May 23, 2025

Kansas and Saline County honor late State House of Representative from Salina

Posted May 23, 2025 4:25 PM
Dierks, Kay Diana
Dierks, Kay Diana

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, on Friday, directed flags be flown at half-staff in Saline County, Kansas, from sunup to sundown on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in honor of former State Representative Diana Dierks.

“Representative Dierks’ commitment to public service and advocacy for Kansas education is a legacy that will not be forgotten,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “My sincere condolences go out to her friends and family during this difficult time.”

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