You see a lowered flag and want to know why. Or you receive a notice and wonder when to raise yours again. Flags At Half Staff brings the reason, timing, coverage, and official source together so those questions are easier to answer.
Provided by Atlantic Flagpole
This service is provided by Atlantic Flagpole, the flag and flagpole business owned by Michael Carlson. It connects practical flag ownership with the information people need after a flag is installed. You do not need to buy an AFP product to use the public status pages, standard widget, or free email service when available.
The Source Matters
We use official notices to explain the instruction and link back to the issuing authority. A national answer is kept distinct from a state or local one. Where coverage is incomplete or verification fails, we say so.
A Service With Clear Limits
We are not a government agency and do not issue flag orders. Sources can be late or unavailable, and our summaries can require correction. Check the scope and timestamp on each page, and use the official instruction when there is uncertainty.
Help Us Keep It Useful
If you find a missing order, unclear wording, or a date that needs review, send the official source through our contact form. We review evidence before changing the published status.