September 17, in accordance..."},{"id":2310,"title":"Honor Governor Jim Edgar","content":"\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHonoring Illinois' Fallen Governor Jim Edgar\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice from\u00a0 Governor JB Pritzker that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag\u00a0 Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of:\r\n\r\nGovernor Jim Edgar\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by your agency's personnel from:\r\n\r\nSunrise, Monday, September 15, 2025\u00a0until the day of Governor Jim Edgar\u2019s interment\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.illinois.gov\/news\/release.html?releaseid=31708","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/il-honor-fire-lieutenant-white\/","date_start":"2025-09-15","date_end":"2025-09-20","type":"Local","state":"IL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/il-300x213.jpg","excerpt":"Honoring Illinois' Fallen Governor Jim Edgar The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from\u00a0 Governor JB Pritzker that..."},{"id":2321,"title":"Mary Rose Oakar Honored","content":"Former U.S. Representative Mary Rose Oakar Honored\r\nIn honor of the life and service of former U.S. Representative Mary Rose Oakar, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Cuyahoga County as well as the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower from sunrise to sunset on the day of her funeral, September 20, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governor.ohio.gov\/home\/flag-status","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/oh-mary-rose-oakar-honored\/","date_start":"2025-09-20","date_end":"2025-09-20","type":"Local","state":"OH","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/oh.jpg","excerpt":"Former U.S. Representative Mary Rose Oakar Honored In honor of the life and service of former U.S. Representative Mary Rose..."},{"id":2324,"title":"5th Senate District honors Nancy Dembowksi","content":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\r\nWednesday, Sept. 17, 2025\r\nGov. Mike Braun Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Former Indiana Lawmaker\r\n \r\n\r\nINDIANAPOLIS\u00a0\u2013 Governor Mike Braun has\u00a0declared a period of mourning in parts of northwest Indiana to honor the life and service of Nancy Dembowski, a former Indiana lawmaker who died Monday, Sept. 15, at the age of 91.\r\n\r\nDembowski had a long career in public service, serving as Mayor of Knox for 10 years before becoming a state senator for the 5th District from 2002-2004 and a state representative for the 17th District from 2006-2012.\r\n\r\nAs part of this observance, the Governor has directed that flags be flown at half-staff in Starke County, where Dembowski resided, and in the 5th Senate District, which includes Porter, Jasper, Pulaski and White counties, effective immediately through sunset on Saturday, Sept. 20.\r\n\r\nGovernor Braun encourages residents, businesses and organizations in Starke County and across the 5th Senate District to join in lowering their flags in Dembowski's honor.\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/events.in.gov\/event\/gov-mike-braun-orders-flags-at-half-staff-in-remembrance-of-former-indiana-lawmaker?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=State+of+Indiana","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-honoring-rep-dan-leonard\/","date_start":"2025-09-17","date_end":"2025-09-20","type":"Local","state":"IN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/in-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025 Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Former Indiana Lawmaker..."},{"id":2323,"title":"Dubois County Firefighter Lucas Gehlhausen","content":"Consistent with protocol, Governor Mike Braun has declared a period of mourning in Dubois County to honor the life and service of Lucas Gehlhausen, a volunteer firefighter with the Celestine Volunteer Fire Department who died in the line of duty on Sunday, Sept. 7.\r\n\r\nAs part of this observance, the Governor has directed that flags be flown at half-staff in Dubois County, at the Indiana Statehouse and at the Indiana Law Enforcement and Firefighters Memorial, effective immediately through sunset on Friday, Sept. 19.\r\n\r\n\"Firefighter Gehlhausen was a Jasper native, farmer and 17-year member of the Celestine Volunteer Fire Department who lived a life defined by courage and care for others,\" said Governor Braun. \"My deepest condolences are with his family and fellow firefighters as they mourn this tremendous loss.\"\r\n\r\nGovernor Braun encourages residents, businesses and organizations across Dubois County to join in lowering their flags in honor of Firefighter Gehlhausen.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/events.in.gov\/event\/gov-mike-braun-orders-period-of-mourning-and-flags-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-fallen-dubois-county-firefighter?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=State+of+Indiana","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-fallen-firefighter-mark-johnson-honored\/","date_start":"2025-09-17","date_end":"2025-09-19","type":"Local","state":"IN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/in-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Consistent with protocol, Governor Mike Braun has declared a period of mourning in Dubois County to honor the life and..."},{"id":2589,"title":"US POW\/MIA Service Members","content":"Governor Healey Orders Flags Lowered for National POW\/MIA Recognition Day\r\nPlease be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings from sunrise until sunset on Friday, September 19, 2025, in observance of National POW\/MIA Recognition Day and in honor of United States service members who are prisoners of war or missing in action.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.amherstma.gov\/1729\/Flags-in-Amherst","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ma-us-pow-mia-service-members\/","date_start":"2025-09-19","date_end":"2025-09-19","type":"Local","state":"MA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ma-300x218.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Healey Orders Flags Lowered for National POW\/MIA Recognition Day Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered..."},{"id":2591,"title":"POW\/MIA Flag Display","content":"Display of the POW\/MIA Flag in Virginia\r\nIt is the sense of the General Assembly that members of the armed forces of the United States who are or were prisoners of war or reported missing in action should be honored and remembered for their service and sacrifice. In observance of that service and sacrifice, all agencies and institutions of the Commonwealth shall display the POW\/MIA flag on public buildings on the following days each year:\r\n\r\n \tArmed Forces Day -- the third Saturday in May.\r\n \tMemorial Day -- the last Monday in May.\r\n \tFlag Day -- June 14.\r\n \tIndependence Day -- July 4.\r\n \tNational POW\/MIA Recognition Day -- the third Friday in September.\r\n \tVeterans Day -- November 11.\r\n\r\n2001, c. 835, \u00a7 2.1-27.3:1.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/law.lis.virginia.gov\/vacode\/title2.2\/chapter33\/section2.2-3310.1\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-pow-mia-flag-display\/","date_start":"2025-09-19","date_end":"2025-09-19","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Display of the POW\/MIA Flag in Virginia It is the sense of the General Assembly that members of the armed..."},{"id":2592,"title":"Honoring State Senator Bruce Patterson","content":"Governor Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Former State Senator Bruce Patterson\r\nLANSING, Mich. \u2013 Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, September 19, 2025, to honor and remember former state Senator Bruce Patterson who recently passed away.\r\n\r\n\u201cBruce was a good friend, tough foe, and great fun. Whether he was wearing the iconic red Stormy Kromer hat while speaking at my inauguration or debating legislation on the Senate floor, Bruce always put Michigan first,\u201d said Governor Whitmer. \u201cHe never wavered in his commitment to making Wayne County and our entire state the best place to live, raise a family, or build a business. At a time when things feel so heavy in our politics, the world could learn from Bruce about how to see humanity in each other, regardless of which side of the aisle we stand on. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and those who worked with and served alongside him.\u201d\r\n\r\nFormer state Senator Patterson attended Wayne State University, earning a bachelor's degree and juris doctor. Patterson began his career with private law practice, practicing for many years and serving as president and partner of McCabe, Middleton & Patterson, P.C. His career in community service began when he served as Director of Planned Giving at Eastern Michigan University, where he led planned-giving efforts to strengthen the university\u2019s philanthropic programs.\r\n\r\nPatterson began in public service at the local level, serving as a Wayne County Commissioner before being elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 1999. In 2002 he was elected to the Michigan State Senate representing the 7th District, where he served two terms from 2003 to 2010. During his time in the legislature, he advocated for consumer protections, environmental stewardship, and government transparency.\r\n\r\nThe State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor, and service of former state Senator Bruce Patterson by lowering flags to half-staff within the State Capitol Complex. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments, and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.\r\n\r\nTo lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.\r\n\r\nFlags should be returned to full staff within the State Capitol Complex on Saturday, September 20, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/09\/18\/whitmer-lowers-flags-to-honor-former-state-senator-bruce-patterson","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mi-honoring-state-senator-bruce-patterson\/","date_start":"2025-09-19","date_end":"2025-09-19","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Former State Senator Bruce Patterson LANSING, Mich. \u2013 Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered..."},{"id":2341,"title":"Former Senator Judy Salo Honored","content":"\r\n\r\nFlags to be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Senator Judy Salo\r\nSep 16, 2025\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nGovernor Dunleavy ordered flags to be flown at half-staff September 18th, in honor of Judy Salo, in accordance with the family\u2019s wishes.\r\n\r\nFormer Senator Judy Salo served in the Alaska House and Senate from 1989 to 1996 representing the Kenai Peninsula. She was a career public educator and worked in public schools in both Nome and Kenai and was President of the National Education Association-Alaska.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ak-former-senator-judy-salo-honored\/","date_start":"2025-09-18","date_end":"2025-09-18","type":"Local","state":"AK","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ak-300x215.jpg","excerpt":"Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Senator Judy Salo Sep 16, 2025 Governor Dunleavy ordered flags..."},{"id":2407,"title":"Firefighters Brenna Kulikowski & Damon Thompson","content":"Governor Hobbs Honors Fallen Firefighters\r\nGovernor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor of two firefighters who tragically lost their lives on-duty in a vehicle crash late Sunday evening. Flags should be lowered on Wednesday, Sept. 17, in honor of Brenna Kulikowski and Thursday, Sept. 18, in honor of Damon Thompson.\r\n\r\nGovernor Hobbs issued the following statement:\r\n\u201cI\u2019m devastated by the tragic loss of Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District firefighters Brenna Kulikowski and Damon Thompson in the line of duty this week. We deeply appreciate their brave and selfless service to Arizonans. We mourn along with the community, and we will never forget their legacies and sacrifice.\u201d\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in these tributes.\r\nFlag(s) Lowered: Arizona & American Flag\r\nNotice Type: Other\r\nDates: 09\/17\/2025 to 09\/18\/2025\r\nSource: https:\/\/az.gov\/half-staff\/other\/gov-hobbs-orders-flags-half-staff-firefighters-killed-near-show-low","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/az-brenna-kulikowski-damon-thompson\/","date_start":"2025-09-17","date_end":"2025-09-18","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Hobbs Honors Fallen Firefighters Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor..."},{"id":2318,"title":"Honor of Karen Soli","content":"Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Karen Soli\r\nPIERRE, S.D. \u2013\u00a0Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on\u00a0Tuesday, September 16, 2025, in honor of former state legislator Karen Soli. She served in the South Dakota State House of Representatives from 2013 to 2018.\r\n\r\nA funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm CT on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/news.sd.gov\/news?id=news_kb_article_view&sys_id=36e8f27097cc36104696b12ef053af9a","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/sd-former-state-senator-dave-knudson\/","date_start":"2025-09-16","date_end":"2025-09-16","type":"Local","state":"SD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sd-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Karen Soli PIERRE, S.D. \u2013\u00a0Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags..."},{"id":2189,"title":"Patriot Day remembrance and in memory of Charlie Kirk","content":"Sep 11th through sunset Sep 14th, 2025\n<layout>\n<h2>Patriot Day remembrance and in memory of Charlie Kirk<\/h2>\nFrom sunrise to sunset on Thursday, September11; effective immediately through sunset on Sunday, September14. Half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sept.11 for Patriot Day; Half-staff effective immediately through sunset Sept.14 in memory of Charlie Kirk.