Why are flags at half-staff in Washington today?
Governor Ferguson orders flags to half-staff in honor of Dolly Parton
Governor Bob Ferguson directs Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities to be lowered to half-staff immediately in honor and remembrance of Dolly Parton. The flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
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Mast interpretation
Governor Bob Ferguson issued Directive 26-11 on August 25, 2026, directing the lowering of Washington State and United States flags.
The directive honors and remembers Dolly Parton.
The order applies immediately to all state agency facilities in Washington. The directive asks that all field offices and facilities around the state be notified.
Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The directive also notes that other government entities, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to join the recognition.
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