Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Dolly Parton
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has issued an order for all U.S. and Nevada flags to be flown at half-staff until sunset on September 1st, in remembrance of country music icon Dolly Parton, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80. This directive follows a similar proclamation by President Trump. Governor Lombardo expressed his condolences, stating that Parton was an 'American icon' whose philanthropy, generosity, and legendary music touched millions of lives. He emphasized that Nevada would honor her remarkable life and legacy by lowering its flags. The City of Las Vegas also acknowledged Parton's passing and her impact on generations of fans through a post on X.