Why Arkansas Flags Were Lowered
As a mark of respect for Fireman Third Class Royle Bradford Luker’s service, sacrifice, and devotion.
When the Arkansas Half-Staff Order Began and Ended
Use the exact end boundary above. A flag may return to full-staff at sunset, noon, a stated clock time, or another named event. If the end is not confirmed, open the source before acting.
Where the Arkansas Half-Staff Order Applied
Facilities and locations specified in the official notice
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Affected
- Private display
- Not stated
What This Half-Staff Order Means for Flag Owners
Follow the Locations Named in This Order
An order can cover federal property, all state facilities, one building, or another named place. Do not expand a limited order beyond the stored scope.
Return Flags to Full-Staff at the Stated Time
Use the end date and boundary above. Before raising the flag, confirm that a newer federal or state half-staff order has not taken effect.
Check for a Newer Half-Staff Order
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Official Source and Evidence for This Half-Staff Order
to be cherished by his surviving family, including his nephew John Luker and niece Becky Liensing, who remember him with deep pride and honor; andWHEREAS: Fireman Third Class Luker will be laid to rest with full military honors on May 30th, 2026, at New Bethel Cemetery near Plainview, Arkansas, beside his parents, George F. and Nettie Estelle Luker. NOW, THEREFORE, I, SARAH HUCKABEE SANDERS, Governor of the State of Arkansas, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the laws of the State of Arkansas, do hereby proclaim May 30th, 2026, as a day of remembrance for Fireman Third Class Royle Bradford Luker, inviting all Arkansans to honor his legacy and reflect upon the cost of freedom he so bravely bore. I further order that the United States flag and the state flag of Arkansas be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on May 30th, 2026, as a mark of respect for Fireman Third Class Royle Bradford Luker’s service, sacrifice, and devotion. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Arkansas to be affixed this 29th day of May, in the year of our Lord 2026. ###
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Arkansas Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Death of Fireman Third Class Luker order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins May 30, 2026 and ends May 30, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Arkansas half-staff order apply to homes and businesses?
Only if the notice says so. Government orders usually direct named public facilities and may separately invite private citizens, businesses, and organizations to participate. Check “Private display” in the scope above and read the source when it is not stated.
Which flags and locations did this order cover?
Use the scope cards above. They separate the facility type, geographic area, U.S. flag, state flag, and private-display guidance retained from the notice.
Where can I verify this half-staff order?
Use the official-source link on this page. The government notice remains authoritative if it differs from this normalized record.