Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff Saturday to Honor Life of Former State Rep. Douglas Bennett

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Lansing, MI – Governor Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, August 7th to honor the life and service of former State Rep. Douglas A. Bennett. The flag honors will coincide with his celebration of life.

He served as Muskegon County Commissioner from 1999 to 2004, and as State Representative for the 92nd District from 2004 to 2010. Bennett passed away July 16th at the age of 75 years old.

Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.

Flags should be returned to full-staff on Sunday, August 8th.

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