\n<\/layout>\nHONOLULU \u2014 Governor Josh Green, M.D., has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol and at all state offices and agencies, as well as the Hawai\u02bbi National Guard in the state of Hawai\u02bbi, from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, September 11, to mark Patriot Day. On September 11, 2001, nearly three thousand civilian and first responder lives were taken far too soon. With thousands more injured, the effects of the 9\/11 attacks have left a lasting impact on our nation and the precious communities damaged by this tragedy. Separately, at the direction of the President of the United States, Governor Green has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai\u02bbi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawai\u02bbi State Capitol at all state offices and agencies as well as the Hawai\u02bbi National Guard in the state of Hawai\u02bbi effective immediately through sunset on Sunday, September 14, in memory of Charlie Kirk.\nSource: https:\/\/governor.hawaii.gov\/category\/newsroom\/flag-orders\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/patriot-day-remembrance-and-in-memory-of-charlie-kirk\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-15","type":"Local","state":"HI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 11th through sunset Sep 14th, 2025 <layout> <h2>Patriot Day remembrance and in memory of Charlie Kirk<\/h2> From sunrise to..."},{"id":2190,"title":"Honoring Charles (Charlie) Kirk","content":"Sep 10th through sunset Sep 14th, 2025\n<h2>Flag Lowering to Honor Charles (Charlie) Kirk<\/h2>\nGovernor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the State of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff immediately to honor and remember Charles (Charlie) Kirk who was shot and killed Wednesday during a speaking event at Utah Valley University (UVU). 'Political violence of any form is unacceptable and must be condemned. Our country is founded on the freedom to stand up and speak your mind without fear of being hurt or killed. We must tone down the hateful and divisive rhetoric and center our common humanity. We settle our differences at the ballot box, not through violence,' said Governor Whitmer. Flags should be returned to full staff on Sunday, Sept.14.\nGovernor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the State of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff immediately to honor and remember Charles (Charlie) Kirk who was shot and killed Wednesday during a speaking event at Utah Valley University (UVU). 'Political violence of any form is unacceptable and must be condemned. Our country is founded on the freedom to stand up and speak your mind without fear of being hurt or killed. We must tone down the hateful and divisive rhetoric and center our common humanity. We settle our differences at the ballot box, not through violence,' said Governor Whitmer. Flags should be returned to full staff on Sunday, Sept. 14.\nSource: https:\/\/michigan.gov\/governor, https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/flag-honors","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-charles-charlie-kirk\/","date_start":"2025-09-10","date_end":"2025-09-15","type":"Local","state":"MI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mi-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 10th through sunset Sep 14th, 2025 <h2>Flag Lowering to Honor Charles (Charlie) Kirk<\/h2> Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S...."},{"id":2191,"title":"Honoring Charlie Kirk","content":"In accordance with President Trump's attached Proclamation, Governor Tate Reeves has ordered all flags of the United States and the State of Mississippi be flown at half-staff on all buildings and grounds of the State of Mississippi and all areas under its jurisdiction in memory of Charlie Kirk. Effective immediately and running through sunset on Sunday, September14,2025.\r\nSep10th through sunset Sep14th,2025\r\n\r\nIn accordance with President Trump's attached Proclamation, Governor Tate Reeves has ordered all flags of the United States and the State of Mississippi be flown at half-staff on all buildings and grounds of the State of Mississippi and all areas under its jurisdiction in memory of Charlie Kirk. Effective immediately and running through sunset on Sunday, September 14, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/governorreeves.ms.gov\/flag-status\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ms-honoring-charlie-kirk\/","date_start":"2025-09-10","date_end":"2025-09-15","type":"Local","state":"MS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ms-300x187.jpg","excerpt":"In accordance with President Trump's attached Proclamation, Governor Tate Reeves has ordered all flags of the United States and the..."},{"id":2193,"title":"Honoring Charlie Kirk","content":"Sep 11th through sunset Sep 14th, 2025\r\n\r\nToday, in accordance with the United States Flag Code and the President's proclamation, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered United States and Commonwealth flags on all Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to fly at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory of Charlie Kirk. The flags shall remain lowered until sunset on Sunday, September 14, 2025. All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.pa.gov\/governor\/newsroom\/2025-press-releases\/gov-shapiro-orders-u-s---commonwealth-flags-to-half-staff-honor-.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/pa-honoring-charlie-kirk\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-15","type":"Local","state":"PA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pa-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 11th through sunset Sep 14th, 2025 Today, in accordance with the United States Flag Code and the President's proclamation,..."},{"id":2138,"title":"Mourn Senator Gary Stubblefield","content":"To Mourn the passing of Gary Stubblefield - Arkansas State Senator\r\nSeptember 3, 2025 through sunset on September 13, 2025\r\n\r\nGovernor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise on September 3, 2025, until sunset on the day of his interment, as a sign of public sorrow and respect for his years of service to the people of Arkansas.\r\n\r\nSource: Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders\r\nhttps:\/\/www.brothertonbrothersfuneralhomes.com\/obituary\/senator-gary-stubblefield","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-ordered-to-half-staff-to-mourn-senator-gary-stubblefield\/","date_start":"2025-09-03","date_end":"2025-09-13","type":"Local","state":"AR","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ar-300x209.jpg","excerpt":"To Mourn the passing of Gary Stubblefield - Arkansas State Senator September 3, 2025 through sunset on September 13, 2025..."},{"id":2182,"title":"Honoring Charlie Kirk","content":"Honoring the Memory of Charlie Kirk\r\nAs a mark of respect for the memory of Charlie Kirk, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the\u00a0Constitution and the laws of the United\u00a0States of America, I\u00a0hereby order that the flag of\u00a0the United\u00a0States shall be flown at half-staff at the White\u00a0House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of\u00a0the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United\u00a0States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, September 14, 2025. \u00a0I also direct that the flag shall be flown at\u00a0half-staff for the same length of time at all United\u00a0States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and\u00a0stations.\r\n\r\nIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth\u00a0day of September, in the year of our Lord two\u00a0thousand\u00a0twenty-five, and of the Independence of the United\u00a0States of\u00a0America the two\u00a0hundred and fiftieth.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/presidential-actions\/2025\/09\/honoring-the-memory-of-charlie-kirk\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-honoring-charlie-kirk\/","date_start":"2025-09-09","date_end":"2025-09-13","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Honoring the Memory of Charlie Kirk As a mark of respect for the memory of Charlie Kirk, by the authority..."},{"id":2188,"title":"Honoring 9\/11 Victims and First Responders","content":"Sep 11th through sunset \n<h2>Patriot Day Flag Lowering<\/h2>\nFlags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on September11,2025 to honor victims of9\/11 and first responders.\nMike Dunleavy, Governor of the State of Alaska\nVictims of September11 attacks, first responders, caregivers, and servicemen and women\nI, Mike Dunleavy, Governor of the State of Alaska, do hereby proclaim September11,2025, as Patriot Day in Alaska and encourage all Alaskans to honor those we lost and those who defended our freedoms on this fateful day24 years ago by recommitting to live in the spirit of unity and compassion that binds us together as Americans. I order all Alaska State Flags to be flown at half-staff on September11,2025, to honor the victims and their families, and all our first responders, caregivers, and servicemen and women who protect the American people every day.\nSep11th through sunset\nI, Mike Dunleavy, Governor of the State of Alaska, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2025, as Patriot Day in Alaska and encourage all Alaskans to honor those we lost and those who defended our freedoms on this fateful day 24 years ago by recommitting to live in the spirit of unity and compassion that binds us together as Americans. I order all Alaska State Flags to be flown at half-staff on September 11, 2025, to honor the victims and their families, and all our first responders, caregivers, and servicemen and women who protect the American people every day.\nSource: https:\/\/gov.alaska.gov\/27076-2\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-9-11-victims-and-first-responders\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-12","type":"Local","state":"AK","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ak-300x215.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 11th through sunset <h2>Patriot Day Flag Lowering<\/h2> Flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on September11,2025..."},{"id":2192,"title":"Honoring the Victims of the September 11th Attacks","content":"Sep 11th through sunset \n<h2>Flags flown at half-staff during appropriate hours on Thursday September11th,2025<\/h2>\nGovernor Murphy has issued Executive Order No.398 ordering flags to be flown at half-staff at all state departments and public buildings during appropriate hours on Sept.11th in mourning for victims including those from NJ. This Order shall take effect immediately.\nSep11th through sunset\nGovernor Murphy has issued Executive Order No.398 ordering flags to be flown at half-staff at all state departments and public buildings during appropriate hours on Sept.11th in mourning for victims including those from NJ. This Order shall take effect immediately.\nSource: https:\/\/nj.gov\/state\/dos-flag-status.shtml","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-the-victims-of-the-september-11th-attacks\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-12","type":"Local","state":"NJ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nj-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 11th through sunset <h2>Flags flown at half-staff during appropriate hours on Thursday September11th,2025<\/h2> Governor Murphy has issued Executive Order..."},{"id":2149,"title":"Honoring the Victims and First Responders of 9-11-2001","content":"Patriot Day Memorial Flag Lowering\r\nFrom sunrise Thursday, September11,2025 until sunset Thursday, September11,2025.\r\n\r\nMike Dunleavy, Governor of Alaska\r\nVictims of September 11 attacks and first responders\r\nPatriot Day Memorial Flag Lowering\r\n\r\nI order all Alaska State Flags to be flown at half-staff on September11,2025 to honor the victims and their families, and all our first responders. I encourage all Alaskans to honor those we lost and those who defended our freedoms on this fateful day24 years ago by recommitting to live in the spirit of unity and compassion that binds us together as Americans.\r\nSep11th through sunset\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/gov.alaska.gov\/services\/status-of-the-flag\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-the-victims-and-first-responders-of-the-september-11-attacks\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-11","type":"Local","state":"AK","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ak-300x215.jpg","excerpt":"Patriot Day Memorial Flag Lowering From sunrise Thursday, September11,2025 until sunset Thursday, September11,2025. Mike Dunleavy, Governor of Alaska Victims of..."},{"id":2150,"title":"Honoring Patriot Day","content":"Sep 11th sunrise through sunset\r\nGovernor JB Pritzker Directs Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff on Patriot Day\r\nGovernor JB Pritzker has directed that all flags covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act be flown at half-staff in honor of Patriot Day. The Department of Central Management Services received notice from the governor to lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by agency personnel. The flags will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, September 11, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.illinois.gov\/about\/flag-honors.html","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-patriot-day\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-11","type":"Local","state":"IL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/il-300x213.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 11th sunrise through sunset Governor JB Pritzker Directs Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff on Patriot Day Governor JB..."},{"id":899,"title":"Honoring Illinois\u2019 Fallen","content":"The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of United States Army Staff Sergeant Jose Duenez, Jr. Please lower the United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by your agency\u2019s personnel from Sunrise Tuesday, April 15, 2025 until Sunset Thursday, April 17, 2025Honoring Illinois\u2019 Fallen","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-illinois-fallen\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-11","type":"Local","state":"IL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/il-300x213.jpg","excerpt":"The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by..."},{"id":2116,"title":"Patriot Day 2025","content":"In 2025, the U.S. flag will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on September 11 for Patriot Day, in accordance with federal law and tradition. This practice honors the victims of the 2001 terrorist attacks.\r\nLegal basis for half-staff on Patriot Day:\r\n\r\n \tPublic Law 107-89: Approved on December 18, 2001, this joint resolution officially designated September 11th of each year as \"Patriot Day\".