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Flags across the nation have flown at half-staff since the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, 100, on Dec. 29, as part of a 30-day tribute to honor his life and legacy. Notably, there was a ...

Will flags be lowered to half-staff after Inauguration Day? The governor did not clarify in the release whether the mourning period would be extended by an additional day to compensate for the ...