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

The Governor of Georgia orders the U.S. flag and the Georgia flag flown at half-staff on all state buildings and grounds in honor and memory of Dolly Parton. The order begins at sunrise on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, and lasts for one week.

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The Governor of Georgia issued an executive order directing that the flag of the United States and the flag of the State of Georgia be flown at half-staff on all state buildings and grounds.

The order honors the memory of Dolly Parton, whom the order describes as an exceptional talent, singer, songwriter, actress, philanthropist, businesswoman, and American treasure.

The order states that the flags are to be lowered for a one-week period beginning at sunrise on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

The source limits the order to all state buildings and grounds, and it does not name any narrower county, city, or facility-only scope.

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Written and maintained by Josh Forehand

Last reviewed August 26, 2026