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VILLAGE OF SIMPSON: Flags at state facilities to be Lowered to Half-staff Beginning Immediately Through Sunset May 28, 2022

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Village of Simpson issued the following announcement on May 27.

Governor Roy Cooper ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff beginning immediately through sunset May 28, 2022 to honor the victims of the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas where a senseless act of violence was perpetrated on May 24 at Robb Elementary School. 

Statement from Governor Roy Cooper:

"What a devastating and unspeakable tragedy at a Texas Elementary School where at least 19 students and 2 teachers were killed by a shooter. Our hearts are heavy for their loved ones and the community."

Original source can be found here.       

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