why are flags at half mast in myrtle beach today?
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Myrtle Beach City Government Flags at city buildings and facilities are flying at half-staff today through Thursday in honor of the victims of the terrorist attacks in Paris, France. ... At last report, Friday's terrorism bombings and assaults in France had killed 129 people and wounded more than 350 others.
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May 15 is National Peace Officers Memorial Day. TAMPA, Fla. — Flags will fly at half-staff today in Florida. It's a silent salute to the federal, state and local peace officers who have been killed or disabled in the line of duty.
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By order of the President of the United States, the United States flag at all State and government offices will be flown at half-staff, from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, July 23, 2019, as a mark of respect for the memory of John Paul Stevens, retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.
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Flags are flying at full staff today. Pursuant to authority outlined in the U.S. Code Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 7, the Governor of a State is authorized to proclaim that the National Flag be flown at half-staff.
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Eric Holcomb has ordered flags in Indiana to fly at half staff Sunday to honor COVID-19 victims and Monday to commemorate Memorial Day. Gov. ... According to the U.S. Veterans Administration, the flag is raised to its full height from noon until sunset on Memorial Day to honor America's battle heroes.
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Governor Doug Ducey ordered flags at all state buildings lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Wednesday, July 8, 2020, to honor helicopter pilot Bryan Boatman. ... “As a helicopter pilot, Bryan Boatman was carrying out a service to the people of Arizona alongside the men and women fighting the Polles Fire.
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City of Sarasota, Government Rick Scott directed that flags be flown at half staff today in honor and memory of former State Representative Edward J. "Ted" Ewing. He was a member of the Florida House of Representatives from 1976-1982 and also was a U.S. Army veteran.
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The flag is at half staff today and through Thursday until sunset. ... Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Thursday, August 8, 2019. Tuesday, July 23. The flag is at half mast today in memory of Retired Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, John Paul Stevens.
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Apr 30, 2020 1:35 pm ET Larry Hogan (R) has ordered state flags be lowered to half-staff at noon. "Today, our state marks a solemn milestone — more than 1,000 Marylanders have lost their lives to COVID-19," Hogan said. "I have ordered flags lowered to half-staff to commemorate their lives and to honor their memories.
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Governor Roy Cooper today ordered all North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, June 6, 2020 in honor of Mr. George Floyd, a native North …
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(WKRG) — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has issued an order for flags to be flown at half-staff Monday, June 8 as a mark of respect for fallen Moody Police Sgt. Stephen Williams. ... Today, family and friends from across Alabama will gather in Moody to remember the life and legacy of Lt.
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The outpouring of support is a little bit overwhelming." To honor Officer Judd's life and service, the governor has ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff Thursday. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
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In honor of National Peace Officer's Memorial Day, Governor Janet Mills has directed that all United States and State of Maine flags be flown at half-staff today until sunset. "Maine women and men in uniform defend our right to peace and safety every day, and many have given their lives in pursuit of that noble cause.
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DeSantis says the flags are being flown at half-staff to honor the victims of the deadly mass shooting at NAS Pensacola. This includes all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds in Florida. ... We are praying hard for the victims and families impacted by today's shooting at NAS Pensacola.
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Governor Roy Cooper has ordered all North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff beginning today, Monday, June 1, 2020 through sunset for a Day of Mourning to honor those who passed away from the novel coronavirus.
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LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson ordered the Arkansas and U.S. flags lowered to half-staff on Wednesday in memory of Hot Springs Police Officer Brent William Scrimshire who was shot and killed in the line of duty on Tuesday. ... Tuesday evening, Officer Scrimshire gave his life in service of others.
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This day honors Fallen Heroes who have lost their lives in service to our State during the last year. This is to advise that Governor Larry Hogan has ordered the Maryland State Flag lowered to half-staff at noon, today, Thursday, April 30, 2020 in remembrance of the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic.