U.S. Flags Ordered to Fly at Half-Staff in Every State: Here's Why

Across the United States, flags will be flown at half-staff on May 25 as the national celebrates Memorial Day and honors the ...

Why US flags are flying at half-staff in every state today

While some local directives are tied to individual losses, nationwide observances carry broader significance.
Tallahassee Democrat

Flags fly at half-staff on 5 days every year, and on these occasions

There are five designated days when the U.S. flag is flown at half-staff throughout the United States. The president and Florida's governor also can order flags to be flown at half-staff.