Why Kentucky Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Dolly Parton.
When the Kentucky 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 Kentucky Half-Staff Order Applied
Facilities and locations specified in the official notice
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Not stated
- Private display
- Advisory
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
This detail page preserves one directive. It does not make an old order current, so use today’s status page for the latest operational answer.
Official Source and Evidence for This Half-Staff Order
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 25, 2026) – Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff for a period of one week beginning at 6 p.m. this evening in honor and remembrance of legendary entertainer Dolly Parton, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80. Flags should remain at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, Sept. 1. “Dolly Parton was an American icon who brought people together and spread joy,” said Gov. Beshear in a statement on social media. “In Kentucky, she shared her love of reading through her Imagination Library, sparking brighter futures for thousands of children across our commonwealth. There aren’t enough words to sum up the impact and legacy Dolly leaves behind, but it is clear that it will continue for generations to come. Britainy and I are praying for Dolly’s family and all those hurting from this enormous loss.” Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the commonwealth to join in this tribute. Flag status information is available at governor.ky.gov/flag-status [ https://governor.ky.gov/flag-status ]. Source: https://governor.ky.gov/flag-status
The linked government page remains the authoritative version.
Kentucky Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Dolly Parton order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins August 25, 2026 and ends September 1, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Kentucky 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.