Sheriff’s Office sports new badges for America’s 250th birthday

HOUSTON COUNTY — The Houston County Sheriff’s Office has revealed new badges they will be wearing for the remainder of the year. These badges will be worn to commemorate the United States of America’s 250th birthday which will be on July 4, 2026. 

“It’s a big anniversary for the United States, and [this badge] is something to honor the military members that help keep us free and the law enforcement officers that keep us safe here in the states,” Sheriff Matt Moulton said. 

Moulton said responses from deputies have been very positive, and community members around the county have been very supportive of them. 

The new badge embodies patriotism and Moulton could not be more proud of his staff for wearing them. He believes it is of utmost importance for law enforcement to show their patriotism, and these badges give them a chance to do so. 

“[Patriotism] means everything and it is the reason we can do what we do today,” he said. “We live in a big military town with Robins Air Force Base, and honoring them is not a once a day thing; it’s every day.”