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Flags at Half-Staff

7/14/2026

Photo of flags at half-staff in front of the Robert M. Foster Justice Center

7/14/26 @ 7:00 p.m.

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham passed away at the age of 71. In honor of his service to the nation, President Donald J. Trump has issued a Presidential Proclamation ordering that the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Read the Presidential Proclamation here.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Honoring the Starts and Stripes

6/14/2026

6/14/26 @ 11:00 a.m.

Today, we celebrate the American flag and the values it represents, freedom, unity, and the enduring spirit of our nation/.

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States. Nearly 250 years later, our flag continues to serve as a powerful symbol of the sacrifices made by those who have defended our freedoms and the ideals that unite us as Americans.

Take a moment today to reflect on our nation's history and the meaning behind the red, white, and blue.

Happy Flag Day!

Flags at Half-Staff Friday

6/11/2026

6/11/26 @ 7:00 p.m.

On Friday, June 12, 2026, flags across Florida will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset in remembrance of the victims of the Pulse tragedy.

Ten years ago, on June 12, 2016, a mass shooting occurred at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando during a Latin Night event. Forty-nine innocent lives were lost and fifty-three others were injured in what remains one of the deadliest acts of violence in our nation’s history. The attack is recognized as a tragic act of terrorism and is remembered each year across the state and country. Pulse nightclub shooting

In accordance with the Governor’s directive, the flags of the United States and the State of Florida will be lowered at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout Florida.

We join communities across the state in honoring the lives lost, supporting the survivors, and remembering all those impacted by this tragedy.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half Staff on Saturday, February 14, 2026

2/13/2026

2/13/26 @ 7:00 p.m.

Flags will be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in memory of the 17 innocent lives lost at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida on February 14, 2018. To view the Majory Stoneman Douglas Remembrance Day Proclamation, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
County Manager's Office

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

12/7/2025

12/7/25 @ 6:00 a.m. -

On this day of solemn remembrance, we join our nation in honoring the lives lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. In 1994, Congress designated December 7 as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, calling on all Americans to pause and reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and resilience that define this moment in our history. In accordance with this designation, flags will be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sundown today as we pay tribute to the heroes we will never forget.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half-Staff for Patriot Day

9/10/2025

9/10/25 @ 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, September 11th, 2025, marks the 24-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93, which crashed in a field in Pennsylvania after passengers and crew bravely intervened. Nearly 3,000 innocent lives were lost that day, and countless others were forever impacted, including the first responders who rushed toward danger to save others.

By a joint resolution approved on December 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89), September 11th of each year is designated as "Patriot Day," a day of reflection and remembrance. All flags are directed to be lowered to half-staff for the entire day in honor of the victims, survivors, and heroes of that tragic morning.

As we pause to remember, may we also reflect on the resilience and unity that emerged in the aftermath of 9/11. Let us honor those who were lost by continuing to stand together as a nation, upholding the values of freedom, compassion, and community.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half-Staff

8/28/2025

8/28/25 @ 8:15 a.m. - In accordance with the Presidential Proclamation issued on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, flags will be flown at half-staff through sunset on August 31, 2025, as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragedy in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Lowering the flags serves as a symbol of national mourning and solidarity as we honor the lives lost and keep their families, friends, and community in our thoughts during this difficult time.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half-Staff Thursday

5/14/2025

5/14/25 @ 6:00 p.m. - Thursday, May 15, 2025 is Peace Officers Memorial Day. In accordance with a Presidential Proclamation, all flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Thursday as we honor of the brave officers who protect our families and safeguard our communities, as well as the courageous men and women who have died in the line of duty. To view the Presidential Proclamation, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half-Staff Sunday

5/2/2025

5/2/25 @ 8:45 a.m. - A Presidential Proclamation has been issued proclaiming May 3- May 4, 2025 as National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. This weekend, thousands with gather in Emmitsburg, Maryland to honor the lives and legacies of firefighters who died in the line of duty last year. The Memorial and a special candlelight service can be viewed live on the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation website.

In accordance with the Proclamation, all flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset in observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half-Staff

4/21/2025

4/21/25 @ 4:00 p.m.

The White House has issued a Proclamation ordering all flags to be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory of Pope Francis. Flags will remain at half-staff through sunset on the day of interment.

To view the Proclamation, please click the link below.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/honoring-the-memory-of-his-holiness-pope-francis/

-Sabrina Robertson
Communications Officer

Flags at Half-Staff

12/30/2024

12/30/24 @ 9:00 a.m.

President Biden has issued a Proclamation ordering flags to be displayed at half-staff in memory of President James Earl Carter, Jr., who passed away yesterday at 100 years old. President Carter served as a State Senator and as Georgia's 76th Governor, and was ultimately was the 39th president of the United States from January 1977-January 1981. Flags will remain at half-staff for 30 days. Additionally, President Biden has designated January 9, 2025 as National Day of Mourning throughout the United States. To view President Biden's Proclamation, please click here.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Flags at Half-Staff

9/11/2024

9/11/24 @ 9:00 a.m. - 23 years ago today, 2,977 innocent lives were lost in the worst terrorist attack on our Country. Today, we would like to express gratitude for our military, law enforcement officers, firefighters, first responders, and other emergency personnel for the selfless courage they demonstrated in the face of terror while defending our Nation's freedoms.

On December 18, 2001, Congress designated September 11 of each year as Patriot Day and on April 21, 2009, Congress requested the observance of September 11 as an annually recognized National Day of Service and Remembrance. As such, flags will be flown at half-staff until sunset tonight. September 11 will always serve as a reminder of tremendous strength, unity and resilience of our great nation.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Flags at Half-Staff Wednesday

5/14/2024

5/14/24 @ 4:55 p.m. - Please be advised that flags will be flown at half-staff from sunup to sundown on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day and in remembrance of local, state, and federal officers who have died or became disabled in the line of duty.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Flags at Half-Staff

5/3/2024

5/3/24 @ 2:45 p.m. -

Please be advised that flags will be flown at half-staff beginning at sunrise on Saturday, May 4, 2024 through sunset on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in observance of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day. This is the 43rd annual National Fallen Firefighters Day which was established to honor fallen firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting their communities.

The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend will be hosted by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation at the National Fallen Firefighters Monument in Emmitsburg, Maryland. This year’s national tribute will honor 226 firefighters who lost their lives. These 226 firefighters will be remembered for their heroic and noble actions.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer

Flags at Half-Staff

4/18/2024

4/18/24 @ 10:00 a.m.

Flags are being flown at half-staff in honor of Florida's former Governor, Bob Graham, who passed away on April 16, 2024 at the age of 87.

A memo from Governor DeSantis stated, "A graduate of the University of Florida and Harvard Law School, Governor Graham began his career in public service in 1966 when he was elected to the Florida House of Representatives. He served two terms in the Florida House, and two terms in the Florida Senate, before becoming Governor in 1978. Governor Graham served two terms as Governor before his election to the United States Senate, where he served for 18 years until retiring from public life in 2005.

As Governor, Governor Graham championed economic advancement and public education, especially teaching civics to Florida’s children, and made historic achievements in conserving Florida’s natural resources. In retirement, Governor Graham published regularly on state and national issues while founding the Bob Graham Center for Public Service at the University of Florida to train future political leaders."

Flags will be flown at half-staff beginning today through sunset on the day of internment.

-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer