Today, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order declaring a period of mourning for the victims of the heinous terrorist attack in New Orleans. In a letter to school system leaders requesting their observance of Governor Landry's order, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley also asked school systems to consider a system-wide moment of silence at 9 a.m. on Monday, January 6.
"A heinous act of terrorism occurred in New Orleans only a few hours into 2025," Dr. Brumley wrote in the letter. "As a result, several of our fellow citizens lost their lives, leaving behind friends, family, and lasting legacies. I extend my condolences and prayers to everyone engaged in this period of mourning."
Governor Landry's order calls for all flags over state buildings to be flown at half-staff on the following days to honor and remember each innocent life lost. All political subdivisions, private entities, and educational institutions, including public, private, and parochial, and post-secondary institutions, are encouraged to lower the flags of the United States and State of Louisiana at half-staff during this period as well. This executive order will be amended as necessary to include every victim once their names are made public.
- Monday, January 6, 2025: In remembrance of Kareem Badawi
- Tuesday, January 7, 2025: In remembrance of Tiger Bech
- Wednesday, January 8, 2025: In remembrance of Drew Dauphin
- Thursday, January 9, 2025: In remembrance of Nikyra Dedeaux
- Friday, January 10, 2025: In remembrance of William “Billy” DiMaio
- Monday, January 13, 2025: In remembrance of Hubert Gauthreaux
- Tuesday, January 14, 2025: In remembrance of Reggie Hunter
- Wednesday, January 15, 2025: In remembrance of Nicole Perez
- Thursday, January 16, 2025: In remembrance of Terrance “Terry” Kennedy
- Friday, January 17, 2025: In remembrance of Matthew Tenedorio
“Louisiana will never forget the 14 innocent lives lost and the horrific scenes of January 1. However, Louisiana and her people will never cower in fear. Instead, we will unite and come back stronger in honor of every person who lost their lives that day,” said Governor Landry.
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