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Meet Our Dance Star Heroes!

Cobb Police Officer Miaja Mitchell - Dancing with Charles Jones

Miaja(my-juh) Mitchell is a dedicated officer with the Cobb County Police Department, currently serving in the Community Affairs Unit. A wife and proud mother of two, she is deeply committed to uplifting youth and giving back to her community. She is the Step Team Coordinator for the Cobb PAL Athletic League and an active mentor with the Cobb County School District, Cobb Juvenile Court, and the Power of the Peace Project.

Miaja is dancing to raise funds for the Community Affairs Unit. Among other community driven projects, this unit provides holiday gifts to less fortunate families in Cobb County. Her passion for mentorship and community service continues to make a lasting impact throughout the county she proudly serves.

Cobb Sheriff's Office Deputy Diane Watts - Dancing with Rachel

My name is Deputy Diane Watts, and I was born in Brooklyn New York.  I am 60 years old and have been employed with the Cobb County Sheriff Office for the last Seventeen plus years.  Currently I am assigned to the Community Engagement Unit which is an absolute joy for me.  I am able to enhance the relationships between the Sheriff Office and the community. I work directly with seniors, school age kids, mentoring programs and community-based organizations. This opportunity has not only allowed me to grow professionally, but to serve the Sheriff’s Office and the community.  During my tenure I have received multiple awards - The Heart Felt Hero Award, Medal of Merit, Law Enforcement Impact Award, and Commendation of Excellence Award just to name a few.   

 The most valuable reward for me is serving the community and being a part of the Cobb County Sheriff Office Community Engagement Team.  Outside of my work, I have a passion for dancing, fashion shows, exercising and staying fit.  I developed a love for dance at the age of 12 and participated in neighborhood dance groups. Since that time, I have developed a love for music Hip Hop, House, R&B, Reggae and Gospel.   

I am excited to be involved with Dancing with the Heroes. It is a great opportunity to support a great cause. I am dancing to raise funds for the community engagement unit.

Paulding Sheriff's Office Lt. Rickey Waters - Dancing with Angie McCanham

Lt. Rickey Waters has been with the Sheriff’s Office 23 years, serving in many roles including the K9 Unit and currently serves in the Community Relations Unit. He has lived almost most of his life in the South Paulding area, loves spending time with his family and kids especially days we can go fishing. He prefers being at the beach more than anywhere else in the world. LT. Waters is dancing for the Paulding Sheriff's Foundation.

Paulding Sheriff's Office Deputy First Class Craig Cross

DFC Cross started his career in Law Enforcement in 2009 as a Detention Officer with the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office. He worked his way to Uniform Patrol, joined the SWAT Team, where he was assigned to the Sniper element. During Cross’s 10 years at Paulding County Sheriff’s Office he has worked Uniform Patrol, Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic H.E.A.T. , SWAT (Assistant Sniper Team Leader), Juvenile Division School Resource Deputy (SRD) as a Corporal, and has recently been assigned to the K9 Division. DFC Cross was recognized for his work in the schools where he assisted a young kindergarten student in adjusting to school by walking him to class in the mornings. He was also TIKTOK famous when he assisted another student’s Elf on A shelf find her way home. Craig is dancing to raise funds for the PCSO K9 Unit.

Paulding County Fire & Rescue Lt. Joey Quadagno - Dancing with Melissa Jones

For over 20 years, Joey has answered the call as a firefighter - running towards things that most people run from. Now proudly serving as a Lieutenant for Paulding County Fire, he leads with steady hands, a cool head, and a heart for helping. Whether it's fighting fires or guiding his crew through high-stake situations, he's built a career on courage, dedication, and a few strong cups of station coffee.

When he hangs up his uniform, he trades in his fire boots for flip flops and spends time with his favorite people: His wife, Kaleigh, and their kids: Cameron, Carson, Caden, and Kinsley.

This year, Joey is stepping (and maybe tripping) into unfamiliar territory - his first ever dance competition! He is dancing to raise funds for the Paulding County Fire and Rescue's Honor Guard! Known for their sharp uniforms, flawless formations, and unwavering dedication they serve in several arenas across the state and beyond! Your pledges will help fund uniforms, equipment, travel, and training - so your Honor Guard can continue showing up with the precision, professionalism, and the passion they're well known for.

For this event, Joey has swapped fire drills for dance drills and is putting his best foot forward, literally, to help others again. He may not win…but with his heart in the right place and some solid moves, he's sure to win a few dollars, several laughs, and lots of votes.

Our Mission

At the Jess Rousey Honoring Heroes Foundation, our mission is to identify and address the needs of our local heroes and the agencies that support them. Since our inception in 2021, we are proud to have expanded our reach from serving just one county to now supporting multiple agencies throughout counties in the greater northwest Georgia area.

As we continue to grow, our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our heroes and their agencies remains steadfast. However, to expand our impact and serve even more heroes, we need your support. Please consider becoming a sponsor or donor. The Jess Rousey Honoring Heroes Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your donations are tax-deductible as permitted under IRS Section 170. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of the heroes who serve our communities.

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