Governor Schwarzenegger released a statement regarding our local hero Private First Class Jay-D H. Ornsby-Adkins. “This brave soldier lost his life in the virtuous pursuit of preserving the freedoms our nation holds sacred. Private First Class Jay-D H. Ornsby-Adkins will be remembered for his selfless sacrifice for his fellow Americans. Maria and I offer our prayers for his family, friends and fellow soldiers.” Also in honor of Private First Clas Ornsby-Adkins, Capital flags will be flown at half staff.