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July 3, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Minnesota

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jul 03, 2019

July 3, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Minnesota

In honor and remembrance of Flight Nurse Debra K. Schott, Governor Tim Walz has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the …

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June 30, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Arizona

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 30, 2019

June 30, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Arizona

Governor Doug Ducey today ordered that flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff on Sunday, June 30, 2019 in honor of the 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots who gave their lives protecting their …

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June 28, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - New York

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 28, 2019

June 28, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - New York

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today ordered flags on state government buildings to be flown at half-staff starting tomorrow, June 28, in honor of a Trumansburg, New York Soldier who died as a result of inj …

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June 26, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - New Jersey

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 26, 2019

June 26, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - New Jersey

WHEREAS, former United States Navy servicemember Kevin Yali was born in Paterson and was a longtime resident of Midland Park; andWHEREAS, Kevin was a graduate of Midland Park High School, where he mad …

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June 25, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Colorado

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 25, 2019

June 25, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Colorado

Gov. Jared Polis today ordered the United States and Colorado flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, to honor former Colorad …

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June 25-29, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Maryland

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 25, 2019

June 25-29, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Maryland

This is to advise that Governor Larry Hogan ordered the United States Flag and Maryland State Flag be lowered to half-staff effective immediately and returned to full-staff at sunset on the day of int …

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June 24, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Kansas

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 24, 2019

June 24, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Kansas

Governor Laura Kelly has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff Monday, June 24, at the Kansas State Capitol complex in honor of former Congresswoman Jan Meyers, who passed away Friday. Meyers served …

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June 20-27, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Nebraska

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 20, 2019

June 20-27, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Nebraska

Today, Governor Pete Ricketts issued a statement following news that Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) Trooper Jerry Smith (#373) had been killed in a car accident this morning in Morrill County.“Susanne an …

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June 20, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - California

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 20, 2019

June 20, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - California

Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Sacramento Police Department Officer Tara O’Sullivan:“Officer O’Sullivan represented the best of what we hope to be as …

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June 19-21, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Alabama

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 19, 2019

June 19-21, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Alabama

From Governor Ivey:I am directing flags be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for Springville Firefighter Jared Echols, who died in the line of duty, during a training exercise on Monday, June 1 …

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June 14-17, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Colorado

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 14, 2019

June 14-17, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Colorado

Gov. Jared Polis today ordered flags be lowered to half-staff statewide on all public buildings immediately, until sunset on the day of the memorial service, to honor Colorado State Trooper William Mo …

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June 13-21, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Maryland

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 13, 2019

June 13-21, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Maryland

This is to advise that Governor Larry Hogan ordered the Maryland State Flag be lowered to half-staff effective immediately and returned to full-staff at sunset on the day of interment (not yet known). …

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June 12, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - New Jersey

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 12, 2019

June 12, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - New Jersey

Today, Governor Phil Murphy directed U.S. and New Jersey flags to fly at half-staff on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, to honor the life of West Point Cadet Christopher “C.J.” Morgan of West Orange, who die …

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June 8, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - California

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 08, 2019

June 8, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - California

Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of CAL FIRE Captain Stacy Hamilton:“On behalf of all Californians, Jennifer and I extend our condolences to Captain Stacy …

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June 7-10, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Delaware

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 07, 2019

June 7-10, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Delaware

Governor Carney has ordered the U.S. and Delaware flags lowered to half staff beginning the morning of Friday June 7 through Monday morning June 10 in remembrance of former State Representative Robert …

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June 1-2, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Alabama

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 01, 2019

June 1-2, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Alabama

I am directing flags be flown at half-staff on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex and in Autauga and Chilton counties to honor the life and service of state Representative Jimmy Martin. …

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June 1-8, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Virginia

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on Jun 01, 2019

June 1-8, 2019 - Half-Staff Alert - Virginia

This is to order that the flag of the Commonwealth of Virginia is to be flown at half-staff over the state Capitol and all local, state, and federal buildings and grounds to honor the victims of the a …

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May 31, 2019  - Half Staff Alert - Oregon

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 31, 2019

May 31, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Oregon

Governor Kate Brown today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff in honor of the nation's oldest Medal of Honor recipient and longtime Bend resident Robert (Bob) Max …

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May 31, 2019  - Half Staff Alert - Mississippi

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 31, 2019

May 31, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Mississippi

Mississippi and our nation have lost a true statesman in Thad Cochran. He was a legend in the United States Senate where he worked tirelessly to move his state and country forward. He was our longest …

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May 26, 2019  - Half Staff Alert - Tennessee

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 26, 2019

May 26, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Tennessee

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Veterans Services Commissioner Courtney Rogers recognize the service and sacrifice of U.S. Army Private First Class William Delaney of Kingston, who was kille …

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May 24, 2019  - Half Staff Alert - Wisconsin

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 24, 2019

May 24, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Wisconsin

WHEREAS, on January 31, 2019, Major General Raymond A. Matera passed away at the age of 94;WHEREAS, Major General Raymond A. Matera served as the Adjutant General for the State of Wisconsin from 1979 …

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May 24, 2019  - Half Staff Alert - Iowa

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 24, 2019

May 24, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Iowa

Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff until sunset on Friday, May 24, 2019 to honor a fallen U.S. sailor.Seaman First Class Wesley Jordan, of Deep River, Iowa, was killed in …

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May 23, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Arizona

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 23, 2019

May 23, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Arizona

Governor Doug Ducey today ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset tomorrow, Thursday, May 23, 2019, to honor Phoenix Firefighter Brian Beck Jr. On Sunday, …

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May 18, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Texas

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 18, 2019

May 18, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas flags in Santa Fe and at the state Capitol be lowered to half-staff on the one year anniversary of the tragic shooting that occurred at Santa Fe High School …

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May 17, 2019  - Half Staff Alert - Wyoming

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 17, 2019

May 17, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Wyoming

Governor Mark Gordon, pursuant to his authority, has ordered the Wyoming State flag be flown at half-staff in honor of former State Legislator Richard “Dick” Sadler from sunrise to sunset on Friday, M …

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May 16, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Michigan

Posted by Half Staff Alerts Staff on May 16, 2019

May 16, 2019 - Half Staff Alert - Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and on all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, May 16, 2019, to honor the service of Arm …

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