Texas flags are half-staff through sunset Friday to observe the death of former Railroad Commissioner of Texas, Carole Keeton.

Throughout her career, Carole Keeton – also known as Carole Keeton Strayhorn – served as mayor of Austin, Texas railroad commissioner and as Texas comptroller.

Texas and American flags are flying at half staff in the Lone Star State on Friday to honor longtime public servant Carole Keeton​.