11/07/2026
Congratulations, Sheriff Horton! 🇺🇸
Sheriff Jonathon W. Horton was honored this week at the Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association’s 51st Patriots Day Luncheon and Hall of Honor Induction, held November 4th at The Venue at Coosa Landing in Gadsden.
Sheriff Horton’s service to his country began long before he wore a badge. After graduating from West End High School in 1991, he served on active duty in the United States Navy from 1992 to 1996, and later in the Alabama Army National Guard from 1999 to 2003.
He began his law enforcement career in 2002 as a Deputy Sheriff here at the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office. He went on to serve as Chief of Police for the City of Glencoe from 2012 to 2016, then as Chief of Police for Rainbow City from 2016 until he was elected Sheriff of Etowah County. Since 1996, he has also served our community as a licensed funeral director.
Sheriff Horton and his wife of 35 years, Angie Holcomb Horton, have three daughters and five grandchildren, and they attend Summit Church in Rainbow City.
Thank you, Sheriff Horton, for your service to our nation, our state, and Etowah County. We’re proud to serve alongside you! 🙌
Thank you also to the Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association for honoring our veterans and their continued service to our community. 🇺🇸
