Today, Governor Kim Reynolds ordered flags at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, in honor of Patriots Day and in memory of those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks 25 years ago. Among the nearly 3,000 people who died on Sept. 11, 2001, there were eight known victims with connections to Iowa:
James Cleere, 55, Newton, Iowa
Karen Ann Kincaid, 40, Waverly, Iowa
Mari-Rae Sopper, 35, formerly of Ames, Iowa
Michael Tinley, 56, formerly of Council Bluffs, Iowa
SPC Craig Scott Amundson, 28, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Lt. Col. Gary F. Smith, 55, Council Bluffs, Iowa
Timothy Aaron Haviland, 41, formerly of Ames, Iowa
Sandra Dawn Teague, 31, formerly of Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa
"Twenty-five years ago, a targeted attack against America shook the foundation of our country and tested its resiliency," Governor Reynolds said. "Nearly 3,000 innocent lives—including at least eight Iowans—were tragically lost that day. On this solemn anniversary, we remember and honor them, and reaffirm our resolve to stand together against those who threaten our people and our ideals."
Flags will be flown at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state.
Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.
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