Tag: flag_lowering
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Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered for Former State Sen. Robert Geake
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered flags to half-staff on June 23, 2026, honoring former State Senator Robert Geake. Geake, a distinguished public servant and advocate for children, served in both legislative chambers and co-authored the Children's Ombudsman legislation.
Politics and GovernmentEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial IssuesLegal Robert GeakeGretchen WhitmerMichiganFlag LoweringPublic ServiceChildren's OmbudsmanOffice of Michigan Governor
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Governor Reynolds Orders Flags Lowered for Late Senator Julian Garrett
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags to half-staff on June 20, 2026, for the funeral of Senator Julian Garrett. Garrett served 16 years in the Iowa Legislature and was remembered by Reynolds for his integrity and service.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsLegal Julian GarrettKim ReynoldsIowaFlag loweringState LegislatureFuneralGovernmentIowa Governors Office
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Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered for Identified WWII MIA Soldier
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered flags to half-staff on June 13 for Army Cpl. George F. Sepsey, a WWII soldier killed in Papua New Guinea whose remains were recently identified, bringing closure to his family.
Politics and GovernmentConflictState GovernmentsMilitaryGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues MichiganGretchen WhitmerGeorge F. SepseyWorld War IIMIA SoldierFlag LoweringOffice of Michigan Governor
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Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Former U.S. Rep. Joe Schwarz
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered flags to half-staff on June 6, 2026, to honor former U.S. Representative Joe Schwarz, a respected physician, professor, and public servant known for his bipartisan efforts.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEducationGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentMedical Science Joe SchwarzGretchen WhitmerMichiganFlag LoweringPublic ServiceHigher EducationBattle CreekOffice of Michigan Governor
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Ohio Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Jeff Armbruster
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on June 7, 2026, across Lorain County and at key state buildings, honoring the life and service of former State Senator and County Administrator Jeff Armbruster.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState Governments Jeff ArmbrusterMike DeWineOhioLorain CountyFlag LoweringGovernmentPublic ServiceOhio Governors Office
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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Memorial Day
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has mandated that U.S. and state flags be flown at half-staff on all public buildings and grounds across Ohio from 12:01 a.m. until noon on May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Mike DeWineOhioMemorial DayFlag loweringPublic buildingsColumbusGovernmentOhio Governors Office
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Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered for Memorial Day
Governor Whitmer has ordered flags across Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on May 25 for Memorial Day, honoring fallen service members. State officials encourage public participation in remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsMilitarySocial Issues MichiganGovernor Gretchen WhitmerMemorial DayFlag LoweringFallen Service MembersMilitary VeteransPublic BuildingsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Maine Flags to be Lowered for Gerald Talbot and Game Warden Joshua Tibbetts Funerals
Maine Governor Janet Mills has ordered flags lowered statewide on May 21, 2026, for the funerals of Gerald Talbot, Maine's first Black legislator, and Game Warden Joshua Tibbetts. The tribute honors their significant public service and contributions to the state.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial Issues Gerald TalbotJoshua TibbettsJanet MillsMaineFlag LoweringFuneral ServicesGovernmentOffice Of Maine Governor
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Governor DeWine Orders Flags Lowered for Peace Officer Memorial Day
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered U.S. and state flags to half-staff on May 15, 2026, across all public buildings and grounds. This action honors Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week, recognizing the service and sacrifice of law enforcement…
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Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered for Peace Officers Memorial Day
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered flags across Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on May 15, 2026, for Peace Officers Memorial Day. This honors officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, falling within National Police Week.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues Gretchen WhitmerMichiganPeace Officers Memorial DayNational Police WeekFlag loweringPublic SafetyOffice of Michigan Governor
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Connecticut Flags to Half-Staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has ordered flags lowered to half-staff on May 15, 2026, for Peace Officers Memorial Day, honoring fallen law enforcement officers. The directive applies statewide, with encouragement for private entities to join the tribute.
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