Maryland Flag Under Scrutiny Following Remarks from Governor
FEBRUARY 7, 2026 — Maryland’s 122-year-old state flag has faced renewed examination after Governor Wes…
FEBRUARY 7, 2026 — Maryland’s 122-year-old state flag has faced renewed examination after Governor Wes Moore described the banner as a “contradiction” during a recent podcast appearance, according to Maryland Matters. The remarks, made while discussing redistricting and the state’s Civil War history, have sparked debate among legislators and residents regarding the potential for future…
FEBRUARY 7, 2026 — The City of Owasso, Oklahoma, has entered the public consultation phase for its first official flag, a project catalyzed by the initiative of an 11-year-old resident, says Newson6. Holden Foyil, whose interest in vexillology and graphic design dates back to his early childhood, prompted the government to revisit a concept that…
FEBRUARY 3, 2026 — The National Congress of Honduras has officially marked the start of the 2026–2030 legislative period by reintroducing navy blue tones to the national ensign, effectively reversing the turquoise standard maintained during the administration of former President Xiomara Castro. According to Honduran newspaper La Prensa, the traditional darker blue flags were displayed…
FEBRUARY 3, 2026 — In Colorado, the Longmont City Council is scheduled to review the future of the city’s official flag during a study session this week, reports the Times-Call, evaluating a potential redesign of their long-standing symbol. The discussion follows a January directive where officials requested a comprehensive history of the current banner alongside…
JANUARY 31, 2026 — The Moldovan presidency has officially registered a new flag and coat of arms for the village of Sculeni, located in the Ungheni District along the Romanian border. The symbols, sanctioned by a presidential decree signed by Maia Sandu on January 22, follow a resolution passed by the local communal council in…
JANUARY 31, 2026 — The South Dakota Commission has introduced a ceremonial flag designed to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, says the Argus Leader. Unveiled on January 20 at a banking institution in Lennox, the banner is intended to serve as a visual centrepiece for the state’s participation in the 2026 national…
JANUARY 31, 2026 — The Dutch village of Braamt has officially introduced its first local flag, reports Regio8. The new banner, featuring a green and white colour scheme, incorporates local landmarks including the Stroombroek mill and the Braamtse Gat. The design, submitted by resident Daan Kel, secured approximately 20 per cent of the public vote…
JANUARY 31, 2026 — The Village of Scarsdale, New York, has initiated a public competition to design a commemorative flag marking the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 325th anniversary of the village’s founding, according to Scarsdale10583. Open to residents of both Scarsdale and the Mamaroneck Strip, the contest seeks a single original…
JANUARY 25, 2026 — In Northumberland, England, a temporary flag designed by artist Barbara Ridley is now flying over Prudhoe Castle, reports the Hexham Courant, marking the realization of a community-led creative initiative titled “Flying the (new) Flag at Prudhoe Castle”. Ridley, a Lanchester-based artist who was born and raised in Prudhoe, was selected by…
JANUARY 22, 2026 — In Wyoming, the Rock Springs City Council has officially adopted a new flag, reports SweetwaterNOW. In a majority vote held Tuesday, the council approved a design created by high school student Brandon Swigart, despite a vocal and disparaging dissent from Councilman Rick Milonas. The new ensign features a horizontal tricolour layout…