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This website is dedicated to all Troopers and non-sworn employees, both past and present, whose hard work, dedication, loyalty and integrity have made the Ohio State Highway Patrol one of the most professional and well respected law enforcement agencies in the Country.  Troopers who have dedicated their lives to the Patrol and put them on the line every day to serve and protect the citizens of our great State deserve our support. 

It represents those who are proud to be a Trooper, proud of the Flying Wheel and proud to wear the black and gray.  It represents Troopers who serve their communities with respect, honesty and integrity.  It represents Troopers who respect the Highway Patrol and all it stands for.  It represents Troopers who love the Patrol and care about its future!

Trooper to Trooper is an independent website developed by a group of  retired Troopers focusing on the interests, issues, and activities affecting the Ohio State Highway Patrol.  Funding is provided by the retired Superintendents of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. 

All website content is reviewed and approved by the Trooper to Trooper Editorial Board.
WELCOME TO TROOPER TO TROOPER
"Our Heritage, Our Purpose"
10:37:35 AM on March 11, 2025
"With Respect"
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We appreciate the support of all living, retired Superintendents and those in memoriam who have shared in our journey.

Colonel Robert M. Chiaramonte
EOW December 7th, 2014
Colonel Jack B. Walsh
EOW May 22nd, 2015
Colonel Thomas W. Rice
Colonel Warren H. Davies
Colonel Kenneth B. Marshall
Colonel Kenneth L. Morckel
Colonel Paul D. McClellan
Colonel Richard H. Collins
Colonel John Born
Colonel Paul Pride
Colonel Richard Fambro
Major David D. Sturtz, Ohio's 1st IG
EOW September 18, 2015


Pending retirements can be found at OSHPRetiree.org
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Thanks to our STO 'Stetson Club' Patrons, listed below, for your additional commitment to the State Troopers of Ohio!


Gilbert Cook-(EOW 9/13/2023)

Thomas Rice-Jim Garrison-Kenneth Marshall-Edward Waltz-Sandy Chiaramonte-Fred Summers-Robbie Hartsell-Al Branstiter-Fred Goldstein-Delmer Dunlap- Kenneth Morckel-Blaine Keckley-Robert Warner-Carl Roark-Warren Davies-Jeff May
Magnum Davis-Denny Bueno-Darryl Anderson-Ernie Wilson-William Healy-Mike Kasler-James Chapman-Dale LaRue-Roger Landis-J.P. Allen-
Donald Goodman-Bob.Booker-John Magaw-Arnie Schropp-Brad Kunze-Paul Meddles-Dale Cline-Richard Fogt-Lou Gliozzi-Tim Mahoney-Ginny Fogt - Keith Miller - Steve Brode - Rich Rucker Ron Klier - Jack Lonier - Phil Osborne

2024_-_State_Troopers_of_Ohio_Stetson_Club.pdf
"An Abbreviated History of the STO"
Mansfield Post Reunion
August 2024
Sunbird - Annual Luncheon 
September 2024


90th Anniversary History Update
Flying Wheel

NEWS FLASH - EMMETT LAWSON MAKES HIS WEIGHT! - Emmett Lawson, born extremely early on December 13, 2024, has exceeded the 4 pound mark necessary for his much needed medical procedures at the ProMedica Russell J. Ebeid Childrens Hospital in Toledo. Emmett, the first child of Sgt. Garrett and Bekah Lawson, Bowling Green Patrol Post, continues to receive 'around-the-clock' medical care, having already endured several procedures necessary to improve his quality of life. On April 6th, Emmett's friends at the Bowling Green Patrol Post will be sponsoring a benefit at Pub 51 in Northwood.  Details can be found at  OSHPRetiree.org. 
90th Anniversary History Video
Snowbird Reunion 2025

Golfers & Shoppers - Enjoying a great Friday of shopping or golfing at the local stores in Lake Mary and the Mayfair Golf Course in nearby Sanford. Thanks to first time Snowbird attendees, Bob and Beth Potter, James "Duke" Mathews, Gary, Krysta & Ivy Lewis, and our new secretary, Lydia Frey
​Who's getting promoted?  Colonel Chuck Jones has announced the following promotions and transfers.  

Announcement made on January 28th
Ceremony scheduled for March 10th
Promotions_3102025.pdf
​Colonel Charles Jones will discuss significant accomplishments and future strategic divisional goals.

His presentation can be watched live on the Ohio Channel by clicking open the link below.

www.ohiochannel.org/live/special-events
Snowbird Reunion 2025 - Welcoming our guest at the Friday Night Pizza Reception 
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Ohio Capital Journal / Ohio bill would regulate the sale of intoxicating hemp
WBNS 10 / BBB warns about phishing scam targeting the OTP and unpaid tolls  
Axios / Time is running our for Ohioans to upgrade to a "Real ID"
AP / South Carolina Man executed by fire squad, first time in 15 years
NBC News / Secret Service shoots armed man outside White House
Marion Star / Are Social Security benefits taxed in Ohio?  Check the list of 9 states that do
Newsweek / Increased SSA benefits for those impacted by the Social Security Fairness Act will start in April