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January 19, 2026

MLK Day Closures and Day of Service Set for Monday in Chattooga County

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Banks, the post office, and government offices in Chattooga County and in the cities of Summerville, Trion, Lyerly, and Menlo are closed today, Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader of the Civil Rights Movement who helped bring national attention to the fight for equality through nonviolent action. The holiday is also recognized as a National Day of Service, encouraging people to give back to their communities as a way to honor Dr. King’s message.

Locally, a Day of Service will be held Monday, January 19th at Fairway Recreation Center, 81 Senior Drive, Summerville. The event begins at 10 AM with Felicia’s Kids, and everyone is invited to come and join this event sponsored by the Chattooga County MLK Committee.

January 18, 2026

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Snow Stays South and East as Chattooga County Turns Cold and Clear for MLK Day Weekend

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Snow is expected to remain to the east and south of Chattooga County, while local residents see a colder, quieter stretch of weather through early next week. Cloudy skies will hang on through midmorning today before gradual clearing takes over, with temperatures topping out near 41 degrees. A west wind of 5 to 10 mph will add a bite at times, with gusts that could reach 20 mph.

January 18, 2026

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Chattooga County Offices, Banks and Post Offices Closed Monday for MLK Day

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Residents across Chattooga County are being reminded that Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and several services will pause for the holiday.

January 16, 2026

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Lecrae to Keynote Berry College’s MLK Day Celebration in Rome: Public Invited Jan. 19

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Northwest Georgia will have a major national voice on campus this Martin Luther King Jr. Day as four-time GRAMMY-winning Christian hip-hop artist, author, and actor Lecrae headlines Berry College’s MLK Day celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 10 a.m. in the Krannert Ballroom.

January 7, 2026

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Chattooga County to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Worship Service and Day of Service

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The Chattooga County community is invited to come together for a weekend of remembrance, worship, and service in honor of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. later this month in Summerville.