Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions of Use

Effective Date: February 23rd, 2026
Website: WestGeorgiaTimes.com
Owner: West Georgia Times

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using West Georgia Times (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree, you must not access or use this Website.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, subscribers, contributors, advertisers, and any other individuals who access the Website.

2. Nature of Our Content

West Georgia Times is an independent digital news publication serving Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll counties in Georgia. We publish news reporting, commentary, multimedia content, opinion pieces, and other informational materials.

While we strive for accuracy and fairness, all content is provided for general informational purposes only and may be updated, corrected, or removed at any time without notice.

3. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

3.1 AI-Assisted Content Creation

West Georgia Times may use artificial intelligence tools and software to assist in:

  • Research
  • Content drafting
  • Editing and formatting
  • Headline generation
  • Image creation or enhancement
  • Data analysis
  • Transcription
  • Multimedia production

AI tools may assist our editorial workflow, but all content is subject to human oversight, review, and editorial discretion before publication when deemed appropriate.

3.2 AI-Generated Images and Media

Some images, illustrations, or visual content published on this Website may be generated, modified, enhanced, or recreated using artificial intelligence technologies.

AI-generated or AI-enhanced visuals may:

  • Represent illustrative depictions
  • Depict conceptual representations of events
  • Be symbolic in nature
  • Not represent actual photographs unless explicitly stated

We make no representation that AI-generated imagery reflects real persons, events, or circumstances unless clearly identified as authentic photography.

3.3 No Warranty Regarding AI Accuracy

Artificial intelligence systems may produce errors, inaccuracies, or incomplete information. While we implement fact-checking procedures, we do not warrant or guarantee that AI-assisted content is error-free.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, West Georgia Times disclaims liability for:

  • Errors generated by AI systems
  • Inadvertent inaccuracies
  • Misinterpretations
  • Unintentional resemblance to real persons
  • Hallucinated or incorrect AI output

4. Editorial Rights and Discretion

We reserve the absolute right to:

  • Edit, update, modify, or remove content
  • Correct errors
  • Add clarifications
  • Remove comments
  • Refuse publication submissions
  • Update headlines or multimedia
  • Suspend or terminate access

Editorial decisions are made at our sole discretion.

5. No Professional Advice

Content on this Website does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. You should consult appropriate professionals before relying on any information published on this Website.

6. User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for unlawful purposes
  • Attempt to interfere with site operations
  • Copy, reproduce, scrape, or republish content without permission
  • Misrepresent our content as your own
  • Use automated systems to extract data without authorization

7. Intellectual Property

All content, including text, graphics, logos, branding, AI-generated images, layout design, and multimedia materials, is the property of West Georgia Times unless otherwise stated.

Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or commercial use is strictly prohibited.

8. Third-Party Content and Links

The Website may include:

  • Links to third-party websites
  • Embedded media
  • Advertisements
  • Sponsored content

We are not responsible for third-party content, accuracy, privacy practices, or policies.

9. Defamation and Corrections Policy

We strive for factual, unbiased reporting. If you believe content is inaccurate or defamatory, you may submit a written correction request to:

[Insert Contact Email]

We reserve the right to determine, at our sole discretion, whether corrections, updates, or removals are warranted.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, West Georgia Times disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including:

  • Accuracy
  • Reliability
  • Merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

West Georgia Times, its owners, contributors, affiliates, employees, contractors, and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from:

  • Use of the Website
  • Reliance on published content
  • AI-generated content
  • Errors or omissions
  • Third-party content
  • Technical failures

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction is to discontinue use of the Website.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless West Georgia Times, its owners, employees, contractors, affiliates, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of:

  • Your use of the Website
  • Violation of these Terms
  • Misuse of content
  • Violation of any law or third-party rights

13. Copyright Complaints (DMCA)

If you believe content on this Website infringes your copyright, submit written notice including:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work
  • Identification of the infringing material
  • Your contact information
  • A statement under penalty of perjury

Send to:
[Insert DMCA Email or Address]

14. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in Georgia.

16. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and West Georgia Times regarding use of the Website.