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Mississippi residents have an interesting option on the ballot this November, a state flag! Earlier this summer, the state  retired its flag, which featured a controversial Confederate emblem. The state government nominated a commission for the sole purpose of redesigning the historic Mississippi flag design. In November, the winning design up for vote is "The New Magnolia," a white magnolia blossom surrounded by a circle of 20 stars. The stars represent Mississippi's status as the 2 …

With reports of wildfires burning across the United States and Firefighters being called to action, we are reminded of the risks these heroes take every day to keep our communities safe. The first weekend of October recognizes National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day Weekend, a national tribute to honor all firefighters who died in the line of duty. In these unprecedented times, some of us are not able to show our solidarity by gathering in large groups. Here are 3 ways you can show your sup …

The coronavirus pandemic has caused disruption at U.S. flag manufacturers over the past four months. The Flag Manufacturers Association of America (FMAA) held a meeting to discuss the effects of COVID-19 on the U.S. flag industry.While the demand for U.S. flags has remained strong, many FMAA members were put on their state’s non-essential list, requiring them to close manufacturing operations. As they reopen, manufacturers and suppliers are now working hard to rebuild their inventory. FMAA mem …

The coronavirus hit America where it hurts, and thousands of businesses were shut down with only some being deemed essential. Due to strict shelter-in-place orders, the US flag making industry has been unable to keep up with demands.While many states recently relaxed their orders, not all of them have. One of our major vendors, Flagzone LLC, located in Pennsylvania has been denied access to ship their products, even after filing a waiver to remain open and continue production as an essential bus …

So many of us are struggling to put food on our tables, regardless of our means. Luckily, there are organizations working tirelessly to provide food to as many people as they can. However, the growing coronavirus outbreak is making it difficult for food banks, food pantries, and soup kitchens to fulfill their missions at a time when they are needed the most. At Flags.com we are collecting funds for Feeding America, a hunger-relief organization. Feeding America has 200 food banks all o …

March 29th is the date of an eight-year-old holiday that means so much to many of America’s oldest heroes. In 2012, the 50-year anniversary of the Vietnam War, March 29th was proclaimed as National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The date was chosen because on that day in 1973, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) was disbanded and the last US combat troops departed Vietnam.Over four years later on December 26, 2016, the Vietnam Veterans Day Coalition of States Council asked then-President- …

The Cute One: Clover Kitty House FlagIf you’re Irish or a pet lover, you’ll absolutely adore this kitten house flag. The colors are applied using a dye sublimation technique that leaves for a beautiful, watercolor finish in the background. The kitten follows the traditional St. Patrick’s Day themes by sitting in a pot of gold while wearing a massive green tophat, much like those seen on the heads of leprechauns. This 28" x 40" house flag is made from high-quality polyester and is long-la …

Choosing which flagpole or flagpole parts to buy can be a daunting task. Here are a few of the terms to know and understand when embarking on your journey towards flagpole ownership. For more details on the factors that matter, read our "5 Factors To Consider When Buying A Flagpole" article.To help make flagpole terms a little easier, we'll start at the top!Ornament: A flagpole ornament sits atop the pole and is mainly decorative. They can be made using different types of metal and usually eithe …

A custom flag is a great way to bring attention to your business, group, or event. In order to make your flag as effective as possible, please take the following 3 tips into consideration. 1. Colors You want to use bold, complementary or triadic colors for your flag. Online interactive palette generators have made this easy at Coolors or Colorbook.io. Bold colors are the most visually appealing on a custom flag, as long as they complement one another. Text and background color …

On January 20, 2020, our country will honor the memory of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This federal holiday is observed on the third Monday of January each year, close to or on his birthday on January 15. Many Americans will spend the day in service to their community. The Flag Manufacturers Association of America hopes that all citizens will also proudly display their American flags to show their support on this important day. Dr. King, the chief spokesman for …