\r\n \tPresidential Proclamation: The law annually requests the President to issue a proclamation for Patriot Day, urging federal entities and the American people to fly the flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset.\r\n\r\nHalf-staff flag rules for Patriot Day\r\n\r\n \tDuration: Fly the flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset.\r\n \tProcedure: To fly the flag at half-staff, first hoist it briskly to the peak for a moment before lowering it to the halfway position. When lowering the flag for the night, first raise it to the peak again before bringing it all the way down.\r\n \tOther flags: If other flags (state, military, or custom) are flown on the same pole as the U.S. flag, they should either be removed or also flown at half-staff.\r\n \tNon-standard poles: For flags that cannot be lowered to half-staff, a black mourning ribbon or streamer can be attached to the top of the flagpole as an alternative.\r\n \tMoment of silence: The law also calls for a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. EDT, the time the first plane struck the World Trade Center, to remember the victims.\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/patriot-day-2025\/","date_start":"2025-09-11","date_end":"2025-09-11","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"In 2025, the U.S. flag will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on September 11 for Patriot Day,..."},{"id":2175,"title":"Honoring Army PFC Leon R. Karwacki","content":"Honoring Army Private First Class Leon R. Karwacki, a World War II Soldier\r\nMADISON\u00a0\u2014 Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order\u00a0#273\u00a0ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on\u00a0Wed., Sept.\u00a010,\u00a02025, in honor of\u00a0U.S. Army Private\u00a0First Class Leon\u00a0R. Karwacki, who lost his life in World War II\u00a0at the age of 27\u00a0and whose remains have been\u00a0identified\u00a0and returned to Wisconsin for burial.\r\n\r\n\u201cPrivate\u00a0First Class Leon\u00a0R. Karwacki\u00a0was a\u00a0hero who selflessly answered the call to serve and gave his life defending the values and freedoms we\u00a0hold most dear,\u201d said Gov. Evers. \u201cWe are forever grateful for his service and sacrifice, and\u00a0it is an honor to welcome Private First Class Karwacki\u00a0back to his home\u00a0state\u00a0so that he may be\u00a0finally\u00a0laid to rest.\u201d\r\n\r\nFrom\u00a0Milwaukee,\u00a0Private First Class Karwacki was assigned to Company E, 2nd Battalion, 36th Armored Infantry Regiment, 3rd Armored Division,\u00a0and in\u00a0September 1944,\u00a0his\u00a0battalion\u00a0advanced against\u00a0enemy forces\u00a0near\u00a0Stolberg,\u00a0Germany. On Sept. 17, 1944, Private First Class Karwacki was killed\u00a0during an attack, and due to the intensity of enemy fire, his body could not be recovered.\u00a0Having made the ultimate sacrifice, Private First Class Karwacki was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart,\u00a0and other campaign honors recognizing his\u00a0brave\u00a0service.\u00a0In\u00a01945, American graves registration personnel recovered a set of\u00a0unidentified\u00a0remains\u00a0and\u00a0subsequently\u00a0interred them at Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery in Belgium. In\u00a0June\u00a02024, the\u00a0U.S.\u00a0Department of Defense and American Battle Monuments\u00a0Commission exhumed the remains and sent them to\u00a0the\u00a0Defense POW\/MIA Accounting Agency\u00a0laboratory\u00a0for analysis. Using dental,\u00a0anthropological, and circumstantial evidence, the\u00a0remains\u00a0of Private First Class Karwacki were\u00a0positively\u00a0identified.\r\n\r\nPrivate First Class Karwacki will be buried with full military honors on\u00a0Wed.,\u00a0Sept.\u00a010, 2025, in\u00a0Milwaukee.\r\n\r\nExecutive Order #273\u00a0will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on\u00a0Wed.,\u00a0Sept. 10, 2025, and is available\u00a0here.\r\n\r\nAn online version of this release is available\u00a0here.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.wispolitics.com\/2025\/gov-evers-orders-flags-to-half-staff-in-honor-of-army-private-first-class-leon-r-karwacki-who-lost-his-life-in-world-war-ii\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wi-honoring-army-pfc-leon-r-karwacki\/","date_start":"2025-09-10","date_end":"2025-09-10","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Honoring Army Private First Class Leon R. Karwacki, a World War II Soldier MADISON\u00a0\u2014 Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order\u00a0#273\u00a0ordering..."},{"id":2164,"title":"Honoring Major General Joseph McNeil","content":"Honoring the life and legacy of civil rights activist Major General Joseph McNeil\r\nGovernor Roy Cooper ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, in honor of civil rights activist and retired U.S. Air Force Major General Joseph McNeil. McNeil was one of the Greensboro Four, a group of Black college students who staged a sit-in at a segregated Woolworth\u2019s lunch counter in Greensboro in 1960, sparking a national movement. He also served a distinguished career in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a Major General.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.doa.nc.gov\/news\/press-releases\/2025\/09\/08\/lowering-us-and-nc-flags-half-staff-honor-civil-rights-activist-major-general-joseph-mcneil","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/nc-honoring-major-general-joseph-mcneil\/","date_start":"2025-09-09","date_end":"2025-09-09","type":"Local","state":"NC","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nc-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Honoring the life and legacy of civil rights activist Major General Joseph McNeil Governor Roy Cooper ordered all United States..."},{"id":2158,"title":"Honoring Delegate John Alfred Cox","content":"Sep 8 through sunset on Sep 8, 2025. Flags will be flown at half-staff in memory and respect of former Delegate John Alfred 'Johnny' Cox.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/www.wsls.com\/news\/local\/2025\/09\/08\/governor-youngkin-orders-flags-at-half-staff-to-honor-former-delegate-john-alfred-cox\/","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/va-honoring-delegate-john-alfred-cox\/","date_start":"2025-09-08","date_end":"2025-09-08","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"Sep 8 through sunset on Sep 8, 2025. Flags will be flown at half-staff in memory and respect of former..."},{"id":2145,"title":"Lynn Simons, former Superintendent of Public Instruction","content":"Gordon orders flags at half-staff for former Superintendent of Public Instruction Lynn Simons\r\nCHEYENNE \u2013 Gov. Mark Gordon has ordered both the U.S. and state of Wyoming flags to fly at half-staff statewide from Thursday until sundown on Saturday, Sept. 6 in honor and memory of former Wyoming Superintendent of Public Instruction Lynn Simons.\r\n\r\nSimons served as superintendent of public instruction from 1979 until 1991. She passed away Aug. 30.\r\n\r\nA memorial service for Simons will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 18 at First Christian Church, 219 W. 27th St. in Cheyenne.\r\n\r\n ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/lynn-simons-former-superintendent-of-public-instruction\/","date_start":"2025-09-04","date_end":"2025-09-07","type":"Local","state":"WY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wy-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Gordon orders flags at half-staff for former Superintendent of Public Instruction Lynn Simons CHEYENNE \u2013 Gov. Mark Gordon has ordered..."},{"id":2144,"title":"Flags Lowered for Kevin M. Robert, Flight Paramedic","content":"Kevin M. Robert - Certified Flight ParamedicReason: Flags Lowered for Kevin M. Robert, Flight ParamedicHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-04Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-04Full Details:Governor Hochul directed that flags on all State government buildings be lowered in honor of Kevin M. Robert, a long-time flight paramedic, who passed away in the line of duty last week. Flags will be flown at half-staff on Thursday, September 4 from sunrise to sunset.\n\n\"Kevin Robert answered the call to serve his community and provided aid in a time of need to countless New Yorkers throughout his career as a paramedic,\" Governor Hochul said. \"Today we are sending our deepest condolences to his loved ones, his colleagues, and the entire Mechanicville community as they honor his life and legacy.\"\n\nKevin was a Certified Flight Paramedic and had been employed for 15 years by the Air Method-Life Net of New York. He was a founder of the John Ahearn Rescue Squad in Mechanicville and was a paramedic for several ambulance services including the Clifton Park & Halfmoon Emergency Corps and Malta-Stillwater EMS. He also was a paramedic instructor at HVCC.Source: Governor Kathy Hochul","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-lowered-for-kevin-m-robert-flight-paramedic\/","date_start":"2025-09-04","date_end":"2025-09-05","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Kevin M. Robert - Certified Flight ParamedicReason: Flags Lowered for Kevin M. Robert, Flight ParamedicHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-04Half-Staff End Date:..."},{"id":2137,"title":"Hunter Simoncic – Kansas City, Kansas Police Officer","content":"Hunter Simoncic - Kansas City, Kansas Police OfficerReason: Killed in the line of duty.Half-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-03Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-03Full Details:In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly has directed all state flags to be flown at half-staff on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in honor of Kansas City, Kansas Police Officer Hunter Simoncic, who was killed in the line of duty on August 26, 2025.Source: Governor Laura Kelly","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-to-be-flown-at-half-staff-on-september-3-2025\/","date_start":"2025-09-03","date_end":"2025-09-04","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Hunter Simoncic - Kansas City, Kansas Police OfficerReason: Killed in the line of duty.Half-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-03Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-03Full..."},{"id":2129,"title":"Honor of U.S. Military Veteran Michael Verardo","content":"Michael Verardo - U.S. Military VeteranReason: Lowering U.S. and NC Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of U.S. Military Veteran Michael VerardoHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-02Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-02Full Details:Lowering U.S. and NC Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of U.S. Military Veteran Michael Verardo From sunrise to sunset Tuesday, September 2, 2025.Source: Governor of North Carolina","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/lowering-u-s-and-nc-flags-to-half-staff-in-honor-of-u-s-military-veteran-michael-verardo\/","date_start":"2025-09-02","date_end":"2025-09-03","type":"Local","state":"NC","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nc-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Michael Verardo - U.S. Military VeteranReason: Lowering U.S. and NC Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of U.S. Military Veteran Michael..."},{"id":2122,"title":"Flags Lowered for Former State Legislator Richard Vasgaard","content":"Richard Vasgaard - Former South Dakota State House RepresentativeReason: Flags Lowered for Former State Legislator Richard VasgaardHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-02Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-02Full Details:PIERRE, S.D. \u2013 Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in honor of former state legislator Richard Vasgaard. He served in the South Dakota State House of Representatives from 2021 to 2022 and again in 2025.\n\n'Representative Vasgaard was an honorable, God-fearing man who served our state with unwavering commitment. Sandy and I are devastated by his loss,' said Governor Larry Rhoden. 'He left a lasting impact on South Dakota, and his leadership will be deeply missed. We will continue to keep the Vasgaard family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.'\n\nA funeral service will be held at10 :30 am CT on Tuesday , September ,2 ,2025 ,at Scandia Lutheran Church in Centerville ,SD.Source: Governor Larry Rhoden","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-lowered-for-former-state-legislator-richard-vasgaard\/","date_start":"2025-09-02","date_end":"2025-09-02","type":"Local","state":"SD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sd-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Richard Vasgaard - Former South Dakota State House RepresentativeReason: Flags Lowered for Former State Legislator Richard VasgaardHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-09-02Half-Staff..."},{"id":2090,"title":"WWII Veteran James “Tommy” Anderson","content":" - Reason: Lowering of Flags for Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-29Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-01Full Details:PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY\n\nWhereas, the opioid epidemic and substance use disorders continue to devastate families and communities, claiming thousands of lives each year; and\n\nWhereas, Overdose Awareness Day, observed annually on August 31st, serves as a global event to raise awareness of overdose, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledge the profound grief felt by families and friends who have lost loved ones; and\n\n[Full text continues on source page]Source: Governor Matt Meyer","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/wwii-veteran-james-tommy-anderson\/","date_start":"2025-08-29","date_end":"2025-09-01","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"- Reason: Lowering of Flags for Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-29Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-01Full Details:PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OVERDOSE..."