Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff Memorandum from Governor Jeb Bush Saturday, February 1, 2003 All flags on state property shall be flown at half-staff beginning Saturday, February 1, 2003 at 11 a.m. until sunset Friday, February 7, 2003 in honor of the crew members of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Governor Jeb Bush has asked that all state and local government agencies lower their U.S. and state flags. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the Columbia crew. If you have any questions or need additional information please contact the Governor's Office.