Governor Beshear orders flags to half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton

Gov. Andy Beshear has directed flags at all state office buildings to be lowered to half-staff for one week in honor and remembrance of Dolly Parton. The order begins at 6 p.m. on Aug. 25, 2026, and remains in effect until sunset on Sept. 1, 2026.

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Gov. Andy Beshear directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff in honor and remembrance of Dolly Parton.

The announcement states that Dolly Parton died on Tuesday at the age of 80. The governor said she was an American icon who brought people together and that her Imagination Library helped spark brighter futures for thousands of children across Kentucky.

The order begins at 6 p.m. on Aug. 25, 2026, and flags should remain at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026.

The governor also encouraged individuals, businesses, and organizations throughout the commonwealth to join in the tribute.

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Last reviewed August 25, 2026