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Governor Meyer Orders the Lowering of Flags in Concurrence with White House
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In Short: Governor Matt Meyer has ordered both the American and Delaware flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings and facilities for a week, following the White House's directive.
In accordance with President Trump’s order, Governor Matt Meyer has directed that both the American and Delaware flags be flown at half-staff at all state buildings and facilities in Delaware. This action is a mark of respect for the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, effective from August 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., for a period of one week.
The order follows a similar directive from the White House, which has also flown the U.S. flag at half-staff in honor of the renowned country music icon.
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Delaware is a state in the Mid-Atlantic and South Atlantic regions of the United States. It borders Maryland to its south and west, Pennsylvania to its north, New Jersey to its northeast, and the Atlantic Ocean to its east.
The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., it has served as the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800 when the national capital was moved from Philadelphia.
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- Flag Status | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 WILMINGTON, Del.
- — In accordance with President Trump’s order and as a mark of respect for the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, Governor Matt Meyer has ordered that both the American and Delaware flags be flown at half-staff at all…