Today, Monday, February 16, 2026, is a designated U.S. federal holiday in observance of Washington’s Birthday, more commonly known as Presidents’ Day. The holiday is observed on the third Monday of February and honors the legacy of George Washington, with broader recognition often extended to Abraham Lincoln and other U.S. presidents.
As a federal holiday, non-essential federal offices are closed, along with banks, post offices, and many libraries. There will be no mail delivery today. While government services pause, most retail stores, restaurants, and private businesses remain open, though hours may vary by location.
Officially listed as Washington’s Birthday by federal law and the Office of Personnel Management, the Presidents’ Day name has become widely used by the public over time, reflecting its expanded historical significance.
The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office reports that a 61-year-old Summerville man was arrested following a domestic-related call earlier this month.
According to an incident report covering the period of February 3 through February 10, 2026, deputies were dispatched on February 7 to Cottonwood Street in reference to a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, deputies encountered an ongoing dispute between two individuals at the residence.
The report states that after returning to the scene later that evening, deputies heard threats of bodily harm. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to the Chattooga County Jail.
Authorities say the individual has been charged with Felony Terroristic Threats and Acts and Disorderly Conduct. The case remains under investigation.
Voters across Northwest Georgia can begin casting ballots today in a special election to fill the vacant Georgia State Senate District 53 seat following the resignation of Colton Moore, who stepped down to run for U.S. Congress after the vacancy created by former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation.
The Chattooga County Environmental Health Department has released health inspection results for the first half of February 2026, showing a range of scores for local food service establishments in Summerville and Trion.
The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with AdventHealth to host a Heart Health Month Lunch & Learn on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be held at 10050 Commerce Street in Summerville and is open to the public.
Organizers say the Lunch & Learn will focus on heart health awareness and prevention, with Dr. Himanshu Patel, MD serving as the guest speaker. The catered lunch is sponsored by AdventHealth, and attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about maintaining heart health while connecting with local professionals.
Reservations are required for the event, and interested participants are encouraged to review event policies and secure their spot in advance.
Visit the Chattooga Chamber Facebook page or their website for more details and registration.
Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites is inviting outdoor enthusiasts to take part in the Run for the Trees: Happy Little 5K, a Bob Ross-inspired virtual event scheduled for April 18–26, 2026. Participants can complete 3.1 miles anywhere outdoors—running, walking, hiking, rolling, biking, skating, or paddling—at their own pace and in the location of their choice.
Locally, the event is being highlighted by the Friends of Sloppy Floyd State Park in Summerville, who encourage residents to take advantage of nearby trails and natural spaces while supporting conservation efforts. Registration costs $36 and includes a Happy Little T-shirt, commemorative bib number, sticker, and a Bob Ross-inspired finisher medal.
Timed between Earth Day and Arbor Day, the event helps raise awareness about the importance of healthy forests, with proceeds supporting tree planting and forest protection projects across Georgia’s State Parks. More information and registration details are available at friendsofgastateparks.org/HappyLittle5K.
AdventHealth Medical Group is expanding access to healthcare in Chattooga County with the opening of a new Primary Care & Urgent Care clinic in Summerville this month.
The new clinic, AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care & Urgent Care at Summerville, will open today, February 16 and will be located at 9777 Rome Boulevard, Summerville, GA 30747. The location will provide whole-person primary care for patients of all ages, along with occupational health, workers’ compensation, and school health services. Organizers say walk-in and same-day appointments will be available to help meet urgent and routine healthcare needs quickly.
Care at the Summerville clinic will be provided by nurse practitioners Christie Tankersley, ACNP-BC, and Anna Nicole Herring, FNP-C. AdventHealth Medical Group says the new clinic is part of its continued commitment to bringing high-quality, compassionate care closer to families across Northwest Georgia.
A major sanitation rate increase approved by Summerville City Council is drawing criticism from Councilwoman Simone Adams, who says she voted against the change because the jump is too steep for residents to absorb at one time.