News Releases for May 2007
May 14, 2007
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Hoeven Directs Flags At Half-Staff May 16 In Observance Of Peace Officers Memorial Day
BISMARCK, N.D. - Gov. John Hoeven has directed all U.S. and North Dakota flags be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Wednesday, May 16 in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day. The directive follows the Governor's proclamation declaring May 16, Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 13-19, Law Enforcement Week in the state of North Dakota.
“Peace Officers Memorial Day is a day to honor the memory of those heroes who have fallen in the line of duty, and to recognize all those who put themselves at risk every day in the fight against crime, violence and terrorism,” Hoeven said.
A memorial service honoring North Dakota's fallen peace officers will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 16 on the state Capitol grounds.
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