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Celebrate National School Bus Safety Week! This year’s theme, ‘Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes,’ reminds us to appreciate the drivers, students and community members who keep every ride safe. Let’s stay alert and honor our everyday heroes all week long. 🚍✨
A person texting on their phone while behind the wheel, driving distracted. A school bus is parked off to the side with its stop arm out.

ALT A person texting on their phone while behind the wheel, driving distracted. A school bus is parked off to the side with its stop arm out.

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🚌 Did you know that the Patrol inspects every school bus in the state? Since 2019, our Motor Vehicle Inspection Unit has performed more than 200,000 inspections. #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek
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Did you know? The Patrol graduates multiple classes each year. If you miss the application deadline for one class, you can simply apply for the next. And even better? The training is paid. Do you want to protect your community? We are hiring! Text "joinOSHP" to 614-654-OSHP.
A person in a uniform salutes while another holds a large American flag. Text reads, "Did you know? The Patrol graduates 2-3 cadet classes per year! Training is PAID and lasts about six months." The Ohio State Highway Patrol logo is visible.

ALT A person in a uniform salutes while another holds a large American flag. Text reads, "Did you know? The Patrol graduates 2-3 cadet classes per year! Training is PAID and lasts about six months." The Ohio State Highway Patrol logo is visible.

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National School Bus Safety Week is here! This year’s theme, ‘Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes,’ reminds us that every bus driver, every student and every alert driver on the road plays a vital role in keeping kids safe. 🚍✨
A female school bus driver sits behind the wheel of a bus with the door open as she smiles at the camera. Text reads, "Take the Lead in Safety: Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes."

ALT A female school bus driver sits behind the wheel of a bus with the door open as she smiles at the camera. Text reads, "Take the Lead in Safety: Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes."

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This week is School Bus Safety Week. Please remember to stop for school buses when their red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended. 🚌 🛑
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This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week. Remember: you are your teen’s first driving instructor. Make safety the lesson that sticks.
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Today is National Move Over Day. Each time you see a trooper working, or flashing lights of any color, along the roadway, drivers need to slow down or move over. It's more than the law - it's a lifesaving choice drivers can make every day.
A trooper squats down and looks in the passenger window of a vehicle. His cruiser sits parked behind him with lights on, while traffic passes beside him along the freeway.

ALT A trooper squats down and looks in the passenger window of a vehicle. His cruiser sits parked behind him with lights on, while traffic passes beside him along the freeway.

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Did you know? You can get a firsthand look at what it's really like to be a trooper by joining us on a ride along. Fill out a request form on our website! Do you want to protect your community? We are hiring! Text "joinOSHP" to 614-654-OSHP.
The image is a recruitment poster for the Ohio State Highway Patrol. It invites applicants interested in becoming troopers to participate in a ride along. Requirements listed include having a valid driver's license, being aged 18-39, and wanting to become a trooper. The poster includes a patrol car and the website statepatrol.ohio.gov for more information.

ALT The image is a recruitment poster for the Ohio State Highway Patrol. It invites applicants interested in becoming troopers to participate in a ride along. Requirements listed include having a valid driver's license, being aged 18-39, and wanting to become a trooper. The poster includes a patrol car and the website statepatrol.ohio.gov for more information.

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Please help us congratulate Sergeant David S. Francway, Elyria Post, who retired today after 30 years of service to the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the citizens of Ohio.
Formal OSHP portrait for Sgt. Francway.

ALT Formal OSHP portrait for Sgt. Francway.

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Have a safe Columbus Day!
An American flag hangs on a flag pole, blowing in the breeze. The words "Columbus Day" are written on a bright blue sky background.

ALT An American flag hangs on a flag pole, blowing in the breeze. The words "Columbus Day" are written on a bright blue sky background.

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Please help us congratulate Lieutenant Colonel Charles J. Linek III, Office of the Superintendent, who retired today after 38 years of service to the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the citizens of Ohio.
Formal OSHP portrait of Lt. Col. Chuck Linek.

ALT Formal OSHP portrait of Lt. Col. Chuck Linek.

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It is with great sorrow that the Ohio State Highway Patrol announces the off-duty death of Sergeant Tyler Carr of the Mansfield Post, who passed away following a tragic traffic crash today. Our thoughts are with Sergeant Carr's family and the Patrol family as a whole.
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Did you know? If you're not the right age to become a trooper, OSHP still has options available to you. Do you want to protect your community? We are hiring! Text "joinOSHP" to 614-654-OSHP.
The image features a recruitment poster for the State Highway Patrol Ohio. It includes two uniformed officers standing side by side. The text reads, "Did you know? Not the right age to become a trooper? Cadet candidate and cadet internship positions are available to those 18+. Apply online today!" The State Highway Patrol Ohio badge is visible in the bottom left corner.

