Summary
Flags are being lowered to half-staff in six U.S. states to honor various events and individuals. The states are recognizing community tragedies, the passing of civil rights leaders, and other significant events. Each state is lowering flags for specific reasons, reflecting a national custom of mourning and respect.
Key Facts
- Flags are at half-staff in Rhode Island, North Carolina, Nebraska, Maryland, Arizona, and Illinois.
- Rhode Island is honoring victims of a shooting at an ice rink in Pawtucket from February 18-22.
- North Carolina has lowered flags from February 19-28 to honor Reverend Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader.
- Nebraska is recognizing Mike Yanney, a business and civic leader, on February 21, the day of his interment.
- Maryland observes Civil Rights Heroes Day on February 20, lowering its flag for the day.
- Arizona has scheduled two days, February 20 and 23, to honor two Department of Public Safety crew members who died in a crash.
- Illinois has lowered flags since February 18 and will continue through February 28 to honor Jesse Jackson.
