Our Editorial Standards
Shelbyville Connect is committed to accurate, fair, and locally relevant journalism. Every article published on this site goes through an editorial review process before publication. We do not publish content designed to mislead, sensationalize, or harm individuals or organizations in the Bedford County community.
We cover local news, community events, business, history, schools, and public affairs in Shelbyville and Bedford County, Tennessee. Our goal is to inform — not to advocate for political positions or personal agendas.
Sourcing & Accuracy
We rely on primary sources wherever possible — public records, official websites, direct interviews, and government data. When we cite secondary sources, we link to them directly. If a source cannot be verified, we do not publish the claim.
Statistics, dates, and figures are checked against authoritative sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, Tennessee state agencies, and official Bedford County government records.
AI-Assisted Content
Some articles on Shelbyville Connect are researched and drafted with the assistance of AI writing tools. All AI-assisted content is reviewed, edited, and approved by our editorial team before publication. We do not publish AI-generated content without human review. Facts, claims, and figures in AI-assisted articles are verified against primary sources.
Corrections Policy
We take accuracy seriously. If we make a factual error, we will correct it promptly and transparently.
- Minor corrections (spelling, grammar, formatting) are made silently.
- Factual corrections are noted at the bottom of the affected article with a correction notice and the date it was made.
- Significant corrections that change the meaning of an article are disclosed prominently within the article body.
To request a correction, contact us at: shelbyvilleconnect@gmail.com with the subject line "Correction Request." Please include the article URL, the specific error, and the correct information with a source if available. We will respond within 3 business days.
Sponsored Content & Advertising
Shelbyville Connect accepts advertising and sponsored listings through our directory and classifieds. Sponsored content is always clearly labeled as "Sponsored" or "Ad." Editorial decisions are never influenced by advertisers. Our news and article coverage is independent of our commercial relationships.
Independence
Shelbyville Connect is independently owned and operated. We have no affiliation with any political party, government body, or corporation. Coverage decisions are made solely by our editorial team based on newsworthiness and community relevance.
Contact
Questions about our editorial practices? Email us at shelbyvilleconnect@gmail.com.