Ethics & Truth in Publishing

Scioto Business Advocate Ethics & Truth in Publishing

Update: April 2025

At Scioto Business Advocate, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and transparency. Our mission is to provide reliable business news, resources, and advertising opportunities for the Scioto Valley and Southern Ohio. To ensure trust and professionalism, we adhere to strict ethical guidelines, ensuring all content is factual, business-focused, and free from editorial bias.

Our Ethical Standards:

1. Truth & Accuracy

All information published on Scioto Business Advocate is provided for informational and advertising purposes only. Content submitted by businesses is assumed to be accurate at the time of submission. While we strive to ensure reliability, we are not responsible for verifying third-party claims or statements. Any identified inaccuracies will be addressed and corrected when necessary.

2. Transparency & Accountability

We believe in clear and honest communication. Any sponsored content, paid advertising, or promotional features will be clearly disclosed. Corrections or updates will be made promptly when necessary, and we encourage businesses and readers to report any concerns or errors.

3. No Opinion or Editorial Content

Scioto Business Advocate does not allow political, religious, or personally inflammatory editorial or opinion-based content in any posting. Reference to politcal and economic outcomes are allowed but it is the position of SBA to remain nuetrual in it's presentation of the news. Our platform is dedicated strictly to business information, advertising, and resource sharing. All content must focus on business promotion, industry insights, or factual business updates, without political, personal, or opinion-driven perspectives.

4. Fairness & Integrity

We are committed to neutral and unbiased business reporting. Content must be professional, ethical, and focused on business development, economic growth, or informational purposes. We do not allow defamatory, misleading, or unethical content.

5. Responsible Business Support

As a platform dedicated to supporting local businesses, all advertising, press releases, and business listings must adhere to professional standards. Misleading claims, scams, or deceptive practices will not be tolerated.

Freedom of Speech & Copyright Policy

Scioto Business Advocate operates under the principles of freedom of speech, allowing businesses and advertisers to share factual information about their products, services, and industries. However, all content published on this platform is considered copyrighted, either by the publisher or the advertiser who submitted it.

No part of the content may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or sold without prior written permission from Scioto Business Advocate or the original content owner.
Any unauthorized use of published materials is strictly prohibited and subject to legal action.
Businesses submitting content must have the legal rights to all materials, including text, images, and media.

Commitment to Our Business Community

Scioto Business Advocate exists to connect and support businesses through ethical, informative, and professional content. We encourage businesses and readers to uphold these standards and report any content accuracy or integrity concerns.

For questions, concerns, or corrections, please contact us directly. Your trust and partnership in maintaining a credible business community are our priorities.

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