Gov. Whitmer lowers flags to honor fire chief David Haverdink

LANSING

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, to honor the life and service of Fire Chief David Haverdink, who passed away in the line of duty.

“Chief Haverdink was a proud family man and dedicated public servant,” said …