ST. PAUL, MN - Tomorrow, in observance of the fourteenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, Governor Mark Dayton has ordered all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset.
As a mark of respect for the victims of this tragedy, Governor Dayton has proclaimed Friday to be Patriot Day and A Day of Service and Remembrance in the State of Minnesota. In solidarity with the rest of the nation, Governor Dayton also encourages all Minnesotans to observe the National Moment of Silence at 7:46 a.m. Central Daylight Time.
President Barack Obama asks that the people of the United States participate in community service in honor of those our Nation lost, and observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities, including remembrance services.
