Carten honored at town hall on Veterans Day Nov 18, 2009
According to the rules flag etiquette, if a flag is not taken down at night, it must be lit. Family members in attendance at the ceremony included Carten s nephew. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Honoring by flame our nation's banner Nov 17, 2009
He took his time with them, throwing in a few jokes and giving them riddles as he taught them flag etiquette. Which flag has never had to come down in the 41 years that it s been displayed, he asked a group of young scouts and parents who gathered around his table. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Veterans Day a celebration of all who have served, are serving our country Nov 12, 2009
Veteran s Service Officer Ron Verhaagen demonstrated flag folding at Twin Town Villa at 2 p.m. Richland County also held a ceremony at its courthouse in Wahpeton at 11 a.m. Breckenridge Elementary-Middle School held a ceremony at 11 a.m. featuring some musical selections and Breckenridge Boy Scouts demonstrated flag etiquette and protocol. Circle of Nations School students sang at the Leach Home and St. Catherine's Living Center in Wahpeton. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Board hears consultant options Nov 11, 2009
The Elementary-Middle School will hold a Veteran's Day Program Wednesday at 11 a.m. It will include the Breckenridge Boy Scouts demonstrating flag etiquette and protocols, a few musical numbers, and they are working to get a veteran to speak. All veterans are very, very proud of their service and wanted to pass it to the next generation, said social studies teacher Paul Whitney. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Soldiers join JCHS students in homecoming parade Oct 5, 2009
Sgt. 1st Class Dan Thompson (right) discusses flag etiquette with Pvt. Miles Williams before the Jefferson City High School homecoming parade. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Somerville Kiwanis Club donates $10K to library childrens room Sep 30, 2009
This patriotic celebration tied in with the recent flag appreciation program brought to each public elementary school in Somerville educating students on the history of the flag, flag etiquette and the honor guard. With the support of the friends and trustees of the library, an honorary committee and many community members, and especially through the sponsorships by the Winter Hill Bank, Brazilian Transfers Inc., Superior Promotions and Walnut Hill Realty, the fundraising effort was deemed a... (Somerville Journal, MA)
We hope you liked the flags! Sep 22, 2009
Flag etiquette was maintained since the street lights of the park and highway kept them lit at night. The flags each have a plaque honoring people who are special to the hearts of our subscribers. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
A note on flag etiquette Sep 6, 2009
Articles receiving the most comments in the past 72 hours. Do you get along with your. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Fly U.S. flag daily, not just on special days Sep 4, 2009
Search "flag etiquette.". Libby "Larkin" Booker. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Letter: Flag etiquette means appropriate lighting Aug 14, 2009
Proper flag etiquette, states, the flag should be lighted at all times, either by sunlight or an appropriate light source. It especially looks bad when all the lights are off in the stadium during the fireworks display and the flag is flying bravely, in the wind above the wall in the relative darkness. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Vets' Corner: Advocates march in parade Aug 8, 2009
Boy Scout Troop 361 members Ty Higley, Jeremy Ross and Josh Reed educated the crowd by presenting and retiring the colors, folding the flag and explaining the meaning of the folds and in general talking about flag etiquette. What a great job they did. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Flag etiquette Jul 16, 2009
Published: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 9:14 AM CDT Dear Editor. Since Sept. 11, 2001, a lot of people seem to want to display the U.S. flag. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Off the Record Jul 9, 2009
Speaking of flags, I'm sure someone was, I wish patriotic Americans who do not understand flag etiquette would learn to display the flag properly. While I believe the flag stands for the right to burn it, I think it should be treated with respect, not allowed to touch the ground, never flown at night without a light shining on it, folded properly all that stuff that brings a tear to the eye of reciters of patriotic poetry and vexillogists. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Is this an appropriate use of our national symbol? Jul 3, 2009
Well, I think you could say this is against flag etiquette at best; desecration at worst. But ain t the lovely Sarah cute. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Letter to the Editor: A gentle reminder Jun 16, 2009
I thought it an appropriate time to remind my fellow Otsego County residents of the appropriate flag etiquette and customs. After attending our local Memorial Day services on the lawn of the courthouse, I thought this information would sere as a useful reminder as we head toward Michigan s premier Alpenfest Parade. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
FLYING PROUDLY: Interpretive Center boasts one of the largest flags in Siouxland Jun 16, 2009
"It can't be taken down in any winds over seven to eight miles per hour. We also can't drop it on the ground (a violation of flag etiquette). You've got to be cautious in how you remove it.". One gust not long ago almost swept McCormick off his feet as he changed the flag. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Butler Acres teachers are the best Jun 4, 2009
An egregious breach of flag etiquette is occurring throughout our country every day. The flag represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Surfing the Net With Kids: Flag Day May 29, 2009
Apples 4 the Teacher: Flag Day Activities for Kids Along with a short history of the holiday, Apples 4 Teachers Flag Day Activities include interactive flag coloring, printable patriotic poems, printable short stories, and articles about flag etiquette and how to recite the Pledge of Allegiance ... Learn2 Fold an American Flag "Flag-folding does take some practice, but the task isn't exactly rocket science. As long as you've got an awareness of flag etiquette (a few simple rules) and a friend to... (Boston Globe)
For veterans, flag flies for freedom, sacrifice May 24, 2009
Federal law stipulates many aspects of flag etiquette. The section of law dealing with American Flag etiquette is generally referred to as the Flag Code ... Some general guidelines from the Flag Code answer many of most common questions about flag etiquette. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Veterans can now legally salute the flag Mar 22, 2009
They reasoned that salutes by veterans in non-military dress "causes confusion leading to breaches of flag etiquette with regard to proper conduct during the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.". In responding to numerous phone calls and e-mails on the issue, the Legion's Americanism Commission offers this advice: "The law does allow veterans to render the right hand salute, but does not mandate it. If you feel uncomfortable in any situation where the flag is being raised, lowered or is... (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Danvers Girl Scout leader honored Mar 18, 2009
She has organized countless flag ceremonies, always mindful to teach the girls proper flag etiquette. She is careful to represent all of girl scouting in these ceremonies including all ages and levels, and being ever mindful of our ethnic diversity. (Danvers Herald, MA)
LETTERS: NCT, March 9, 2009 Mar 9, 2009
") detracts from the points they're attempting to make. The North County Times does a wonderful job of providing a space for readers to comment on the news articles and other letters to editor and we should not use it for such pettiness as name-calling.Richard BovaEscondidoEducation is stimulusOur youths deserve a more promising future. Academic restructuring is needed, but not by closing schools and losing valuable teachers. High school drop-out rates are unacceptable and the college grads who... (North County Times)
Board Member Wants U.S. Flag Displayed Properly at Buildings Feb 19, 2009
Sanders, a retired U.S. Navy petty officer who spent 15 years teaching flag etiquette to JROTC students after retiring from active duty, said it bothered him when he drove past the two public buildings and saw the flags being flown improperly ... "And I thought that if the city just asked them to use proper flag etiquette, they would." Sanders served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 to 1983 when he retired as a chief petty officer ... "But there is such a thing as flag etiquette. And it's not right... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
