Why are flags at half-staff in Ohio?

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Governor Mike DeWine has ordered U.S. and Ohio flags to be flown at half-staff.

Flags have been lowered to half-staff at all Ohio National Guard installations beginning Monday to honor the life and service of former Ohio Adjutant General Richard Alexander.

Major General Alexander, of Cleveland, joined the Marine Corps in 1954 and was honorably discharged in 1958 with the rank of Sergeant. He returned to Ohio and enlisted in the Ohio National Guard, serving...