The Communications & Marketing department for the City of Temple is responsible for all communications, marketing and advertising efforts for all city-related programs, projects, services and events, including but not limited to: disseminating information through the media; managing communications in an emergency response; managing all social media and websites; and providing photography, graphic design and video production services.
The department has been recognized for innovation and excellence awards from the National Association for Government Communicators (NAGC)Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards, Texas Travel Awards, Texas Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus (TACVB), City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) and Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO) for various awards!
For media inquiries, please call 254-298-5605 or send us an email to pio@templetx.gov
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Media Releases
The City issues official news to the media through media releases. If you have questions regarding the City's releases contact the Communications & Public Relations Division Director at 254-298-5605.
To visit the City of Temple Press Room click HERE.
Alert Temple (Emergency Text Alerts)
Alert Temple is our City of Temple emergency notification system.
It is easier than ever to sign-up for Alert Temple emergency notifications! Encourage your family, friends and neighbors to enroll, as well. All you have to do is text "ALERTTEMPLE" to 99411 and you will be able to sign-up for the alerts and location-specific weather warnings! Learn more about Alert Temple here.
Text Temple (News & Information Alerts)
TextTemple is our new City of Temple community notification platform! You can elect which news and information you are interested in receiving so you can stay updated with what is happening around the City! Enroll now by texting "TEMPLE" to 888-384-2540
By freely supplying your mobile number, you agree to receive text messages from the City of Temple. Up to 10/msg month. Reply STOP to cancel, HELP for help. Msg & Data rates may apply.
Nextdoor Neighborhood Communication
The City of Temple uses the Nextdoor App to engage and connect with residents across Temple. Nextdoor is not an official or emergency reporting service and is not a substitute for dialing 911. This app is used for neighborhood-specific alerts such as water leaks, solid waste updates, neighborhood service events, and more! Sign up through your home address and be sure to subscribe to the City of Temple page.
