Cobb Sheriff’s Office brings Santa On Wheels holiday cheer

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Cobb Sheriff's Office brings Santa On Wheels holiday cheer
Students pose with Sheriff Owens as Santa Claus and Mrs. Owens as Mrs. Claus during the 2025 Santa on Wheels event.

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On Saturday, Dec. 13, the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), in partnership with the Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation, spread holiday cheer to students and families through its annual Santa on Wheels program, also known as “Santa Sobre Ruedas”. This year’s initiative shifted to a school-centered approach, delivering toys to elementary students from feeder schools supporting the Lindley and Floyd Middle Schools in Cobb County.

Throughout the morning, CCSO deputies, civilian staff, volunteers, and community partners distributed more than 2,000 toys, hosted bike raffles, and created festive moments for students and families. Sheriff Craig D. Owens and Mrs. Sharon Owens personally took part in the celebration, serving as Santa and Mrs. Claus, bringing smiles, laughter, and holiday magic to students at both school locations.

Dedicated volunteers and partners from Walmart and the Martin Luther King Jr. Center joined  to ensure a memorable holiday experience for hundreds of families.

“Santa on Wheels is about more than toys — it’s about showing our community that they are seen, valued, and supported,” said Robert Haley, founder and executive director of the Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation. “Because of the generosity of our partners, volunteers, and citizens, we were able to make a meaningful impact on Cobb County families and bring joy to thousands of children this holiday season. We are grateful for everyone who helped make this possible.”

At Floyd Middle School, students added to the festive atmosphere with live performances by the string orchestra and dance team, showcasing their talent and contributing to a joyful, community-centered celebration.

Santa on Wheels remains a cherished CCSO tradition, reflecting the Office’s ongoing commitment to uplifting the community and living out its motto: One Team. One Fight. One Community.

Col. Michael A. Williams helps showcase the toys collected for students.
Walmart volunteers partner with the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office to distribute toys at Lindley Middle School.
Bike raffle winners celebrate with Mr. Robert Haley, founder and executive director of the Cobb Sheriff’s Foundation.
Command staff members pose together during the 2025 Santa on Wheels event at Floyd Middle School.
Pictured left to right: Community Volunteer, Major Jacob Huval, Lt. Col. Stacey Bains, and Col. Eric Yeager.
A smiling student takes a ride on the bike she won in the raffle during the 2025 Santa on Wheels celebration.

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