Governor orders flags to half-staff on Memorial Day

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Governor Andy Beshear ordered flags to be flown at half-staff at all state buildings on Memorial Day.

According to a release, the order will be active from sunrise until noon in observance of the holiday.

“America is the home of the free because of the brave, and we have so much to give thanks for this Memorial Day as we honor the heroes who sacrificed for our freedom and our country,” said Gov. Beshear. “To honor them and their families, let us commit to a more perfect union by finding common ground and moving our country forward for everyone. God Bless America.”

All Kentucky residents are encouraged to participate in the remembrance.