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Dear Editor: My name is Kelly Goodowens. Since the installation of the flag pole on Backbone Ridge several years ago, I have been responsible for the lowering of the flags to half-staff on designated days. The flag poles with US and AL flags along with a monument were placed there to honor the Skelton and Scott families who have been instrumental in our city's history. Thanks to EPB the flags are well lighted and do not have to be lowered at night; however, on days designated by the President they should be flown at half-staff. I am asking for help from an individual, family or organiza...