Keeping Residents Informed and Connected

The Communications Division oversees production and distribution of public information, directs media and public outreach efforts and serves as content producer and editor for a variety of print, electronic, video and other communications materials for the Town. The division is charged with enhancing Garner’s image and profile and works with regional partners to achieve marketing and branding objectives. It also takes the lead on a variety of special projects as assigned by the town manager.

The Communications Division may work with the Police Department’s public information officer and other agencies’ PIOs/communications professionals in emergency or crisis situations to ensure that the public receives accurate and timely information.

There are numerous ways residents can receive news and information from the Town:

• E-notifications: Sign up for the e-mail notifications of your choice; visit the e-notifications page for signups.
• Social media: Follow the Town on its numerous social media pages. To follow the Town's main accounts (or to sign up on NextDoor), click on the social media icons in the top right-hand corner of this page next to the Search field.
• Garner info app: Download the Town's free garner info mobile app for Apple and Android devices. Search "garner info" in Apple or Google app stores.
• TV and video: The Town also operates a public, educational and governmental channel on Spectrum channel 11. The Town's video productions also can be viewed on demand on its YouTube channel. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel and be informed when a new video is posted.
  
  

In addition, Wake County offers the Ready Wake alert system for receiving notifications concerning extreme weather and other emergency matters.