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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.
Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to noon on Monday, May 27, 2013 in honor of all the men and women who have died while serving in the U.S. military. Individuals, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Holiday05/26/2013 to 05/27/2013
Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset Saturday, June 15, 2013, in honor of U.S. Army 2LT Justin L. Sisson. Governor Brewer previously ordered the flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Wednesday, June 5, 2013 in honor of U.S. Army 2LT Justin L. Sisson who died on June 3, 2013 in Tsamkani, Afghanistan. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement06/14/2013 to 06/15/2013
Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise on July 1, 2013 until sunset on July 19, 2013, in honor of the 19 firefighters killed Sunday while battling the Yarnell Fire near Prescott, Arizona.
- Announcement06/30/2013 to 07/19/2013
Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset Monday, August 5, 2013, in honor of U.S. Army First Lieutenant Jonam Russell. Governor Brewer previously ordered the flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Thursday, July 25, 2013 in honor of First Lieutenant Russell who died on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 in Wardak Province, Afghanistan. He was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom when an improvised explosive device detonated near his dismounted patrol. He was assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, and was based at Fort Stewart, Georgia. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Announcement08/04/2013 to 08/05/2013
Governor Brewer has ordered that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 in honor and remembrance of the victims of September 11, 2001, and their families as well as all the men and women of Arizona who have bravely served and continue to serve our Nation in the fight against terrorism. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to join in this tribute.
- Holiday09/10/2013 to 09/11/2013