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flag Minnesota honors fallen firefighter Shawn Johnson with half-staff flags March 18–19, 2026.

flag Minnesota flags will fly at half-staff from March 18 to 19, 2026, in honor of Minnetonka Deputy Fire Marshal Shawn Johnson, who died on March 5 after a two-year cancer battle. flag Johnson, who served the Minnetonka Fire Department for 20 years, was a nationally certified fire investigator, Minnesota Fire Investigator of the Year in 2020, and a mentor to firefighters statewide. flag Governor Tim Walz ordered the salute to recognize his dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on public safety.

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