Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services Honors Excellence at 2025 Awards Ceremony
Photo by Bartow County Government Christian Howell receives the Callison Howell “Heart of Service” Award alongside department leadership during the 2025 Awards Ceremony.
Photo by Bartow County Government Award recipients Cameron Blaney, Mickey Cooper, and Christian Howell pose with their honors following the ceremony.
Photo by Bartow County Government Cameron Blaney, named Rookie of the Year, stands with department leadership in recognition of his dedication and work ethic.
Photo by Bartow County Government Cameron Blaney is recognized for his contributions during his first year of service with Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services.
Photo by Bartow County Government Mickey Cooper accepts the Officer of the Year Award, honored for outstanding performance and commitment since day one.
January 14, 2026 — Bartow County Government and Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services recognized outstanding service and dedication during their End-of-Year Awards Ceremony, honoring five firefighters for exceptional performance, leadership, and character throughout 2025. The ceremony highlighted individuals nominated by department leadership for going above and beyond in service to the community and their fellow responders. Award recipients included Officer of the Year Mickey Cooper, Rookie of the Year Cameron Blaney, Callison Howell “Heart of Service” Award recipient Christian Howell, Instructor of the Year Peter Quezada, and Firefighter of the Year Joseph Green. While Quezada and Green were not pictured, department officials praised all honorees for their commitment, professionalism, and positive impact on public safety across Bartow County.
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