Terms of Service

Effective Date: October 3, 2026

Publisher: McCurtain County Government Transparency, Media LLC

Website: mccurtaincountygovernment.com

Welcome to McCurtain County News. By accessing or using our website, digital publications, or services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Intellectual Property & Copyright

All content published on McCurtain County News—including news articles, investigative reports, photography, graphics, logos, and audio/video media—is the exclusive property of McCurtain County Government Transparency, Media LLC and protected under United States and international copyright laws.

• Permitted Use: Readers may share links to our articles or quote short excerpts with proper attribution and a direct link back to the original source.

• Prohibited Use: Reproduction, republication, redistribution, or scraping of full articles without prior written consent from the publisher is strictly prohibited.

2. Editorial Oversight & Public Records

Our reporting relies on primary source documentation, official court filings, state statutes, and public records under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. While we strive for absolute accuracy, all content is provided for informational and journalistic purposes.

To request a factual correction, refer to our established procedures outlined on our About Us page or email corrections@mccurtaincountygovernment.com.

3. Reader Submissions & Comments

If you submit news tips, letters to the editor, or public comments:

• You grant us a non-exclusive license to publish, edit, or reproduce your submission across our editorial platforms.

• You warrant that submitted materials do not violate third-party rights, contain libelous content, or break applicable laws.

• Confidential whistleblower information submitted directly to tipdesk@mccurtaincountygovernment.com remains strictly confidential under shield standards.

4. Limitation of Liability

McCurtain County Government Transparency, Media LLC shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, or incidental damages resulting from the use or inability to use our site, reliance on published information, or external links provided within articles.

5. Contact & Legal Inquiries

For questions regarding these Terms of Service or permission requests:

• Publisher: Cristal Joslin (mccurtaincountynews@gmail.com)

• Technical Admin: Shane Collette (shane@mccurtaincountygovernment.com)

• Mailing Address: McCurtain County Government Transparency, Media LLC, Hochatown, OK 74728