Sep 25th through sunset Sep 27th, 2025

WHEREAS, James B. Hunt Jr., the 69th Governor of North Carolina, passed away on September 23, 2025 at the age of 88; and WHEREAS, Governor Hunt served the people of North Carolina with distinction for over two decades, first as Governor from 1977 to 1985, and again from 1993 to 2001; and WHEREAS, Governor Hunt was a champion of public education, economic development, and environmental protection, leaving a lasting legacy on the state of North Carolina; and WHEREAS, it is fitting that we honor the life and service of this beloved former Governor. NOW, THEREFORE, I, [Governor Name], Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the State of North Carolina shall be lowered to half-staff from sunrise on September 25, 2025 until sunset on September 27, 2025, the day of interment, in tribute to the memory of Governor James B. Hunt Jr.

Source: https://governor.nc.gov/media/2790/open

Governor Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Former State Senator Bruce Patterson

LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, September 19, 2025, to honor and remember former state Senator Bruce Patterson who recently passed away.

“Bruce was a good friend, tough foe, and great fun. Whether he was wearing the iconic red Stormy Kromer hat while speaking at my inauguration or debating legislation on the Senate floor, Bruce always put Michigan first,” said Governor Whitmer. “He never wavered in his commitment to making Wayne County and our entire state the best place to live, raise a family, or build a business. At a time when things feel so heavy in our politics, the world could learn from Bruce about how to see humanity in each other, regardless of which side of the aisle we stand on. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and those who worked with and served alongside him.”

Former state Senator Patterson attended Wayne State University, earning a bachelor’s degree and juris doctor. Patterson began his career with private law practice, practicing for many years and serving as president and partner of McCabe, Middleton & Patterson, P.C. His career in community service began when he served as Director of Planned Giving at Eastern Michigan University, where he led planned-giving efforts to strengthen the university’s philanthropic programs.

Patterson began in public service at the local level, serving as a Wayne County Commissioner before being elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 1999. In 2002 he was elected to the Michigan State Senate representing the 7th District, where he served two terms from 2003 to 2010. During his time in the legislature, he advocated for consumer protections, environmental stewardship, and government transparency.

The State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor, and service of former state Senator Bruce Patterson by lowering flags to half-staff within the State Capitol Complex. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments, and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.

To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.

Flags should be returned to full staff within the State Capitol Complex on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Source: https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2025/09/18/whitmer-lowers-flags-to-honor-former-state-senator-bruce-patterson

Display of the POW/MIA Flag in Virginia

It is the sense of the General Assembly that members of the armed forces of the United States who are or were prisoners of war or reported missing in action should be honored and remembered for their service and sacrifice. In observance of that service and sacrifice, all agencies and institutions of the Commonwealth shall display the POW/MIA flag on public buildings on the following days each year:

• Armed Forces Day — the third Saturday in May.
• Memorial Day — the last Monday in May.
• Flag Day — June 14.
• Independence Day — July 4.
• National POW/MIA Recognition Day — the third Friday in September.
• Veterans Day — November 11.

2001, c. 835, § 2.1-27.3:1.

Source: https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title2.2/chapter33/section2.2-3310.1/

Governor Healey Orders Flags Lowered for National POW/MIA Recognition Day

Please be advised that 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 from sunrise until sunset on Friday, September 19, 2025, in observance of National POW/MIA Recognition Day and in honor of United States service members who are prisoners of war or missing in action.

Source: https://www.amherstma.gov/1729/Flags-in-Amherst

Governor Shapiro Orders Flags Half-Staff for Fallen York County Officers

Updated September 24, 2025

On Wednesday, September 17, in accordance with the United States Flag Code, Governor Josh Shapiro ordered all Commonwealth and United States flags on Commonwealth facilities, public buildings, and grounds across Pennsylvania to remain at half-staff in honor of Detective Sergeant Cody Becker, Detective Mark Baker, and Detective Isaiah Emenheiser — the three Northern York County Regional Police Department officers who were killed in the line of duty during the tragic shooting in North Codorus Township, York County.