},{"id":2101,"title":"Half-Staff for Former Governor Michael Castle","content":" - Reason: Lowering of Flags for Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-29Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-01Full Details:PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY\n\nWhereas, the opioid epidemic and substance use disorders continue to devastate families and communities, claiming thousands of lives each year; and\n\nWhereas, Overdose Awareness Day, observed annually on August 31st, serves as a global event to raise awareness of overdose, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledge the profound grief felt by families and friends who have lost loved ones; and\n\n[Full text continues on source page]Source: Governor Matt Meyer","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-former-governor-michael-castle\/","date_start":"2025-08-29","date_end":"2025-09-01","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"- Reason: Lowering of Flags for Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-29Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-01Full Details:PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OVERDOSE..."},{"id":713,"title":"May 11-18, 2021 \u2013 to honor former Gov. Pierre Samuel Du Pont IV","content":" - Reason: Lowering of Flags for Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-29Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-01Full Details:PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY\n\nWhereas, the opioid epidemic and substance use disorders continue to devastate families and communities, claiming thousands of lives each year; and\n\nWhereas, Overdose Awareness Day, observed annually on August 31st, serves as a global event to raise awareness of overdose, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, and acknowledge the profound grief felt by families and friends who have lost loved ones; and\n\n[Full text continues on source page]Source: Governor Matt Meyer","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/may-11-18-2021-to-honor-former-gov-pierre-samuel-du-pont-iv\/","date_start":"2025-08-29","date_end":"2025-09-01","type":"Local","state":"DE","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/de-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"- Reason: Lowering of Flags for Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-29Half-Staff End Date: 2025-09-01Full Details:PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF OVERDOSE..."},{"id":2088,"title":"Flags Lowered to Honor Kentucky Soldier Pfc. Rodger E. Fields","content":" - Reason: Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-31Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-31Full Details:Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state office buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, August 31, in observance of Overdose Awareness Day. Additionally, the Governor's Mansion will be lit purple on Saturday and Sunday to show support for overdose awareness.Source: Governor Andy Beshear","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-lowered-to-honor-kentucky-soldier-pfc-rodger-e-fields\/","date_start":"2025-08-31","date_end":"2025-08-31","type":"Local","state":"KY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ky-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"- Reason: Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-31Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-31Full Details:Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state..."},{"id":2123,"title":"Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Missouri State Representative Kenneth “Ken” Waller","content":"Kenneth \"Ken\" Waller - Missouri State RepresentativeReason: Flags flown at half-staff in honor of Missouri State Representative Kenneth \"Ken\" Waller.Half-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-30Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-30Full Details:Governor Mike Kehoe ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in the State of Missouri for one full day on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from sunrise to sunset in honor of Missouri State Representative Kenneth \"Ken\" Waller.Source: Governor Mike Kehoe","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-flown-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-missouri-state-representative-kenneth-ken-waller\/","date_start":"2025-08-30","date_end":"2025-08-31","type":"Local","state":"MO","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mo-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Kenneth \"Ken\" Waller - Missouri State RepresentativeReason: Flags flown at half-staff in honor of Missouri State Representative Kenneth \"Ken\" Waller.Half-Staff..."},{"id":2120,"title":"For Victims in Minneapolis, Minnesota","content":"BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA\r\nA PROCLAMATION\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts\u00a0of violence perpetrated on August 27, 2025, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the\u00a0Constitution and the laws of the United\u00a0States of America, I\u00a0hereby order that the flag of\u00a0the United\u00a0States shall be flown at half-staff at the White\u00a0House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United\u00a0States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, August 31, 2025.\u00a0 I also direct that the flag shall be flown at\u00a0half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and\u00a0stations.\r\n\r\nIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day of August, in the year of our Lord two\u00a0thousand\u00a0twenty-five, and of the Independence of the United\u00a0States of\u00a0America the two\u00a0hundred and fiftieth.\r\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DONALD J. TRUMP\r\nhttps:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/presidential-actions\/2025\/08\/honoring-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-minneapolis-minnesota\/\u00a0","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/for-victims-in-minneapolis-minnesota\/","date_start":"2025-08-27","date_end":"2025-08-31","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION As a mark of respect for the victims of..."},{"id":2125,"title":"Overdose Awareness Day","content":" - Reason: Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-31Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-31Full Details:Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state office buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, August 31, in observance of Overdose Awareness Day. Additionally, the Governor's Mansion will be lit purple on Saturday and Sunday to show support for overdose awareness.Source: Governor Andy Beshear","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/overdose-awareness-day\/","date_start":"2025-08-31","date_end":"2025-08-31","type":"Local","state":"KY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ky-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"- Reason: Overdose Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-31Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-31Full Details:Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state..."},{"id":2839,"title":"For Victims at Annunciation Catholic School","content":"August 27, 2025 until further notice - Half-Staff Alert - Minnesota\r\nAll United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota immediately (until further notice), in honor of the lives lost to gun violence at Annunciation Catholic School.\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/mn.gov\/governor\/newsroom\/flag-status\/\u00a0","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/mn-annunciation\/","date_start":"2025-08-27","date_end":"2025-08-31","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"August 27, 2025 until further notice - Half-Staff Alert - Minnesota All United States flags and Minnesota flags to be..."},{"id":2843,"title":"Officer Karl O. Haugen","content":"To Honor LeSueur Police Office Karl O. Haugen\r\nAll United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in honor and remembrance of Le Sueur Police Officer Karl O. Haugen.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/officer-karl-o-haugen\/","date_start":"2025-08-31","date_end":"2025-08-31","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"To Honor LeSueur Police Office Karl O. Haugen All United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff..."},{"id":2112,"title":"Honoring Judge Bruce Brown","content":"Honor 18th Judicial District Division 10 Judge Bruce Brown\r\n\r\nAugust 22 - August 30, 2025\r\n\r\nTOPEKA \u2013 Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be lowered to half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor 18th Judicial District Division 10 Judge Bruce Brown.\r\n\u201cJudge Brown had a long career of service to his community and commitment throughout his tenure on the bench,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. \u201cOn behalf of the State of Kansas, I thank him for his dedication to upholding the law. My sincere condolences go out to his family and friends.\u201d\r\nJudge Brown passed away on August 21, 2025, and flags will remain half-staff until he is interred. This flag order will be updated when the date of interment is determined.\r\n\r\nSource: Governor Laura Kelly","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-judge-bruce-brown\/","date_start":"2025-08-22","date_end":"2025-08-30","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Honor 18th Judicial District Division 10 Judge Bruce Brown August 22 - August 30, 2025 TOPEKA \u2013 Today, in accordance..."},{"id":2105,"title":"For Fallen Tremonton-Garland Officers","content":"Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada - Tremonton-Garland Police Department\r\nAug 18 - Aug 29, 2025\r\n\r\nUtah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in honor of Tremonton-Garland Police Department's Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada, who were killed in the line of duty.\r\n\r\nFlags should be lowered to the half-staff position beginning immediately on Monday, Aug. 18 and remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment.\r\n\r\nThe Governor's Office will send an additional notice indicating when flags may be returned to full staff.\r\n\r\nThe governor extends an invitation to all private citizens, businesses, and other organizations to participate in this recognition.\r\n\r\nSource: Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-fallen-tremonton-garland-officers\/","date_start":"2025-08-18","date_end":"2025-08-29","type":"Local","state":"UT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ut-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada - Tremonton-Garland Police Department Aug 18 - Aug 29, 2025 Utah Gov. Spencer..."},{"id":2117,"title":"Hurricane Katrina Remembrance Day","content":"\r\n\r\n\r\nGovernor Jeff Landry Kicks off Katrina Anniversary Week: Proclaims August 29, 2025 as Hurricane Katrina Remembrance Day\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAugust 25, 2025\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nBaton Rouge, LA\u00a0\u2013 As the 20th\u00a0Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina nears, Governor Jeff Landry announced that August 29, 2025, will be recognized across Louisiana as \"Hurricane Katrina Remembrance Day\". To commemorate the day, Governor Landry and First Lady Sharon Landry are encouraging Louisianians of all faiths to participate in a statewide day of prayer on August 29, 2025. Governor Landry has also ordered that all United States and Louisiana flags be flown at half-staff on state buildings from sunrise to sunset.\u00a0EO attached.\r\n\u00a0\r\nHurricane Katrina made landfall on August 29, 2005, claiming the lives of more than 1,800\u00a0people,\u00a0displacing hundreds of thousands, and causing widespread destruction across Louisiana. Yet, in the face of unimaginable suffering, Louisianians displayed extraordinary courage, compassion, and resilience.\r\n\r\n\u201cTwenty years ago, our state endured one of the darkest chapters in its history. But out of that tragedy, the people of Louisiana showed the world what it means to rebuild, recover, and rise stronger than ever before. This week, we honor the lives lost and pay tribute to the countless heroes who answered the call. As we remember Hurricane Katrina, we also recognize the incredible progress we\u2019ve made to rebuild stronger, invest in preparedness, and protect the future of our great state,\u201d\u00a0said Governor Landry.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/hurricane-katrina-remembrance-day\/","date_start":"2025-08-29","date_end":"2025-08-29","type":"Local","state":"LA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/la-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Jeff Landry Kicks off Katrina Anniversary Week: Proclaims August 29, 2025 as Hurricane Katrina Remembrance Day August 25, 2025..."},{"id":2111,"title":"Honoring Joe Reece Salter","content":"Joe Reece Salter - Former Legislator and Speaker of Lousiana HouseReason: In honor of former legislator and Speaker Joe Reece SalterHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-21Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-24Full Details:Governor Landry ordered U.S. and Louisiana flags to half-staff over the State Capitol and all state buildings August 22 & 24, 2025 in honor of former Louisiana legislator and former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, Joe Reece Salter.Source: Office of the Governor of Louisiana","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honoring-joe-reece-salter-flags-half-staff-in-his-memory\/","date_start":"2025-08-21","date_end":"2025-08-25","type":"Local","state":"LA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/la-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Joe Reece Salter - Former Legislator and Speaker of Lousiana HouseReason: In honor of former legislator and Speaker Joe Reece..."},{"id":2110,"title":"Honoring Steve Kuczynski","content":"Steve Kuczynski - Connecticut Department of Developmental Services EmployeeReason: Flag Lowering for Steve Kuczynski, DDS EmployeeHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-23Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-23Full Details:See source for full textSource: Governor Ned Lamont","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flag-lowering-for-steve-kuczynski-dds-employee-on-august-23-2025\/","date_start":"2025-08-23","date_end":"2025-08-24","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Steve Kuczynski - Connecticut Department of Developmental Services EmployeeReason: Flag Lowering for Steve Kuczynski, DDS EmployeeHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-23Half-Staff End..."