Sunday, May 29, 2011

Gov. Heineman Orders Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on Memorial Day Morning

(Lincoln, Neb.) Gov. Dave Heineman has ordered that U.S. and Nebraska flags be flown at half-staff until noon on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
Gov. Heineman said, “Our flags will fly at half-staff as a tribute to the courage and dedication of those who have sacrificed for our freedom. Memorial Day is an opportunity to salute the heroes who have served our nation with honor and those who are serving today.”
On Monday, the Governor will attend Memorial Day ceremonies in Columbus and at Memorial Park in Omaha. Lt. Gov. Rick Sheehy is scheduled to take part in a service being held in Hastings.

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