Flags shall remain lowered to half-staff until sunset on the date of interment, Thursday, September 25, 2025.

All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate in this tribute.

Source: https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2025-press-releases/gov-shapiro-orders-flags-half-staff-honor-fallen-officers-york-c

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell

Post Date:09/19/2025

TOPEKA – Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor Magistrate Judge and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Erich Campbell.

“From his time in the Army to his time on the bench, Judge Campbell demonstrated a commitment to public service,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “We owe him a debt of gratitude for his leadership on behalf of Kansans and our country. My condolences go out to his loved ones during this difficult time.”

Judge Campbell passed away on September 18, 2025, and flags will remain half-staff until he is interred on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

To receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, visit https://www.governor.ks.gov/newsroom/kansas-flag-honors.

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Source: https://www.governor.ks.gov/Home/Components/News/News/780/55

Governor Hobbs Honors Fallen Firefighters

Governor Katie Hobbs ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor of two firefighters who tragically lost their lives on-duty in a vehicle crash late Sunday evening. Flags should be lowered on Wednesday, Sept. 17, in honor of Brenna Kulikowski and Thursday, Sept. 18, in honor of Damon Thompson.

Governor Hobbs issued the following statement:
“I’m devastated by the tragic loss of Timber Mesa Fire and Medical District firefighters Brenna Kulikowski and Damon Thompson in the line of duty this week. We deeply appreciate their brave and selfless service to Arizonans. We mourn along with the community, and we will never forget their legacies and sacrifice.”

Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in these tributes.
Flag(s) Lowered: Arizona & American Flag
Notice Type: Other
Dates: 09/17/2025 to 09/18/2025
Source: https://az.gov/half-staff/other/gov-hobbs-orders-flags-half-staff-firefighters-killed-near-show-low

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Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025

Gov. Mike Braun Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Remembrance of Former Indiana Lawmaker

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun has declared a period of mourning in parts of northwest Indiana to honor the life and service of Nancy Dembowski, a former Indiana lawmaker who died Monday, Sept. 15, at the age of 91.

Dembowski had a long career in public service, serving as Mayor of Knox for 10 years before becoming a state senator for the 5th District from 2002-2004 and a state representative for the 17th District from 2006-2012.

As part of this observance, the Governor has directed that flags be flown at half-staff in Starke County, where Dembowski resided, and in the 5th Senate District, which includes Porter, Jasper, Pulaski and White counties, effective immediately through sunset on Saturday, Sept. 20.

Governor Braun encourages residents, businesses and organizations in Starke County and across the 5th Senate District to join in lowering their flags in Dembowski’s honor.

https://events.in.gov/event/gov-mike-braun-orders-flags-at-half-staff-in-remembrance-of-former-indiana-lawmaker?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=State+of+Indiana

Consistent with protocol, Governor Mike Braun has declared a period of mourning in Dubois County to honor the life and service of Lucas Gehlhausen, a volunteer firefighter with the Celestine Volunteer Fire Department who died in the line of duty on Sunday, Sept. 7.

As part of this observance, the Governor has directed that flags be flown at half-staff in Dubois County, at the Indiana Statehouse and at the Indiana Law Enforcement and Firefighters Memorial, effective immediately through sunset on Friday, Sept. 19.

“Firefighter Gehlhausen was a Jasper native, farmer and 17-year member of the Celestine Volunteer Fire Department who lived a life defined by courage and care for others,” said Governor Braun. “My deepest condolences are with his family and fellow firefighters as they mourn this tremendous loss.”

Governor Braun encourages residents, businesses and organizations across Dubois County to join in lowering their flags in honor of Firefighter Gehlhausen.

Source: https://events.in.gov/event/gov-mike-braun-orders-period-of-mourning-and-flags-at-half-staff-in-honor-of-fallen-dubois-county-firefighter?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=State+of+Indiana