Flag Day

June 14, 2019 | Michelle Queen

Five Things to Know About Flag Day

Flag Day is celebrated in the U.S. on June 14. Here are some things to know about Flag Day. 1. What is the significance of June 14? June 14, 1777 is the day the Second Continental Congress passed the resolution to establish the American flag. 2. When was Flag Day officially established? President Woodrow Wilson […]

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June 14, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Five Things to Know for June 14 in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know for Thursday, June 14, in Montgomery County: 1. R U GONNA VOTE?  Early voting starts today and continues through June 21. Staff at MyMCMedia compiled a comprehensive look at local races and news, information and candidate statements for the upcoming Primary Elections.  More information can be found by clicking here. 2. Flag Day: The Second Continental […]

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June 13, 2015 | Staff Writer

photo flags at full staff

Flag Day

President Barack Obama has ordered the United States Flag to be flown at full-staff on June 14. This is in observance of Flag Day. Accordingly, the Maryland State Flag will also be flown at full-staff from sunrise to sunset.  

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June 13, 2014 | Valerie Bonk

Silver Spring Veterans Celebrate Flag Day (Video)

It’s a time many are taking to show their American pride and local veterans in Silver Spring took the opportunity to gather together for just that during a ceremony to honor “Flag Day,” the annual celebration to honor the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the U.S. flag on June 14, 1777. Veterans living […]

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June 12, 2014 | Staff Writer

Gaithersburg Museum Accepting Damaged U.S. Flags for Retirement

In recognition of Flag Day on June 14, 2014, the Gaithersburg Community Museum will accept worn or damaged U.S. flags to be turned over to the American Legion for a respectful retirement. An American flag that has become worn, tattered or damaged beyond repair requires proper disposal, with burning being the preferred method according to […]

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June 14, 2013 | Staff Writer

photo flags at full staff

Flags at Full Staff

President Barack Obama has ordered the United States Flag to be flown at full-staff on June 14. This is in observance of Flag Day. Accordingly, the Maryland State Flag will also be flown at full-staff from sunrise to sunset.

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