The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Piqua District will be hosting open house events at several Patrol posts this summer.
These events are open to the public, offering an opportunity to tour the facilities, meet local troopers and staff, speak with recruiters, and view patrol vehicles and equipment.
Open House Schedule:
- Piqua Post: Wednesday, June 18, from 12:00–2:00 p.m.
401 W. U.S. Route 36, Piqua, OH 45356 - Wapakoneta Post: Wednesday, June 25, from 12:00–2:00 p.m.
15472 Wapak-Fisher Rd., Route 5, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 - Xenia Post: Thursday, June 26, from 3:00–5:00 p.m.
517 Union Rd., Xenia, OH 45385 - Marysville Post: Friday, June 27, from 12:00–2:00 p.m.
22600 Northwest Parkway, Marysville, OH 43040 - Dayton Post: Monday, June 30, from 3:00–5:00 p.m.
400 Smith Dr., Englewood, OH 45315 - Springfield Post: Wednesday, July 9, from 3:00–6:00 p.m.
4201 Gateway Blvd., Springfield, OH 45502
The Patrol is also actively recruiting individuals interested in careers in law enforcement.
Recruits are guaranteed assignment to a post within 50 air miles of their residence upon graduation from the academy, allowing them to stay close to family and community.
Lieutenant Matthew Himes, Marysville Post Commander, talks about challenges facing the Patrol:
For more information, visit the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s official website HERE.