The flag at half staff at The White House. Photo: Cameron Smith // Official White House Photo

WYOMING — Following a presidential directive, Governor Mark Gordon has ordered the U.S. and State of Wyoming flags to be flown at half-staff statewide through sunset today, Nov. 29 in honor of the passing of United States Representative Donald McEachin.

McEachin served as the U.S. representative for Virginia’s 4th congressional district from 2017 until his death Monday, Nov. 28. He was 61. According to a release from his chief of staff, McEachin was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2013.

Lindsay is a contributing reporter covering a little bit of everything; with an interest in local policies and politics, the environment and amplifying community voices. She's curious about uncovering the "whys" of our region and aims to inform the community about the issues that matter. In her free time, you can find her snowboarding, cooking or planning the next surf trip.