The Bedford County Sheriff's Office is saying 'Howdy' to a new addition to their official uniforms that also serves as a nod to the past: cowboy hats.

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The cowboy hat is probably the most recognizable and unique hat out there. While design aesthetics can vary widely, the brim is the most defining part, and it’s always there, even if the shape ...

That’s one way to stir up controversy. Will Smith left little to the imagination by wearing nothing but a cowboy hat in a throwback photo honoring his “Wild Wild West” film’s 26th anniversary.

“It’s more approachable, in a cowboy hat, and law enforcement for people to approach you is what it is, the respect that comes with it is what it is,” said Mike Miller, Bedford County Sheriff.

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BEDFORD CO., Va. – The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office announced the addition of cowboy hats to the uniform policy Tuesday. According to BCSO, deputies and staff brought the idea to the table ...

A cowboy hat-wearing robot is running around Austin handing out compliments "Yo, check my drip, humans. Got that fake gold chain swinging on my neck," the AI-powered robot says in a TikTok video.

Earlier this month, "Jake," a Unitree G1 humanoid agent, complete with a jaunty knock off cowboy hat, a silver chain and Nike kicks, hit the streets of Austin for what was a training run.

BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office announced on social media its deputies are donning western style hats as part of their uniform policy effective July 1.

AUSTIN, Texas — A mysterious buckaroo has been making his way down the streets of Austin. The figure wears sneakers and a cowboy hat and seems generally pretty friendly. At least, for a robot.