Why Colorado Flags Were Lowered
In honor of Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington.
When the Colorado 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 Colorado Half-Staff Order Applied
Facilities and locations specified in the official notice
- Facilities
- State
- U.S. flag
- Affected
- State flag
- Not stated
- 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
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
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 19, 2026 Eric Maruyama | [email protected] | (720) 916-2128 Governor Polis Orders Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Honor of Staff Sergeant Benjamin Pennington DENVER - Today, Governor Polis ordered flags to fly at half-staff across the state from sunrise Friday, March 20, 2026 until sunset Saturday March 21, 2026 , in honor of Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington who was killed during Operation Epic Fury. Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington was assigned to the 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade in Fort Carson, Colorado. On Friday March 20th, Sergeant Pennington will be honored with a public procession in Fort Knox, Kentucky, and his memorial service is being held on Saturday March 21st. “Colorado joins Staff Sergeant Pennington’s friends, family, and loved ones in honoring his life and service. We owe our freedom to those who bravely serve our nation in uniform, and today I mourn Staff Sergeant Pennington’s death, and express my profound thanks for his service,” said Colorado Governor Jared Polis. Governor Polis announced flags would be lowered when he heard news of Staff Sgt. Pennington’s death to honor his service and bravery. March 8, 2026 DENVER - Today Governor Polis ordered flags to half staff in honor of Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington who died on March 8, 2026 during Operation Epic Fury. Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington was assigned to the 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade in Fort Carson, Colorado. Flags are ordered to fly at half staff on the day of Sergeant Pennington’s memorial, which has not yet been announced. “Our hearts are with the family and friends of Sergeant Pennington. The brave members of our military and armed services who put on the uniform in service to our state and country, are our neighbors, friends, and community members. Colorado honors Sergeant Pennington’s service and bravery,” said Governor Polis.
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Colorado Half-Staff Order Questions
Is the Honoring Sergeant Benjamin N. Pennington order still active?
This record is marked ended. Its stored effective period begins March 20, 2026 and ends March 21, 2026. Check the current status page before changing a flag.
Does this Colorado 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.