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Do reduced speed limits apply when workers are not present? In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, Lt Mark Southall #81 answers that question. Stay safe Oklahoma! #tuesdaywithatrooper

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Congratulations to Trooper Patrick Cantrell #410 on earning his blue belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! This milestone typically takes one to three years of consistent training to achieve. Trooper Cantrell, keep up the great work as you continue your jiu-jitsu journey.

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We’re all set up and the car is clean!

Come see the 1937 Oklahoma Highway Patrol Ford patrol car and visit with our troopers tonight at the SageNet Center at Expo Square in Tulsa!

#route66capitalcruiseexpo

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Here is the final episode of our 74th Academy YouTube video series!

Watch the 8th episode (Graduation) here - https://t.co/pWJgotyVV4
Watch the entire 8 episode series on the 74th Academy here - https://t.co/Uga1TrcWIC

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses driving on wet roadways. #tuesdaywithatrooper

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses looking for the smaller object in traffic. #tuesdaywithatrooper

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Thank you to the Edmond Chamber of Commerce for inviting us to the 5th annual Women in Public Safety Luncheon!

Pictured from L to R: Communications LT Katie White, LT Mystal Perkins, LT Kera Philippi, Captain Trinity Simmons, Communications Sgt Teresa Griggs

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Congratulations Matt Ludwig on your promotion from Trooper to Lieutenant!

LT Ludwig is a lieutenant in Troop A headquartered in Oklahoma City.

LT Ludwig was pinned by his wife, Madison, and also joined by his son Logan.

We wish him the best of luck in his new leadership role.

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 talks about roadside preparedness, specifically flat tires.
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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses “getting the big picture.” #tuesdaywithatrooper

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This week’s Tuesday With a Trooper is dedicated to Trooper Vernon Brake #390. RIP brother.

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses making safe, smart decisions while driving. #tuesdaywithatrooper

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The 75th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy is currently in its fifth week. The academy began with 63 cadets and currently stands at 48. In these early stages, cadets have been pushed both physically and academically as they build the foundation for their careers in law enforcement.

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We are looking for a Communications Officer for our Northeast Regional Communications Center in Tulsa.

Apply today and come join a great team!

https://t.co/X41FkSmxSE

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses pedestrian safety. #tuesdaywithatrooper

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Today, DPS/OHP held our annual awards luncheon where we honor troopers and civilians who went above and beyond in 2025. Troop E (Durant) won the Unit Citation for 2025 for having the most impaired driving arrests.

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 gives drivers a different perspective on speed. #tuesdaywithatrooper

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses the Smith System of Driving. He touches on each topic briefly but for more information, please search Smith System of Driving. #tuesdaywithatrooper

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In this week’s Tuesday With a Trooper, LT Mark Southall #81 discusses the wildfire danger in our state. #tuesdaywithatrooper