},{"id":2109,"title":"Victoria Fire Department Firefighter Laura Zumbusch-Wood Memorial: Flags Half-Staff on August 21, 2025","content":"Laura Zumbusch-Wood - Victoria Fire Department FirefighterReason: Victoria Fire Department Firefighter Laura Zumbusch-Wood MemorialHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-21Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-21Full Details:All United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, August 21, 2025, in honor and remembrance of Victoria Fire Department Firefighter Laura Zumbusch-Wood.Source: Governor Tim Walz, State of Minnesota","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/victoria-fire-department-firefighter-laura-zumbusch-wood-memorial-flags-half-staff-on-august-21-2025\/","date_start":"2025-08-21","date_end":"2025-08-22","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Laura Zumbusch-Wood - Victoria Fire Department FirefighterReason: Victoria Fire Department Firefighter Laura Zumbusch-Wood MemorialHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-21Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-21Full..."},{"id":2104,"title":"Tribute to Trooper First Class Dennis Dewayne Ricks, Jr.","content":"Trooper First Class Dennis Dewayne Ricks, Jr. - of the South Carolina Highway Patrol\r\nAug 20 - Aug 20, 2025\r\n\r\nThe Governor orders that the flags atop the State Capitol be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in tribute to Trooper First Class Dennis Dewayne Ricks, Jr. of the South Carolina Highway Patrol and in honor of his selfless service and supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. The Governor requests that the flags over state buildings and buildings of the political subdivisions of this State similarly be flown at half-staff for this purpose.\r\n\r\nSource: The Governor of South Carolina","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/tribute-to-trooper-first-class-dennis-dewayne-ricks-jr-flags-at-half-staff-on-august-20-2025\/","date_start":"2025-08-20","date_end":"2025-08-21","type":"Local","state":"SC","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sc-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Trooper First Class Dennis Dewayne Ricks, Jr. - of the South Carolina Highway Patrol Aug 20 - Aug 20, 2025..."},{"id":2108,"title":"Honor of National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day","content":" - Reason: National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-21Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-21Full Details:In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in honor of National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. This day serves as a solemn reminder of the lives lost to fentanyl poisoning, the families forever affected, and the profound impact this crisis has on our communities. It is also a time to honor those working tirelessly to advance awareness, education, and prevention efforts in Virginia and across the nation.\n\nI hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Thursday, August 21, 2025, and remain at half-staff until sunset.Source: Governor Glenn Youngkin","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/honor-of-national-fentanyl-prevention-and-awareness-day\/","date_start":"2025-08-21","date_end":"2025-08-21","type":"Local","state":"VA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/va-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"- Reason: National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness DayHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-21Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-21Full Details:In accordance with the authority vested..."},{"id":2103,"title":"Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Lyndell Peterson","content":"Lyndell Peterson - former state legislatorReason: Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Lyndell PetersonHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-18Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-18Full Details:Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Monday, August 18, 2025, in honor of former state legislator Lyndell Peterson. He served in the South Dakota State Senate from 1977 to 1994. Lyndell Peterson will be honored at the Central States Fair on Monday, August 18, 2025.Source: Governor Larry Rhoden","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-at-half-staff-at-state-capitol-in-honor-of-lyndell-peterson\/","date_start":"2025-08-18","date_end":"2025-08-19","type":"Local","state":"SD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sd-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Lyndell Peterson - former state legislatorReason: Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Lyndell PetersonHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-18Half-Staff..."},{"id":2102,"title":"In Honor of Sergeant Caleb Eisworth: Flags at Half-Staff","content":"Sergeant Caleb Eisworth - Former Governor of LouisianaReason: In honor of Sergeant Caleb EisworthHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-16Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-20Full Details:Today, the flags of the United States and the State of Louisiana fly at half-staff in honor of fallen officer, Sergeant Caleb Eisworth.\n\nHe will always be remembered for his service and sacrifice on the Thin Blue Line.\n\nRest in Peace, Sgt. Eisworth. Please continue to lift up the Eisworth family in your prayers.Source: Office of the Governor of Louisiana","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-honor-of-sergeant-caleb-eisworth-flags-at-half-staff\/","date_start":"2025-08-16","date_end":"2025-08-17","type":"Local","state":"LA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/la-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Sergeant Caleb Eisworth - Former Governor of LouisianaReason: In honor of Sergeant Caleb EisworthHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-16Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-20Full..."},{"id":2003,"title":"Oklahoma former Governor George Nigh","content":"Governor Stitt ordered flags to half-staff July 31, 2025 - August 14, 2025 to honor former Governor George Nigh.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/oklahoma-former-governor-george-nigh\/","date_start":"2025-07-31","date_end":"2025-08-14","type":"Local","state":"OK","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ok-300x214.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Stitt ordered flags to half-staff July 31, 2025 - August 14, 2025 to honor former Governor George Nigh."},{"id":2089,"title":"For Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming on August 11, 2025","content":"For Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming\r\nTOPEKA \u2013 In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Friday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on August 11, 2025, in honor of Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming who was killed in the line of duty on July 26, 2025.The death of a law enforcement officer is always a tragedy, and Deputy Ming was taken far too soon,\u201d Governor Laura Kelly said. \u201cHe made the ultimate sacrifice in service to his community, and he will not be forgotten. My sincere condolences go out to Deputy Ming\u2019s loved ones during this difficult time.Deputy Ming will be honored during services held on August 11, 2025.\r\n\r\nSource: Governor Laura Kelly","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-wyandotte-county-deputy-elijah-ming-on-august-11-2025\/","date_start":"2025-08-11","date_end":"2025-08-12","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"For Wyandotte County Deputy Elijah Ming TOPEKA \u2013 In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Friday directed..."},{"id":2059,"title":"Flags Flown at Half-Staff on August 9, 2025, for Pvt. Herbert E. McLaughlin","content":"U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. Herbert E. McLaughlin - Reason: Half-Staff for U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. Herbert E. McLaughlinHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-09Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-09Full Details:See source for full textSource: Governor Tony Evers","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-flown-at-half-staff-on-august-9-2025-for-pvt-herbert-e-mclaughlin\/","date_start":"2025-08-09","date_end":"2025-08-10","type":"Local","state":"WI","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/wi-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. Herbert E. McLaughlin - Reason: Half-Staff for U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. Herbert E. McLaughlinHalf-Staff..."},{"id":2034,"title":"Flags at Half-Staff for Clark Gruening on August 8, 2025","content":"Clark Gruening - former legislatorReason: Flags at Half-Staff for Clark GrueningHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-08Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-08Full Details:Governor Dunleavy ordered flags to be flown at half-staff August 8th in honor of Clark Gruening in accordance with the family's wishes.\n\n\"Rose and I are saddened by the passing of Clark Gruening. He came from a long legacy of public service and devoted much of his life to Alaska's future,\" said Governor Dunleavy. \"We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and all who knew him.\"\n\nGruening served in the Alaska House of Representatives from 1975 to 1978, representing Anchorage. A grandson of former territorial governor and U.S. Senator Ernest Gruening, he continued the family's legacy of civic leadership and public service. A graduate of the University of Oregon and George Washington University Law School, Gruening also ran for U.S. Senate in 1980.Source: Governor Mike Dunleavy","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-at-half-staff-for-clark-gruening-on-august-8-2025\/","date_start":"2025-08-08","date_end":"2025-08-09","type":"Local","state":"AK","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ak-300x215.jpg","excerpt":"Clark Gruening - former legislatorReason: Flags at Half-Staff for Clark GrueningHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-08Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-08Full Details:Governor Dunleavy ordered..."},{"id":2035,"title":"Flags Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Leland Kleinsasser","content":"Leland Kleinsasser - former state legislatorReason: in honor of former state legislator Leland KleinsasserHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-08Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-08Full Details:Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Friday, August 8, 2025, in honor of former state legislator Leland Kleinsasser. He served in the South Dakota State House of Representatives from 1979 to 1980 and the South Dakota State Senate from 1981 to 1988. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm MT on Friday, August 8, at Bethel Mennonite Brethren Church in Yale, SD.Source: Governor Larry Rhoden","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-fly-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-leland-kleinsasser\/","date_start":"2025-08-08","date_end":"2025-08-09","type":"Local","state":"SD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sd-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Leland Kleinsasser - former state legislatorReason: in honor of former state legislator Leland KleinsasserHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-08Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-08Full..."},{"id":1973,"title":"In Honor of Firefighter Ray Moreau: Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Connecticut","content":"Plainville Firefighter Raymond \"Ray\" Moreau\r\nIn accordance with the governor's directive, flags will be at half-staff on the Connecticut State Capitol building and all other state-operated buildings, grounds, and facilities statewide. Individuals, businesses, schools municipalities and any other private entities and government subdivisions are encouraged to lower their flags for this same duration of time. Since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag all other flags including state municipal corporate or otherwise should also be lowered.\r\n\r\nSource: Office of the Governor of Connecticut","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-honor-of-firefighter-ray-moreau-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-in-connecticut\/","date_start":"2025-07-27","date_end":"2025-08-02","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Plainville Firefighter Raymond \"Ray\" Moreau In accordance with the governor's directive, flags will be at half-staff on the Connecticut State..."},{"id":1974,"title":"Hulk Hogan Memorial Flag Lowering on August 1, 2025","content":"Terry Bollea (Hulk Hogan) - wrestling legendReason: Hulk Hogan Memorial Flag LoweringHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-01Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-01Full Details:To commemorate his life and legacy, I hereby declare August 1, 2025, as \"Hulk Hogan Day in Florida,\" and direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida be lowered at the State Capitol in Tallahassee and all local and state buildings throughout Pinellas County from sunrise to sunset on Friday, August 1, 2025.Source: Governor Ron DeSantis","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/hulk-hogan-memorial-flag-lowering-on-august-1-2025\/","date_start":"2025-08-01","date_end":"2025-08-02","type":"Local","state":"FL","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/fl-300x240.jpg","excerpt":"Terry Bollea (Hulk Hogan) - wrestling legendReason: Hulk Hogan Memorial Flag LoweringHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-08-01Half-Staff End Date: 2025-08-01Full Details:To commemorate..."},{"id":1986,"title":"Victims of Midtown Manhattan Shooting","content":"NYPD Officer Islam -\r\nReason: Victims of Midtown Manhattan Shooting; NYPD Officer Islam\r\n\r\nFull Details:\r\n\r\nGovernor Hochul is directing that flags on State buildings be immediately lowered to half-staff and remain at half-staff until further notice in honor of those who lost their lives in a shooting Monday evening in Manhattan.\r\n\r\nSource: Governor Kathy Hochul","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/victims-of-midtown-manhattan-shooting-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-in-honor\/","date_start":"2025-07-29","date_end":"2025-07-31","type":"Local","state":"NY","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ny-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"NYPD Officer Islam - Reason: Victims of Midtown Manhattan Shooting; NYPD Officer Islam Full Details: Governor Hochul is directing that..."},{"id":1971,"title":"Flags at Half-Staff for Mike Diedrich \u2014 See Source for Full Text","content":"Michael (Mike) Diedrich - former South Dakota state legislator\r\nReason: Flags at Half-Staff for Mike Diedrich\r\n\r\nHalf-Staff Start Date: 2025-07-26\r\n\r\nHalf-Staff End Date: 2025-07-26\r\n\r\nFull Details:\r\n\r\nSee source for full text\r\n\r\nSource: Governor Larry Rhoden","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/flags-at-half-staff-for-mike-diedrich-see-source-for-full-text\/","date_start":"2025-07-26","date_end":"2025-07-26","type":"Local","state":"SD","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sd-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Michael (Mike) Diedrich - former South Dakota state legislator Reason: Flags at Half-Staff for Mike Diedrich Half-Staff Start Date: 2025-07-26..."},{"id":1929,"title":"In honor of the life and service of Scioto County Commissioner Cathy Coleman","content":"In honor of the life and service of Scioto County Commissioner Cathy Coleman, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that U.S. and Ohio flags be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout Scioto County and at the Ohio Statehouse, Vern Riffe Center, and Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus. This order will remain in effect until sunset on the day of her funeral, July 11, 2025.\r\n\r\nAll other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may fly U.S. and Ohio flags at half-staff at their discretion for the same time period","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-honor-of-the-life-and-service-of-scioto-county-commissioner-cathy-coleman\/","date_start":"2025-07-07","date_end":"2025-07-11","type":"Local","state":"OH","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/oh.jpg","excerpt":"In honor of the life and service of Scioto County Commissioner Cathy Coleman, Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that U.S...."},{"id":1822,"title":"Gov. Little orders lowering of flags to honor fallen firefighters","content":"Boise, Idaho \u2013 Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor the firefighters killed in an ambush attack in North Idaho.\r\n\r\nFlags will be lowered immediately until the day following the firefighters\u2019 memorial service, in accordance with Idaho law.\r\n\r\n\u201cThe entire State of Idaho grieves the profound loss of the firefighters killed in the shocking ambush in North Idaho. All our public safety officers, especially our firefighters, bravely confront danger on a daily basis but we have never seen a heinous act of violence like this on our firefighters before. This is not Idaho. This indescribable loss is felt deeply by all those in the firefighting community and beyond. Please join Teresa and me as we continue to pray for the victims and their loved ones,\u201d\u00a0Governor Little said.\r\n\r\nThe full text of the Governor\u2019s flag directive follows:\r\n\r\nPlease be advised that flags should be lowered to half-staff immediately starting Monday, June 30, 2025, at the state Capitol building and at other state and local government buildings, for the tragic loss of the firefighters in North Idaho on June 29. The flags will be at half-staff immediately until the day following the firefighters\u2019 memorial service on a date to be determined.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/gov-little-orders-lowering-of-flags-to-honor-fallen-firefighters\/","date_start":"2025-06-30","date_end":"2025-07-09","type":"Local","state":"ID","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/id-300x204.jpg","excerpt":"Boise, Idaho \u2013 Governor Brad Little has ordered U.S. flags and State of Idaho flags to be lowered to half-staff..."},{"id":1747,"title":"In mourning for Officer Timothy Ontiveros of the Bloomfield Police Department","content":"SANTA FE \u2013 Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday ordered all flags in the state of New Mexico to half-staff beginning June 5, and lasting through sundown of June 10, in mourning for Officer Timothy Ontiveros of the Bloomfield Police Department.\r\nSource: www.governor.state.nm.us","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/in-mourning-for-officer-timothy-ontiveros-of-the-bloomfield-police-department\/","date_start":"2025-06-05","date_end":"2025-06-12","type":"Local","state":"NM","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nm-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"SANTA FE \u2013 Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday ordered all flags in the state of New Mexico to half-staff..."},{"id":1735,"title":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day","content":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-from-sunrise-until-noon-for-memorial-day-5\/","date_start":"2025-05-26","date_end":"2025-05-26","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day"},{"id":911,"title":"US flags at Half Staff on Sunday, May 4, 2025 \ufeffin Honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial","content":"The United States Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to lead a nationwide effort to remember America\u2019s fallen firefighters. Since 1992, the tax-exempt, nonprofit Foundation has developed and expanded programs to honor our fallen fire heroes and assist their families and coworkers.\r\nThe National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service will be held Sunday, May 4, 2025, to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty.\r\nIn accordance to Public Law 107-51, the American flag should be lowered to half-staff on Sunday, May 4, 2025 from sunrise to sunset in observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-flags-at-half-staff-on-sunday-may-4-2025-in-honor-of-national-fallen-firefighters-memorial\/","date_start":"2025-05-04","date_end":"2025-05-19","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"The United States Congress created the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to lead a nationwide effort to remember America\u2019s fallen firefighters...."},{"id":1457,"title":"Half Staff Peace Officers Memorial Day","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-peace-officers-memorial-day-2\/","date_start":"2025-05-15","date_end":"2025-05-19","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":904,"title":"United States Flag to Half-Staff Honoring the Memory of His Holiness Pope Francis","content":"United States Flag to Half-Staff Honoring the Memory of His Holiness Pope Francis\r\nApril 21, 2025\r\nBy the President of the United States of America\r\nA Proclamation\r\nAs a mark of respect for the memory of His Holiness Pope Francis, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.\r\nIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-five, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-ninth.\r\nDONALD J. TRUMP","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/united-states-flag-to-half-staff-honoring-the-memory-of-his-holiness-pope-francis\/","date_start":"2025-04-21","date_end":"2025-04-26","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"United States Flag to Half-Staff Honoring the Memory of His Holiness Pope Francis April 21, 2025 By the President of..."},{"id":898,"title":"March 15-20, 2025 – in honor and remembrance of Fire Chief Jason Gruett","content":"\r\nGovernor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise on Saturday, March 15, 2025, to Sunset on Thursday, March 20, 2025, in honor and remembrance of Fire Chief Jason Gruett. Chief Gruett died on March 12, 2025.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u201cChief Jason Gruett was a deeply respected leader and dedicated firefighter who selflessly served his community for nearly two decades,\u201d said Governor Walz. \u201cChief Gruett\u2019s kindness, generosity, and commitment to service impacted countless lives. Minnesota mourns this tragic loss, and I extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.\u201d\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nConfidential help and crisis support is available over the phone or online anytime for any firefighter and\/or their family through the MnFIRE Assistance Program (MAP). Any member of a firefighter\u2019s household, including children living away from home, can access the MAP by visiting liveandworkwell.com and entering access code MnFIRE, or calling 1-888-784-6634. Phone lines are answered 24\/7 and provide confidential support, guidance, and mental health resources.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, and other organizations are also encouraged to join in lowering their flags.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/march-15-20-2025-in-honor-and-remembrance-of-fire-chief-jason-gruett\/","date_start":"2025-03-15","date_end":"2025-03-20","type":"Local","state":"MN","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mn-300x180.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Tim Walz has ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in..."},{"id":880,"title":"United States Flag to Half-Staff for Thirty Days Honoring Former President Jimmy Carter","content":"United States Flag to Half-Staff for Thirty Days Honoring Former President Jimmy Carter\r\n\r\nDecember 29, 2024\r\n\r\nThe United States flags shoud be flown at half-staff effective immediately until sunset on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in honor of the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter, who passed away this afternoon in Plains, Georgia.\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/united-states-flag-to-half-staff-for-thirty-days-honoring-former-president-jimmy-carter\/","date_start":"2024-12-29","date_end":"2025-01-28","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"United States Flag to Half-Staff for Thirty Days Honoring Former President Jimmy Carter December 29, 2024 The United States flags..."},{"id":875,"title":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","content":"Fly the United States Flag at Half-Staff on Saturday, December 7, 2024\r\n\ufeffin Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day-3\/","date_start":"2024-12-07","date_end":"2024-12-07","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Fly the United States Flag at Half-Staff on Saturday, December 7, 2024 \ufeffin Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day"},{"id":871,"title":"Half-Staff Patriot Day 2024","content":"Fly the United States Flags\r\n\r\nat Half-Staff on\r\n\r\n\ufeffWednesday, September 11, 2024","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-patriot-day-2024\/","date_start":"2024-09-11","date_end":"2024-09-11","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff on \ufeffWednesday, September 11, 2024"},{"id":866,"title":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day","content":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-from-sunrise-until-noon-for-memorial-day-4\/","date_start":"2024-05-27","date_end":"2024-05-27","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day"},{"id":863,"title":"Half Staff Peace Officers Memorial Day","content":"Half Staff Peace Officers Memorial Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-peace-officers-memorial-day\/","date_start":"2024-05-15","date_end":"2024-05-15","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half Staff Peace Officers Memorial Day"},{"id":860,"title":"Half Staff National Firefighters Memorial","content":"Half Staff National Firefighters Memorial ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-firefighters-memorial\/","date_start":"2024-05-05","date_end":"2024-05-05","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half Staff National Firefighters Memorial"},{"id":857,"title":"Half Staff in Honor of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor","content":"Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 in Honor of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-justice-sandra-day-oconnor\/","date_start":"2023-12-19","date_end":"2023-12-19","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 in Honor of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor"},{"id":854,"title":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","content":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day-2\/","date_start":"2023-12-07","date_end":"2023-12-07","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day"},{"id":851,"title":"Half Staff in Honor of Rosalynn Carter","content":"Half Staff in Honor of Rosalynn Carter","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-rosalynn-carter\/","date_start":"2023-11-25","date_end":"2023-11-29","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half Staff in Honor of Rosalynn Carter"},{"id":848,"title":"Half-Staff Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Lewiston, Maine","content":"OCTOBER 26, 2023\r\n\r\nA Proclamation on Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Lewiston, Maine\r\n \r\n As a mark of respect for the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated on October 25, 2023, in Lewiston, Maine, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, October 30, 2023. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.\r\n\r\n IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-three, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-eighth.\r\n \r\n\r\n JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-lewiston-maine\/","date_start":"2023-10-26","date_end":"2023-10-30","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"OCTOBER 26, 2023 A Proclamation on Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Lewiston, Maine As a mark of respect..."},{"id":844,"title":"Half Staff in Honor of Dianne Feinstein","content":"Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff Immediately Until Sunset on the Date of Interment (unknown) in Honor of Dianne Feinstein\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-dianne-feinstein\/","date_start":"2023-09-29","date_end":"2023-10-05","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff Immediately Until Sunset on the Date of Interment (unknown) in Honor of Dianne..."},{"id":841,"title":"Fly the United States Flags at Half-Staff on \ufeffMonday, September 11, 2023","content":"Patriot Day 2023\r\n\r\n\r\nMonday, September 11th, 2023 marks the 22 year anniversary of the 9\/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93 which crashed in suburban Pennsylvania. Patriot Day serves as a remembrance of the lives lost on that September morning.\r\n\r\n \r\nBy a joint resolution approved 12\/18\/2001, (Public Law 107-89) has designated September 11th of each year as \"Patriot Day\" which also directs the flags be lowered to half-staff for the entire day on September 11.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nA section of the law is below: \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n''\u00a7 144. Patriot Day''(a) DESIGNATION.