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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"
"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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"An Abbreviated History of the STO"
Snowbird 2026
Luncheon Business Meeting 
Snowbird 2026
Golf Outing 
Riverboat Luncheon

90th Anniversary History Update
Flying Wheel
Snowbird 2026
Pizza Party
Marriott Patio
Thank you to our Stetson Club Patrons for your continued support!
Bill Healy (5) ~ Tom Rice (4) ~ Jeff May (3) ~ Fred Goldstein (3) ~ Ken Marshall (3) ~ Al Branstiter (3) ~ Ed Waltz  (3) ~  Ken Morckel (3) ~ Paul Meddles (3) ~ Jim Chapman (3) ~ John Magaw (3)  ~ Sandy Chiaramonte (3) ~ Bob Booker (3)  ~ Carl Roark (3) ~ Robbie Hartsell (3) ~ Ed Bowman (3) ~ Dale LaRue (3) ~ Steve Brode (3) ~ Jim Garrison (3) ~ Darryl Anderson (3) ~ Brad Kunze (3) ~ Rich Rucker (2) ~  Jack Lonier (2) ~ Phil Osborne (2) ~ R. Scotty Bordon (2)

Total Stetson Club Contributions in parentheses
Find out how you can support the lobbying efforts of the State Troopers of Ohio by linking to the STO page on this website.  One time contributions can be made through Paypal by clicking on our STO logo to the right!  State Troopers of Ohio is a registered 501(c)4. 
State of the Patrol
March 27, 2026
STO Director Tom Rice visiting with STO supporter Brad Kunze at the Memorial Tournament
Sign Up Now for the Nicholas Cayton Legacy Run scheduled for Sunday, September 27th
Nicholas_Cayton_5K_Run_.pdf
Make your reservation for the 2026 Sunbird Reunion, scheduled for Saturday, August 8th, at the All Occasions Banquet Facility in Waldo, Ohio. Visit with our famous Hartman Farm Retirees who are glad to tell you 'How it used to be!,' Click open and print out the PDF below. We hope to see you there!
2026_Sunbird_Flyer.pdf

WFMJ 21 / First 'Trooper Nicholas Cayton' scholarships to be awarded from funds raised at golf outing
WSYX 6 / Franklin County Prosecutor considering a third murder trial for former deputy Jason Meade
WSYX 6 / DeWine calls cancellation of TPS a mistake, not in the best interest of Ohio
Marion Star / Sheriff warns about increase in scam calls, individuals posing as deputies
Dispatch / PTSI funding bill in support of treat ment for first responders approved
ABC News / Supreme Court rolls back limits on carrying guns on private property open to the public
Cleveland 19 / 13 year-old dead, 10 year-old seriously injured in ATV crash in Erie County
WSAZ 3 / 17 year-old killed in ATV crash in Jackson County
WLWT 5 / Former Hamilton County Sheriff Simon Leis dies at 92
FROM THE MOST RECENT HPRS NEWSLETTER - Each year, the board must decide whether to grant a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for the upcoming year, to those members that qualify and, if so, at what amount. This decision is based on several factors, including the latest actuarial valuation report, input from an actuarial consultant, and a comprehensive funding policy. For 2027, the board approved 2.68% COLA. 

The Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) allowance was analyzed closely for the ability to increase it for 2027. The board took into consideration the rising costs of health care, as well as the solvency period of the Health Care Fund based on the most recent valuation. The decision was made to increase the HRA allowance for both the Pre-Medicare HRA and the Medicare HRA. For Medicare-eligible retirees enrolled in coverage through Via Benefits, the Medicare HRA will increase from $225 to $255 (13.33%) per month. The Pre-Medicare HRA allowance will be increased by 12.5%. By increasing the base from $800 to $900 (12.5%), everyone receiving a Pre-Medicare HRA allowance will experience a 12.5% increase. The updated chart will be posted to our website soon.
2027 COLA and Health Care Reimbursement Announced by HPRS
Who's getting promoted?  Click open the PDF below to see the most recent promotions announced by Colonel Charles Jones, effective June 28th. 

 The promotion ceremony is 
scheduled for July 23rd at 11:00 AM  

Congratulations to all of our newest promotees! 

Promotion_Announcement_June_18_2026.pdf