Governor Tim Walz orders flags to half-staff for Dolly Parton

Governor Tim Walz ordered all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota in honor and remembrance of Dolly Parton. The order begins immediately and continues until sunrise on September 1, 2026.

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Governor Tim Walz issued a proclamation ordering all United States and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in the State of Minnesota.

The order is in honor and remembrance of Dolly Parton, who the proclamation says passed away on August 25, 2026.

The proclamation states that the flags are to be lowered immediately and remain at half-staff until sunrise on September 1, 2026.

The source also encourages individuals, businesses, and other organizations to join in lowering their flags to honor Dolly Parton’s life and legacy.

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Last reviewed August 26, 2026