South Carolina Flags Lowered to Half-Staff by McMaster

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has ordered all state flags to be lowered to half-staff on August 5th as a sign of respect and remembrance. The order typically honors a significant person or commemorates an important historical event. This directive affects flags across all state buildings and facilities throughout South Carolina. The specific reason for the observance reflects the state's commitment to honoring those being remembered on this date.