CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Roane County to be displayed at half-staff from midnight until sunset on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in honor of former lawmaker, legislative director Bob Ashley.

Click here to view the proclamation on Gov. Justice's website

Ashley served in the West Virginia Legislator for 30 years, proudly representing the people of Roane, Jackson, Clay, Gilmer, Wood, and Pleasants counties. Gov. Justice later appointed Ashley as Legislative Director. Most recently, Ashley served as a regional representative.