An official said in a Facebook post that flags will be lowered at half-staff to honor Representative Price Wallace, saying his commitment to Mississippi “will always be remembered.” The post directed flags to be lowered “from sunrise to sunset tomorrow” in Rankin and Simpson counties.
Representative Price Wallace served as a state lawmaker in Mississippi. State legislators represent local districts in the state Capitol and play roles in crafting state law and policy. The Facebook post did not include further details about the circumstances prompting the tribute.
Lowering flags to half-staff is a customary way for government officials to mark the death or honor the service of public figures and to show official mourning. Rankin and Simpson counties are counties in Mississippi, and local flag protocols are typically implemented by county officials or other designated authorities.
Details in the post were limited. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
