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Flags are at half-staff today.
Following the news of former President Jimmy Carter's passing, Governor Hobbs released the following statement:
"President Jimmy Carter lived an exemplary life of service, positively impacting nearly every corner of the planet.
“Throughout his career as Governor of Georgia, President of the United States, and later founder of The Carter Center, President Carter was a steadfast advocate for peace and prosperity across the globe. He fought against segregation, promoted democracy, and helped eradicate two diseases.
“Above all, he was a loving husband to First Lady Rosalynn Carter. Their seventy-seven-year marriage is the epitome of partnership. Motivated by empathy and faith, they overcame every imaginable obstacle to build a better tomorrow. They will be missed but never forgotten.
“On behalf of the State of Arizona, we send our love to the Carter Family and the millions worldwide whose lives are better because of President Carter's legacy.”
Pursuant to a national order, U.S. and Arizona flags should fly at half-staff through sunset on Jan. 28, 2025 in honor of President Carter.
In coordination with the Presidential Proclamation, Governor Doug Ducey has ordered flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff effective immediately, until sunset Monday, February 19, 2018 to honor the victims of the senseless tragedy in Parkland, Florida.
Governor Ducey released the following statement: "Flags at all state buildings will be lowered to half-staff until sunset, Monday, February 19 in honor and remembrance of the victims of the Parkland shooting. Our prayers are with them and everyone impacted."
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement02/14/2018 to 02/18/2018
Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff immediately until sunset today, Wednesday, February 7, 2018 to honor the life of 1st Sgt. Nicholas S. Amsberry of Mesa, Arizona, who died Monday in Germany. 1st Sgt. Amsberry was deployed to the Joint Multinational Readiness Center in support of operation Atlantic Resolve.
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement02/06/2018
Governor Ducey has ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, January 27th for the interment of Army Specialist Robert W. Jones of Vail, Arizona who died while on assignment in Kosovo.
Individuals and businesses are encouraged to participate in this tribute.
- Holiday01/26/2018
Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Wednesday, January 10, 2018 to honor the life of Specialist Robert W. Jones, of Vail, Arizona, who died Saturday while on assignment in Kosovo. Specialist Jones was a member of the 18th Military Police Brigade, of the United States Army, based in Germany.
Flags will also be flown at half-staff on the day of his interment which will be communicated as soon as possible.
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Other01/09/2018
Governor Ducey has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, December 21, 2017, for the interment of fallen El Mirage Police Officer Paul Lazinsky.
Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Interment12/20/2017