-September 11 is Patriot Day.''(b) PROCLAMATION.-The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation calling on-\r\n\r\n\r\n''(1) State and local governments and the people of the United States to observe Patriot Day with appropriate programs and activities;\r\n\r\n \r\n''(2) all departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States and interested organizations and individuals to display the flag of the United States at halfstaff on Patriot Day in honor of the individuals who lost their lives as a result of the terrorist attacks against the United States that occurred on September 11, 2001; and'","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/fly-the-united-states-flags-at-half-staff-on-monday-september-11-2023\/","date_start":"2023-09-11","date_end":"2023-09-11","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Patriot Day 2023 Monday, September 11th, 2023 marks the 22 year anniversary of the 9\/11 terrorist attacks on the World..."},{"id":838,"title":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day","content":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-from-sunrise-until-noon-for-memorial-day-3\/","date_start":"2023-05-29","date_end":"2023-05-29","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff from Sunrise until Noon for Memorial Day"},{"id":834,"title":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Peace Officers Memorial Day","content":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Peace Officers Memorial Day\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-peace-officers-memorial-day\/","date_start":"2023-05-15","date_end":"2023-05-15","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff \u2013 National Peace Officers Memorial Day"},{"id":830,"title":"Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Tragedy in Allen, Texas","content":"Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Tragedy in Allen, \r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-nashville-tennessee-2\/","date_start":"2023-05-07","date_end":"2023-05-11","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Tragedy in Allen,"},{"id":820,"title":"Half Staff \u2013 Victims of Nashville, TN","content":"Half Staff \u2013 Victims of Nashville, TN","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-victims-of-nashville-tn\/","date_start":"2023-03-27","date_end":"2023-03-31","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half Staff \u2013 Victims of Nashville, TN"},{"id":829,"title":"Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Tragedy in Nashville, Tennessee","content":"Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Tragedy in Nashville, Tennessee","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-nashville-tennessee\/","date_start":"2023-03-28","date_end":"2023-03-31","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Tragedy in Nashville, Tennessee"},{"id":7189,"title":"Honoring Judge Marcus Kelley","content":"Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on March 8 in honor of the interment of La Paz County Superior Court Presiding Judge Marcus Kelley.Judge Kelley brought a breadth of experience to his public service, having worked at the Arizona State Senate, serving as an Assistant Attorney General as well as working as a prosecutor and in private practice. He passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 22 and is survived by his wife, Nickie, and their two children, William and Sarah.Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.\n\nSource: https:\/\/az.gov\/half-staff-notices","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/az-marcus-kelley\/","date_start":"2023-03-08","date_end":"2023-03-08","type":"Local","state":"AZ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/az-300x207.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on March 8..."},{"id":818,"title":"Half-Staff the Tragedy in Monterey Park, CA","content":"The Tragedy in Monterey Park, CA\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-2\/","date_start":"2023-01-22","date_end":"2023-01-26","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"The Tragedy in Monterey Park, CA"},{"id":812,"title":"Half-Staff – National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","content":"Half-Staff - National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day\/","date_start":"2022-12-07","date_end":"2022-12-07","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff - National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day"},{"id":803,"title":"Half-Staff Honoring Queen Elizabeth II","content":"Half-Staff Honoring Queen Elizabeth II","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-queen-elizabeth-ii\/","date_start":"2022-09-08","date_end":"2022-09-19","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff Honoring Queen Elizabeth II"},{"id":800,"title":"Half Staff in Honor of Patriot Day","content":"Half Staff in Honor of Patriot Day","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-patriot-day\/","date_start":"2022-09-11","date_end":"2022-09-11","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half Staff in Honor of Patriot Day"},{"id":798,"title":"US Flags to Half Staff Honoring Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan","content":"US Flags to Half Staff Honoring Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-flags-to-half-staff-honoring-abe-shinzo-former-prime-minister-of-japan\/","date_start":"2022-07-08","date_end":"2022-07-10","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"US Flags to Half Staff Honoring Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan"},{"id":787,"title":"Half Staff from Until Noon for Memorial Day","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-from-until-noon-for-memorial-day\/","date_start":"2022-05-30","date_end":"2022-05-30","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":784,"title":"Half-Staff Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Uvalde, Texas","content":"Half-Staff Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Uvalde, Texas","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-uvalde-texas\/","date_start":"2022-05-24","date_end":"2022-05-28","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Uvalde, Texas"},{"id":780,"title":"US Flags to Half Staff Remembering the 1,000,000 Americans Lost to COVID-\u206019","content":"Remembering the 1,000,000 Americans Lost to COVID-\u206019","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/us-flags-to-half-staff-remembering-the-1000000-americans-lost-to-covid-%e2%81%a019\/","date_start":"2022-05-12","date_end":"2022-05-16","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Remembering the 1,000,000 Americans Lost to COVID-\u206019"},{"id":776,"title":"Half-Staff in Honor of Madeleine Korbel Albright","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-madeleine-korbel-albright\/","date_start":"2022-03-23","date_end":"2022-03-27","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":760,"title":"Half-Staff in Honor of Robert Joseph Dole","content":"Half-Staff in Honor of Robert Joseph Dole \r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-robert-joseph-dole\/","date_start":"2021-12-05","date_end":"2021-12-11","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half-Staff in Honor of Robert Joseph Dole"},{"id":753,"title":"Half-Staff Honoring Colin Powell","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-colin-powell\/","date_start":"2021-10-18","date_end":"2021-10-22","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":750,"title":"Half Staff \u2013 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-fallen-firefighters-memorial-service-2\/","date_start":"2021-10-03","date_end":"2021-10-03","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":740,"title":"Half Staff – Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-patriot-day-and-national-day-of-service-and-remembrance\/","date_start":"2021-09-11","date_end":"2021-09-11","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":736,"title":"Half Staff \u2013 Honoring the U.S. Service Members Killed in the Kabul Bombing","content":"Half Staff \u2013 Honoring the U.S. Service Members Killed in the Kabul Bombing","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-the-u-s-service-members-killed-in-the-kabul-bombing\/","date_start":"2021-08-26","date_end":"2021-08-30","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Half Staff \u2013 Honoring the U.S. Service Members Killed in the Kabul Bombing"},{"id":690,"title":"Half Staff From Sunrise Until Noon for Memorial Day","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-from-sunrise-until-noon-for-memorial-day\/","date_start":"2021-05-31","date_end":"2021-05-31","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":729,"title":"Half Staff \u2013 Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in San Jose, CA","content":"Honoring the Victims\r\nof the Tragedy in San Jose, California\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff\/","date_start":"2021-05-26","date_end":"2021-05-30","type":"Federal","state":"","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in San Jose, California"},{"id":712,"title":"May 15, 2021 \u2013 Peace Officers Memorial Day","content":"A PROCLAMATION ON PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY AND POLICE WEEK, 2021\r\nEvery day, we ask a great deal of the men and women of our Nation\u2019s law enforcement agencies; from ensuring public safety, to serving as front-line workers, to responding to incidents involving domestic violence, substance use disorders, mental health challenges, and homelessness, often with limited resources. Every morning, our Nation\u2019s law enforcement officers pin on a badge and go to work, not knowing what the day will bring, and hoping to come home safely. This year, even as the COVID-19 pandemic took a physical, mental, and emotional toll, our officers, deputies, and troopers demonstrated courage and dedication in continuing to support our communities. As we recognize Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, we honor those who lost their lives in the line of duty, and thank them on behalf of this grateful Nation for their service.\r\nThe economic toll of the COVID-19 pandemic has strained State, local, and Tribal budgets \u2014 forcing many communities to stretch their funding, consider layoffs, and reduce public services. My Administration will support our Nation\u2019s law enforcement agencies and officers and work to ensure they have the resources and research tools they need to do their jobs successfully and the funding necessary to enhance officer safety and wellness, including improving access to mental health services. We will also continue to bolster initiatives that protect our law enforcement officers\u2019 physical safety \u2014 including those that provide for bulletproof vests and active shooter training.\r\nThis year, we also recognize that in many of our communities, especially Black and brown communities, there is a deep sense of distrust towards law enforcement; a distrust that has been exacerbated by the recent deaths of several Black and brown people at the hands of law enforcement. These deaths have resulted in a profound fear, trauma, pain, and exhaustion for many Black and brown Americans, and the resulting breakdown in trust between law enforcement and the communities they have sworn to protect and serve ultimately makes officers\u2019 jobs harder and more dangerous as well. In order to rebuild that trust, our State, local, and Federal Government and law enforcement agencies must protect constitutional rights, ensure accountability for misconduct, and embrace policing that reflects community values and ensures community safety. These approaches benefit those who wear the badge and those who count on their protection.\r\nWe must also stop tasking law enforcement with problems that are far beyond their jurisdictions. From providing emergency health care to resolving school discipline issues, our communities rely on the police to perform services that often should be the duty of other institutions. We then accuse the police of failure when responsibility lies with public policy choices they did not make. Supporting our law enforcement officers requires that we invest in underfunded public systems that provide health care, counseling, housing, education, and other social services.\r\nThere are many ways we can demonstrate appreciation for our law enforcement heroes. We recognize acts of bravery through the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor and the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery. We must also acknowledge the challenge and value of their service through the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 and the Supporting and Treating Officers in Crisis Act of 2019. Should tragedy strike, Public Safety Officers\u2019 benefits must be available for the families of officers who lose their lives or are catastrophically injured in the line of duty.\r\nThis country asks much of our Federal, State, Tribal, and local police officers and deputies, and it is our solemn responsibility to ensure that those who protect and serve have the training, resources, and support they need to do their jobs well. My Administration will do everything we can to support the men and women who so courageously protect us.\r\nBy a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962, as amended (76 Stat. 676), and by Public Law 103-322, as amended (36 U.S.C. 136-137), the President has been authorized and requested to designate May 15 of each year as \u201cPeace Officers Memorial Day\u201d and the week in which it falls as \u201cPolice Week.\u201d\r\nNOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 15, 2021, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 9 through May 15, 2021, as Police Week. I call upon all Americans to observe these events with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also call on the Governors of the United States and its Territories, and appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that the flag be flown at half-staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day. I further encourage all Americans to display the flag from their homes and businesses on that day.\r\nIN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-one, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-fifth.\r\nJOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/may-15-2021-peace-officers-memorial-day\/","date_start":"2021-05-15","date_end":"2021-05-15","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"A PROCLAMATION ON PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY AND POLICE WEEK, 2021 Every day, we ask a great deal of the..."