State Capitols Mark Wave of August Flag Tributes as Governors Honor Public Servants
In August, governors nationwide honored public servants through flag ceremonies, reflecting John F. Kennedy’s view of public service as a courageous, dedicated commitment to the common good. These events recognized…
Trump Orders Half-Staff Tribute After Death of Sen. Lindsey Graham
Former President Donald Trump honored the late Senator Lindsey Graham as a "true patriot and steadfast friend" in a statement following Graham’s passing. In tribute, the White House issued a…
Trump’s Flag-Day Proclamation Sparks Renewed Debate Over Patriotism and Public Flag Displays
President Trump’s 2026 Flag Day proclamation, issued on June 12, designates June 14 as Flag Day and the following week as National Flag Week, urging Americans to honor the flag.…
Connecticut Orders U.S. Flags to Half-Staff After Death of Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman
Former Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, a dedicated and prominent Connecticut public servant, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2026. In response, Governor Ned Lamont ordered U.S. and Connecticut state flags…
Minnesota Flags Lowered Statewide in Remembrance of Leslie R. Washington
On August 13, 2026, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz ordered U.S. and Minnesota flags to be flown at half-staff statewide to honor Leslie R. Washington’s legacy. This official observance marked a…
Betsy Ross flag demand spikes as America’s 250th anniversary drives historic flag sales
Sales of Betsy Ross flags have surged by 450% in early 2024, driven by the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence. This spike highlights a revived public interest in Revolutionary-era…
State flag notices surge as governors across the U.S. issue August half-staff proclamations
In August 2026, over 30 U.S. governors issued proclamations to fly state flags at half-staff, marking one of the highest recent concentrations of such honors. This widespread gesture reflects collective…
Connecticut Lowers U.S. Flags to Honor Former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman’s Passing
Former Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, known for her decades-long dedication to public service, passed away earlier this week. Governor Ned Lamont honored her legacy by ordering U.S. and state…
Flag Code Guidance Drives New State Actions on Memorial and Mourning Tributes
Recent updates to flag code guidance have led several states to revise their mourning and memorial protocols, aiming to honor collective grief while respecting national symbols. These legislative and administrative…
U.S. Flag Orders Spread Nationwide as Governors Announce New Half-Staff Observances
Since the early 19th century, flying the U.S. flag at half-staff has symbolized national mourning and respect, originating during the War of 1812. This tradition honors fallen leaders and tragic…