Topeka – Kansas Governor Sam Brownback has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in Kansas from sun-up to sun-down until sunset on July 25, 2012 as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragedy in Aurora, Colorado.

“Lt. Gov. Jeff Colyer and I offer our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of the victims of the senseless acts of violence perpetrated in Aurora, Colorado,” Governor Brownback said.  “The entire nation mourns the loss of the innocent victims.”

President Obama has also ordered flags to be flown at half-staff at all federal buildings.