Submission Guidelines:

1. Relevance to Camp Verde:
   
   • Submissions should be directly related to the Town of Camp Verde, AZ. Content should engage or inform the local community about local issues, events, businesses, or personalities.
2. Accuracy and Truthfulness:
   
   • All submissions must be fact-checked. Provide sources where necessary to support claims or data. Misinformation or unverified content will not be accepted.
3. Originality:
   
   • We accept only original content. Plagiarism or the use of content without proper attribution will result in rejection. If you’re using quotes or data from another source, please cite them.
4. Tone and Language:
   
   • Maintain a respectful and constructive tone. Avoid inflammatory or derogatory language. Remember, your content should contribute positively to community discourse.
5. Ethics:
   
   • Adhere to journalistic ethics. This includes avoiding conflicts of interest, not accepting payments for stories, and ensuring privacy where necessary. Do not publish personal information without consent.
6. Format and Style:
   
   • Write clearly and concisely. Use headings, bullet points, or lists to enhance readability. For longer pieces, consider breaking content into sections.
   • Photos or videos are encouraged but must be your own or you must have permission to use them. Credit must be given where due.
7. Submission Process:
   
   • Submit your blog post via our designated submission form on the website. Include a title, byline, and a brief author bio.
   • Expect a review period of up to two weeks. You will be notified if your submission is accepted or if revisions are needed.
8. Word Count:
   
   • Blog posts should generally be between 500-1500 words. Exceptions can be made for particularly compelling content.
9. Editing:
   
   • Camp Verde News reserves the right to edit submissions for space constraints, clarity, grammar, style, and to fit the publication’s standards. Significant changes will be discussed with the author.
10. Legal and Copyright:
    
    • By submitting your work, you grant Camp Verde News the right to publish, edit, and distribute your content on our platforms. However, you retain the copyright to your content.
11. Feedback and Interaction:
    
    • Engage with comments on your posts if you feel comfortable doing so. Community interaction is encouraged but must remain respectful and constructive.

Disclaimer:

Camp Verde News does not endorse the views or opinions expressed in user-created content unless explicitly stated. The publication of a blog post does not imply agreement with its content by Camp Verde News or its staff.

By submitting your content, you agree to these guidelines. Let’s work together to enrich the narrative of Camp Verde.