},{"id":711,"title":"May 12, 2021 \u2013 Interment (unknown) in honor of Ricardo Torres, Jr.","content":"Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff in honor of New Haven Firefighter Ricardo Torres, Jr., who died in the line of duty while responding to a residential fire early this morning.\r\nFlags should be lowered immediately and remain lowered until sunset on the date of interment, which has not yet been determined. Accordingly, since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags, including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise, should also be lowered during this same duration of time.\r\n\u201cOn behalf of the State of Connecticut, I send my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of New Haven Firefighter Ricardo Torres, Jr.,\u201d Governor Lamont said. \u201cToday\u2019s tragedy is a heartbreaking reminder of the dangers that firefighters face each and every day when responding to emergencies. Firefighter Torres is a hero, who dedicated his life to the safety of the people of New Haven. My thoughts are also with the firefighters who were injured while responding to this emergency, and I pray for their speedy recovery.\u201d\r\n\u201cWe grieve for the tragic loss of Firefighter Torres,\u201d Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz said. \u201cHe sacrificed his life for the lives of others. His bravery and courage in service to his community and our state will always be remembered. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and the New Haven Fire Department.\u201d\r\nThe Office of the Governor will send out a notification when flags should be returned to full-staff.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/may-12-2021-interment-unknown-in-honor-of-ricardo-torres-jr\/","date_start":"2021-05-14","date_end":"2021-05-14","type":"Local","state":"CT","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ct-300x208.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff in honor..."},{"id":672,"title":"Half Staff \u2013 for Victims in Boulder, CO","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-victims-in-boulder-co\/","date_start":"2021-04-22","date_end":"2021-04-26","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":667,"title":"Half Staff \u2013 Honoring Walter Mondale","content":"***** UPDATE ***** \r\nIt is reported that former Vice President Walter Mondale's funeral services are being scheduled for September. While there has not been a formal communication from the White House to raise flags, United States flags at the White House and U.S. Capitol have been returned to full-staff. We would recommend following their lead and return United States flags to full-staff.\r\n***** UPDATE ***** \r\n\r\nPer the United States Flag Code below, United States Flags should be lowered to half-staff immediately honoring former Vice President Walter Mondale(1977-1981), who passed away April 18, 2021 at the age of 93.\r\n\r\n4 U.S. Code \u00a7 7 - Position and manner of display\r\n(m) The flag, when flown at half-staff, should be first hoisted to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The flag should be again raised to the peak before it is lowered for the day. On Memorial Day the flag should be displayed at half-staff until noon only, then raised to the top of the staff. By order of the President, the flag shall be flown at half-staff upon the death of principal figures of the United States Government and the Governor of a State, territory, or possession, as a mark of respect to their memory. In the event of the death of other officials or foreign dignitaries, the flag is to be displayed at half-staff according to Presidential instructions or orders, or in accordance with recognized customs or practices not inconsistent with law. In the event of the death of a present or former official of the government of any State, territory, or possession of the United States, the Governor of that State, territory, or possession may proclaim that the National flag shall be flown at half-staff. The flag shall be flown at half-staff 30 days from the death of the President or a former President; 10 days from the day of death of the Vice President, the Chief Justice or a retired Chief Justice of the United States, or the Speaker of the House of Representatives; from the day of death until interment of an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, a Secretary of an executive or military department, a former Vice President, or the Governor of a State, territory, or possession; and on the day of death and the following day for a Member of Congress. The flag shall be flown at half-staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day, unless that day is also Armed Forces Day. As used in this subsection\r\n\r\n*** flags should remain at half staff until the sunset on the day the interment. \r\nThe day of interment has not been disclosed at this time. \r\nWe will send an email when the date of interment has been established and when flags should be returned to full staff.","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-walter-mondale\/","date_start":"2021-04-21","date_end":"2021-04-24","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":"***** UPDATE ***** It is reported that former Vice President Walter Mondale's funeral services are being scheduled for September. While..."},{"id":669,"title":"Half-Staff – Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Indianpolis, Indiana","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-the-victims-of-the-tragedy-in-indianpolis-indiana\/","date_start":"2021-04-15","date_end":"2021-04-19","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":671,"title":"Half-Staff – Honoring United States Capitol Police Officers","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-united-states-capitol-police-officers\/","date_start":"2021-04-01","date_end":"2021-04-05","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":673,"title":"Half-Staff for the Victims in Atlanta","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-the-victims-in-atlanta\/","date_start":"2021-03-17","date_end":"2021-03-21","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":674,"title":"Half Staff Remembering the 500,000 Americans Lost to COVID-19","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-remembering-the-500000-americans-lost-to-covid-19\/","date_start":"2021-02-21","date_end":"2021-02-25","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":675,"title":"Half-Staff Honoring United States Capitol Police Officers","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-honoring-united-states-capitol-police-officers-2\/","date_start":"2021-01-09","date_end":"2021-01-11","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":676,"title":"Half Staff in Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day\/","date_start":"2020-12-07","date_end":"2020-12-07","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":677,"title":"Half Staff – National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-national-fallen-firefighters-memorial-service\/","date_start":"2020-10-03","date_end":"2020-10-03","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":678,"title":"Half Staff in Honor of Ruth Bader Ginsburg","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-ruth-bader-ginsburg\/","date_start":"2020-09-17","date_end":"2020-09-28","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":679,"title":"Patriot Day","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/patriot-day\/","date_start":"2020-09-11","date_end":"2020-09-11","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":689,"title":"Half Staff In Honor of John Lewis","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-in-honor-of-john-lewis\/","date_start":"2020-07-17","date_end":"2020-07-18","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":691,"title":"Half Staff From Sunrise Until Noon for Memorial Day","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-from-sunrise-until-noon-for-memorial-day-2\/","date_start":"2020-05-24","date_end":"2020-05-24","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":692,"title":"Half Staff for Covid-19 Victims","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-covid-19-victims\/","date_start":"2020-05-22","date_end":"2020-05-24","type":"Federal","state":" ","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":693,"title":"Half Staff for Covid-19 Victims","content":"","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/half-staff-for-covid-19-victims-2\/","date_start":"2020-05-14","date_end":"2020-05-14","type":"Federal","state":"--","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/us-300x171.jpg","excerpt":""},{"id":2992,"title":"Honoring Former Governor Joseph Flores","content":"\r\n\r\nIt was previously reported on this site that former Governor Joseph F. Flores of Guam had passed away on September 25, 2025. This information was incorrect.\r\n\r\nGovernor Flores, who served from 1960 to 1961 as Guam\u2019s first Chamorro governor, passed away on December 18, 1981 in Agana, Guam.\r\n\r\nWe sincerely regret the error and any confusion or distress it may have caused. The mistake originated from an automated parsing error of official government sources. We have since updated our procedures to ensure stricter verification before publishing, including additional checks of source material.\r\n\r\n","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/gu-joseph-flores\/","date_start":"1981-12-18","date_end":"1981-12-18","type":"Local","state":"GU","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gu.png","excerpt":"It was previously reported on this site that former Governor Joseph F. Flores of Guam had passed away on September..."},{"id":7156,"title":"Honoring Representative John Resman","content":"Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Monday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities effective immediately until sundown on the day of interment in honor of Kansas State Representative John Resman. He represented Kansas House District 121 since 2017.\r\n\r\n\"Representative Resman has a decorated history of serving his community, our state, and our country throughout his time in the Army, Kansas National Guard, the Johnson County Sheriff\u2019s Office, and the Kansas Legislature,\" Governor Laura Kelly said. \"My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.\r\n\r\nThis flag order will be updated when the date of interment is determined.\r\n\r\nSource: https:\/\/content.govdelivery.com\/accounts\/KSOG\/bulletins\/40c4066","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ks-john-resman\/","date_start":"2026-03-02","date_end":"","type":"Local","state":"KS","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ks-300x210.jpg","excerpt":"Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Monday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state..."},{"id":7190,"title":"Honoring Major Jeffery O\u2019Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady","content":"DES MOINES \u2014 Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff effective immediately until sunset on the final day of interment in honor and remembrance of Major Jeffery O\u2019Brien, 45, of Waukee, Iowa and Sgt. Declan Coady, 20, of West Des Moines, Iowa. Both are Army Reserve Soldiers with the 103rd Sustainment Command in Des Moines, Iowa, and were killed in action on March 1, 2026, in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.\r\n\r\n\u201cOur hearts are broken by the deaths of Major Jeffrey O\u2019Brien and Sgt. Declan Coady, two brave Iowa soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice to secure freedom and peace,\u201d said Governor Kim Reynolds. \u201cOn behalf of a grateful state, Kevin and I offer our prayers and condolences for their families, and we ask all Iowans to stand united in support of our fallen soldiers and those who loved them.\u201d\r\n\r\nFlags will be flown at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state.\r\n\r\nIndividuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties, and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.\r\n\r\nSource: Email from: State of Iowa, Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026, ID: ","permalink":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/halfstaff\/ia-major-jeffery-obrien-and-sgt-declan-coady\/","date_start":"2026-03-05","date_end":"","type":"Local","state":"IA","thumbnail":"https:\/\/halfstaff.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ia-300x205.jpg","excerpt":"DES MOINES \u2014 Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff effective immediately until sunset..."}]; var stateNames = {"AL":"Alabama","AK":"Alaska","AZ":"Arizona","AR":"Arkansas","CA":"California","CO":"Colorado","CT":"Connecticut","DE":"Delaware","DC":"District Of Columbia","FL":"Florida","GA":"Georgia","HI":"Hawaii","ID":"Idaho","IL":"Illinois","IN":"Indiana","IA":"Iowa","KS":"Kansas","KY":"Kentucky","LA":"Louisiana","ME":"Maine","MD":"Maryland","MA":"Massachusetts","MI":"Michigan","MN":"Minnesota","MS":"Mississippi","MO":"Missouri","MT":"Montana","NE":"Nebraska","NV":"Nevada","NH":"New Hampshire","NJ":"New Jersey","NM":"New Mexico","NY":"New York","NC":"North Carolina","ND":"North Dakota","OH":"Ohio","OK":"Oklahoma","OR":"Oregon","PA":"Pennsylvania","RI":"Rhode Island","SC":"South Carolina","SD":"South Dakota","TN":"Tennessee","TX":"Texas","UT":"Utah","VT":"Vermont","VA":"Virginia","WA":"Washington","WV":"West Virginia","WI":"Wisconsin","WY":"Wyoming","AS":"American Samoa","GU":"Guam","MP":"Northern Mariana Islands","PR":"Puerto Rico","VI":"U.S. Virgin Islands","UM":"U.S. Minor Outlying Islands","FM":"Federated States of Micronesia","MH":"Marshall Islands","PW":"Palau"}; var container = document.getElementById("halfstaff-current-69c1acd1958ca"); var limit = 0; var showFuture = true; function isDateInRange(currentDate, startDate, endDate) { if (!startDate) return false; var current = new Date(currentDate); var start = new Date(startDate); // Set time to start of day for accurate comparison current.setHours(0, 0, 0, 0); start.setHours(0, 0, 0, 0); // If no end date, active only if start is in the past and within last 30 days (after 30 days treated as complete) if (!endDate) { var thirtyDaysAgo = new Date(current); thirtyDaysAgo.setDate(thirtyDaysAgo.getDate() - 30); return current >= start && start >= thirtyDaysAgo; } var end = new Date(endDate); end.setHours(0, 0, 0, 0); return current >= start && current = current && start
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