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…
Over 70 percent of Americans identify with a religion, yet no federal law mandates flying the flag at half-staff on Good Friday, a significant day for millions. Tennessee Representative Andy…
On May 2, 2026, the United States solemnly honored fallen firefighters through the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, continuing a longstanding tradition of flying the flag at half-staff to signify…
On June 18, 2026, WWII veteran Mary Thompson noticed the American flag flying at full staff in her Des Moines neighborhood park, despite an upcoming solemn anniversary. Her concern highlighted…
The White House has declared a nationwide period of mourning by ordering flags to be flown at half-staff, honoring those lost in recent national tragedies. This solemn gesture is observed…
