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April 21, 2026Smart XEO: The Future of Local Government Websites By using Artificial Intelligence to improve access to information rather than complicate it, Smart XEO allows municipalities to provide user-friendly...

April 17, 2026Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Local Government  TextMyGov is preparing to release several government approved AI services. Explore now how to establish responsible AI governance in local...

March 19, 2026The Subtle Power of the TextMyGov Widget The TextMyGov widget is a simple website feature that quietly drives massive growth in resident engagement, text alert sign-ups, and trust.Table...

February 17, 2026Your 2026 Voter Engagement Toolkit Prepare your organization to handle the increased voter turnout expected in the 2026 election season.Table of Contents The Complexity of the 2026 Election...

New Feature Release: TextMyGov Mass Emails! January 26, 2026Author: Emma Conway, Marketing Communications ManagerTextMyGov is happy to announce a new, highly anticipated feature: Mass Emails! TextMyGov is expanding beyond texting to become your one-stop-shop communication platform, capable of managing...

Upcoming Text Talk: Real Results From a City Communications Team January 14, 2026Author: Emma Conway, Marketing Communications ManagerRegistration is now open for the TextMyGov Text Talk: Real Results From a City...

How TextMyGov Ensures FOIA Compliance January 12, 2026Author: Emma Conway, Marketing Communications ManagerWhat is the FOIA? The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a cornerstone of government transparency in the United States....

TextMyGov Acquires UpAhead January 7, 2026Author: Emma Conway, Marketing Communications ManagerWe are excited to announce that TextMyGov has recently acquired UpAhead, a government texting software solution. The acquisition marks a step forward in TextMyGov’s mission to strengthen communication...

Introducing TextMyGov Packages December 15th, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Marketing Communications ManagerThis Christmas, TextMyGov’s present to all new and existing clients is a new package structure! Check with your Client Relations...

November 24, 2026100 Texting Abbreviations Everyone Should Know Dive into the evolution of text acronyms, why they remain widely used today, and how understanding common abbreviations helps municipal staff communicate...

4 Questions to Evaluate Your Emergency Communication Plan October 15, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistHurricane season is far from over and winter storm season is rapidly approaching. The time...

TextMyGov for Public Works Webinar October 9, 2025 • 30 min Registration is now open for the TextMyGov Public Works Webinar, as part of the 2025 iWorQ Summit Online Webinar...

September 8, 2026What is TextMyGov and How Do I Use it? TextMyGov is a two-way communication platform that allows residents to easily access information, report issues, and receive timely notifications...

TextMyGov for Community Development September 11, 2025 • 45 min We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the TextMyGov Community Development Webinar, part of the 2025 iWorQ...

Why Texting should be at the Core of Your Mass Notification System August 13 , 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistAs community leaders, the public relies on you to find...

Expect the Unexpected: New Real-Time Alerts for your Texting Toolbox July 30, 2025 • 30 min Mark your calendars for our new Customer Exclusive webinar on Wednesday, July 30th. Maddie...

Did You Get a Text From Us? July 9, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistLet’s find out why.  At TextMyGov, Texting is at the core of who we are and...

You’ve Been a Loyal Partner to us <3 Let us Reward You! June 26, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing Specialist“TextMyGov has been a valuable tool in reaching residents in a...

Meet the TextMyGov Authors May 22, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Sheppard Sonntag, and Jonathan VargasSheppard Sonntag Sheppard Sonntag has been with TextMyGov for over a year, beginning as a Digital Marketing...

Introducing 5 New Features to Increase Your Reach May 15, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistAt TextMyGov, we are constantly working to enhance our services and respond to the evolving...

Reaching Citizens Where They Are April 30, 2025 • 30 min We’re excited to invite our valued TextMyGov customers to an exclusive “Reaching Citizens Where They Are” webinar on Wednesday,...

Easily Enhance Your Touch, Sound, and Vision on Your Smartphone! April 2, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistTechnology is for ALL Technology is for all, though the factory settings on...

The Rise of Tech-Savvy Seniors: How Older Generations Are Adapting in 2025 March 18, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistSeniors and Technology Today In 2025, technology plays an essential role...

TextMyGov Achieves World Class Status with NPS Score of 80 March 4, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistTextMyGov Achieves NPS of 80: A Testament to Customer Satisfaction TextMyGov, a leading...

Advantages of Texting VS Social Media February 11, 2025Author: Emma Conway, Digital Marketing SpecialistImagine you’re the mayor of a small town. It’s 7 p.m., dinner is on the stove, and...

Strategic Alerts to Unite Communities For Current Customers January 15, 2025Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerFeatured Webinar We are thrilled to invite current TextMyGov customers to our exclusive webinar,...

Safe and Sound November 11, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerSmooth Sailin’ Imagine resident-to-government communication as navigating a vast ocean. TextMyGov is your guiding lighthouse, making interactions as simple...

3 Ways Government Text Messaging Supports Elections October 25, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerAs a local government employee involved with elections, texting can help allocate resources more efficiently...

TextMyGov for Public Works | Live Exclusive Webinar October 10, 2024 September 26, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerFeatured Webinar We’re excited to share that registration is now open for...

Referral Program August 23, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerWhat is the Referral Program? As a client-focused company, TextMyGov’s mission is to empower local governments with a cutting-edge, smart...

TextMyGov for Community Development | Live Exclusive Webinar August 23, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerFeatured Webinar We’re excited to share that registration is now open for the TextMyGov Community...

Uniting Communities August 13, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerCommunication unites. When clear and effective communication is implemented, room for misunderstanding decreases, and trust increases. Strong relationships are the...

91896 July 23, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerWhat is TextMyGov? TextMyGov is a government tech company that provides smart texting technology to government agencies across the United States....

Become a TextMyGov Expert | Live Exclusive Webinar July 17, 2024 June 28, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerFeatured Webinar We are excited to invite our clients to our...

TextMyGov is Powered by iWorQ Systems June 21, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerWhat is TextMyGov and iWorQ Systems? TextMyGov provides smart texting technology to over 800 municipalities in...

Boosting FOIA Compliance with TextMyGov June 5, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerWhat is FOIA? The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is fundamental to US democracy. It grants the...

TextMyGov Elections May 31, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerTextMyGov offers numerous benefits for managing elections. One of the key advantages is reducing the volume of phone calls elections...

The Power of Smart Texting Technology May 17, 2024Author: Sheppard SonntagNo Apps. Just Text Us! TextMyGov, a smart texting company, empowers municipalities nationwide to communicate more efficiently and straightforwardly with...

55th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week  May 9, 2024Author:  Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerTextMyGov celebrates the 55th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week from May 5 to May 11, 2024....

TextMyGov Widget May 6, 2024Author: Sheppard Sonntag, Social Media Marketing ManagerWhat is a widget? TextMyGov employs smart texting technology to optimize cost-effective communication between municipalities and residents. Residents can receive...