Government uses social media to interact with residents

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Governmental agencies in Southern Illinois are using Facebook to keep residents informed.

Murphysboro Mayor Will Stephens uses his own personal Facebook account to keep residents in the loop. He said the city also has a Facebook page for the same reason.

“I, as mayor, maintain a Facebook page and do my best to promote Murphysboro and inform the residents through it,” he said. “I often post about new businesses coming to town, boil water orders and discuss issues facing the city.”

He said his personal page is updated daily. Posts to the city’s Facebook page are less frequent, but are done at least once a week.

Marion also has a strong social media presence, said Information Technology Director Terrance Henry.

Source: thesouthern.com

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