ALT The image features a recruitment poster for the State Highway Patrol Ohio. It includes two uniformed officers standing side by side. The text reads, "Did you know? Not the right age to become a trooper? Cadet candidate and cadet internship positions are available to those 18+. Apply online today!" The State Highway Patrol Ohio badge is visible in the bottom left corner.

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Buckling up takes only a second, but it could save your life. Between 2021 and 2026, crashes involving unbelted occupants resulted in 2,741 deaths and 11,671 injuries. Young people remain among the most at risk. Make the smart choice - click it every time.
A public safety infographic titled "Safety Belts" with statistics from 2021-2026. It reports 2,741 fatalities and 11,671 injuries involving unbelted occupants. The infographic shows 61% of crash fatalities involved unbelted occupants. It highlights that 72% of fatalities aged 21-40, 65% aged 41-65, and 39% aged 66 and older were unbelted. Vehicle fatality injury rates are 67% for ages 21-65 and 51% for ages 66 and older. The "Service with Purpose" logo is present.

ALT A public safety infographic titled "Safety Belts" with statistics from 2021-2026. It reports 2,741 fatalities and 11,671 injuries involving unbelted occupants. The infographic shows 61% of crash fatalities involved unbelted occupants. It highlights that 72% of fatalities aged 21-40, 65% aged 41-65, and 39% aged 66 and older were unbelted. Vehicle fatality injury rates are 67% for ages 21-65 and 51% for ages 66 and older. The "Service with Purpose" logo is present.

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Celebrate #WalkBikeRollToSchoolDay by giving our young walkers, bikers and rollers the space and safety they deserve! Stay alert, slow down and help keep our community moving safely together. 🚶‍♂️🚴
A person with a backpack on their back walks their bike through a pedestrian crosswalk while a car waits for them to cross. "Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day" is written at the bottom of the image.

ALT A person with a backpack on their back walks their bike through a pedestrian crosswalk while a car waits for them to cross. "Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day" is written at the bottom of the image.

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Let’s keep Ohio’s roads safe for everyone! With 2,657 pedestrian-related crashes in 2025, it’s more important than ever to stay alert, avoid distractions and watch out for each other, whether you’re driving or walking. #PedestrianSafetyMonth
Three photos make up the image. On the top left is a pedestrian crossing sign. On the bottom left is a pedestrian crossing and street sign. The right side of the image shows a trooper monitoring pedestrian traffic in the crosswalk.

ALT Three photos make up the image. On the top left is a pedestrian crossing sign. On the bottom left is a pedestrian crossing and street sign. The right side of the image shows a trooper monitoring pedestrian traffic in the crosswalk.

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Please help us congratulate Captain Scott C. Rike, Bucyrus District, who retired today after 28 years of service to the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the citizens of Ohio.
Formal OSHP portrait of Captain Scott Rike.

ALT Formal OSHP portrait of Captain Scott Rike.

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Earlier today, four newly hired dispatchers were the first to receive certificates of completion in the inaugural @OSHP Dispatcher Academy. They began the academy on Sept. 22. The Dispatcher Academy was an introduction to OSHP, an explanation of work rules and CPR certification.
Four new employees were part of the inaugural Ohio State Highway Patrol Dispatcher Academy.

ALT Four new employees were part of the inaugural Ohio State Highway Patrol Dispatcher Academy.

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Did you know? New troopers must meet a list of basic requirements related to age, residency and a few other factors. Do you want to protect your community? We are hiring! Text "joinOSHP" to 614-654-OSHP.
A graphic titled "Did you know?" outlines the requirements for new troopers, including being aged 21-39, having a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, good moral character, U.S. citizenship, and Ohio residency. The State Highway Patrol badge and logo are featured. More details are available at statepatrol.ohio.gov.

ALT A graphic titled "Did you know?" outlines the requirements for new troopers, including being aged 21-39, having a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, good moral character, U.S. citizenship, and Ohio residency. The State Highway Patrol badge and logo are featured. More details are available at statepatrol.ohio.gov.

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Family emergency planning and severe‑weather alerts keep everyone informed and ready. #OhioPreparednessMonth
The perspective of a car's dashboard and a rainy windshield with the wipers turned on. Text reads, "Weather warning - In the event of an emergency: - have an evacuation plan - know the route ahead of time - be aware of hazards - know where you can seek safe shelter - sign up for severe weather alerts -if wipers are running, headlights and taillights must be on"

ALT The perspective of a car's dashboard and a rainy windshield with the wipers turned on. Text reads, "Weather warning - In the event of an emergency: - have an evacuation plan - know the route ahead of time - be aware of hazards - know where you can seek safe shelter - sign up for severe weather alerts -if wipers are running, headlights and taillights must be on"

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