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*Governor Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff for Death of Former Wyoming Legislator Boyd LaVell Eddins*

*CHEYENNE, Wyo. – June 5, 2026* – Governor Mark Gordon has ordered the Wyoming flags to be lowered to half-staff in Lincoln County and at the Wyoming Capitol from sunrise to sunset, Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Representative Eddins served as Lincoln County Commissioner from 1978 to 1982. He then served in the Wyoming State Senate for a total of fourteen years from 1982 to 1996, leaving office as he finished his last term as Senate President.

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For more information:

Amy Edmonds, Communications Director, amy.edmonds@wyo.gov

Janelle Collins, Strategic Communications Director, janelle.collins@wyo.gov

Source: https://governor.wyo.gov

Virginia Office of Governor Commonwealth of Virginia Office of Governor Abigail Spanberger Governor’s Flag Order in Memory and Respect of Deputy Logan Utt In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of Deputy Logan Utt of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, whose life of service, courage, and sacrifice exemplified the highest ideals of law enforcement and public service.

Deputy Utt faithfully served the citizens of Carroll County and the Commonwealth of Virginia with honor, integrity, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to protecting others — a calling that began with his service as a volunteer firefighter with the Cana Volunteer Fire Department and continued through his service in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, Deputy Utt joined the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, where his selfless spirit and unwavering dedication to the safety of the community earned him the respect and admiration of all who had the privilege of serving alongside him. On May 29, 2026, while responding to a welfare check in Carroll County, Deputy Utt made the ultimate sacrifice in the performance of his duties — giving his life while serving and protecting others. Deputy Utt’s actions illuminate the extraordinary courage and devotion to duty that define the law enforcement profession and demonstrated his willingness to place himself in harm’s way for the protection of his community. His sacrifice serves as a solemn reminder of the risks faced daily by law enforcement public servants who stand watch over our communities. My heart is with his wife and small children, who should know a grateful Commonwealth thanks him for his service and sacrifice. I hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Friday, June 5, 2026, and remain at half-staff until sunset.

Ordered on this, the 3rd Day of June, 2026. Sincerely, Abigail D. Spanberger, Governor Virginia Office of Governor | P.O. Box 1475 | Richmond, VA 23218 US Unsubscribe | Constant Contact Data Notice

Source: Email from: Virginia Office of the Governor on 2026-06-03T23:20:24.000Z

Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, today directed flags throughout the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, June 4, 2026, in honor of Ford County firefighter and paramedic William Cory “Liam” Price, who died in the line of duty.

“William Cory “Liam” Price’s commitment to serving Kansans as a firefighter and paramedic in communities across our state will not be forgotten,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “I extend my sincere condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues during this unimaginable time.”

Source: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KSOG/bulletins/41a12d2

This is to advise that Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff effective immediately.

This action is for Firefighter/Paramedic Demair Lloyd of the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department who passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

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In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of the victims of the 2019 shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center.

I hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Sunday, May 31, 2026, and remain at half-staff until sunset.

Ordered on this, the 28th Day of May, 2026. Sincerely, Abigail D. Spanberger, Governor Virginia Office of Governor | P.O. Box 1475 | Richmond, VA 23218 US Unsubscribe | Constant Contact Data Notice

Source: Email from: Virginia Office of the Governor on 2026-05-28T20:35:38.000Z

Flag Status Alert: United States Flag and Maryland Flag will be at Half-Staff President Donald J. Trump ordered the United States Flag to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until NOON on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026. As a matter of protocol, the Maryland flag is lowered to half-staff. No flag may fly higher than the United States flag.

Source: http://sos.maryland.gov/Pages/Services/PastFlagStatus.aspx

Please be advised that in accordance with 4 U.S.C. § 7(m), Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings beginning immediately today, Sunday, May 24, 2026, until sunset on the day of interment, in honor and remembrance of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr., who was killed in the line of duty. This order should be observed concurrent with the flag lowering order for former Congressman Barney Frank.

On Monday, May 25, 2026, in accordance with 4 U.S.C. § 7(m) and in honor of Memorial Day, the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag at all state buildings should be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until noon and be displayed at full-staff from noon until sunset.

On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag should be lowered to half-staff in honor of former United States Congressman from Massachusetts, Barney Frank, and Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr. Flags should remain at half-staff until June 8, 2026, the day of interment for Congressman Barney Frank, or the day of interment for Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr., whichever occurs later.

This gubernatorial order applies to:

1. The main or administration building of each public institution of the Commonwealth, e.g. town and city halls

2. Other state-owned or state-controlled buildings

3. All state military installations

Thank you,

Alex Powell

Director of Administration, CFO

Office of the Governor, MA

Alex.Powell@mass.gov

Source: Email from: Powell, Alex (GOV) on 2026-05-24T12:38:42.000Z

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Friday, May 22, 2026

Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Cloverdale Marshal Lowell “Adam” Hull

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Cloverdale Town Marshal Lowell “Adam” Hull, who died on May 19, 2026.

Marshal Hull proudly served in the United States Army prior to his service to Putnam County and the citizens of Cloverdale as the Town Marshal.

Governor Braun has ordered flags to be lowered in Putnam County from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 24, 2026, the day of Marshal Hull’s celebration of life.

Governor Braun encourages all Hoosiers in Putnam County to help honor Marshal Hull by lowering flags to half-staff at their homes and businesses.

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Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #295 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., May 23, 2026, as a mark of respect for the emergency medical services (EMS) professionals who have given their lives in the line of duty.

Gov. Evers proclaimed National EMS Week throughout the state of Wisconsin beginning Sun., May 17, and lasting through Sat., May 23, 2026.

“No matter the ZIP code or the emergency, Wisconsinites count on our EMS professionals to be there when we need them most, and the health and safety of our kids, families, and communities depend on their invaluable service,” said Gov. Evers. “We know this work is difficult and dangerous, and during National EMS Week, we recognize all of those who make these daily sacrifices while honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice serving their fellow Wisconsinites and neighbors.”

Executive Order #295 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Sat., May 23, 2026, and is available on Gov. Evers’ website.

An online version of this release is available here.

Source: https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/WIGOV/2026/05/21/file_attachments/3659663/EO295-EmergencyMedicalServices2026.pdf

Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 22, 2026) – Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until noon Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

“America is the home of the free because of the brave, and we have so much to give thanks for this Memorial Day as we honor the heroes who sacrificed for our freedom and our country,” said Gov. Beshear. “To honor them and their families, let us commit to a more perfect union by finding common ground and moving our country forward for everyone. God Bless America.”

Gov. Beshear encourages all individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute. Additional flag status information is available at governor.ky.gov/flag-status.

Source: https://governor.ky.gov/flag-status