At Shelby Community, we are committed to delivering accurate, reliable, and trustworthy content to our readers. To ensure the integrity of the information we publish, we adhere to the following fact-checking policy:
1. Source Verification
- We rely on credible, authoritative, and verifiable sources when gathering information. These include reputable news outlets, government websites, academic publications, and expert opinions.
- We make every effort to ensure that our sources are current and relevant. Information that becomes outdated or disproven is corrected or removed promptly.
2. Accuracy and Transparency
- All claims, statistics, and quotes presented on our platform are checked for accuracy before publication. If any errors or inaccuracies are discovered after publication, we will issue corrections or clarifications.
- In cases where information cannot be fully verified or is based on unconfirmed sources, we will clearly note this in the article and provide context for our readers.
3. Bias and Neutrality
- We strive to maintain neutrality and avoid bias in our reporting. Our editorial team works to present information fairly and objectively, offering multiple viewpoints when necessary.
- Any content that expresses opinions will be clearly labeled as such to distinguish it from factual reporting.
4. Corrections and Updates
- If factual errors are identified, Shelby Community will promptly correct them, providing transparency to our readers about the nature of the correction.
- We also update older articles to reflect new, verified information or changes in circumstances that may affect the content.
5. External Fact-Checking Collaboration
- Whenever possible, we collaborate with independent fact-checking organizations or experts in the field to verify contentious or complex claims.
6. Reader Feedback
- We encourage our readers to reach out if they spot a factual error or believe that a piece of information is incorrect. Feedback can be sent directly to our editorial team via the contact form on our website.
By upholding these practices, we aim to ensure that Shelby Community remains a trusted and reliable source of information for our readers.