Why are flags at half-staff? Iowa lowers flags to honor former senate president
Flags all around Iowa will be lowered to half-staff Friday to remember a former Iowa Senate president who died this week.
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Gov. Andy Beshear orders flags to half-staff on March 20
Gov. Beshear encourages all individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute.
Flags flying at half-staff today in some Florida locations. Here's why
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered flags to be flown at half-staff today in Tallahassee and Orange County in honor of Sen.
Why are flags at half-staff? Iowa flags lowered for second day in a row
For the second day in a row, flags around Iowa will be at half-staff. Today they're lowered to honor a former attorney ...
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DeSantis orders flags to half-staff Thursday for Sen. Geraldine Thompson
Customs call for flags to be shown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset, unless the flag can be illuminated overnight. What about the American flags on my house or office? Federal half-staff ...
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Flags flying at half-staff today in some Florida locations. Here's why
When is it appropriate to lower the American flag? There are certain commemorative days when it is customary to lower the flag to half-staff: Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15, unless that day ...
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Why are flags at half-staff? Iowa flags lowered for second day in a row
Half-staff describes a flag that is raised halfway, between the top and bottom of the flagpole. When the American flag is flown at half-staff, it conveys a message of respect and mourning.
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DeSantis orders flags to half-staff Thursday for Sen. Geraldine Thompson
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Thursday, March 13, 2025, in honor of the late Senator Geraldine Thompson. Thompson, a Democrat, served in the Florida ...