Fact-Check Policy

At HopewellBloomington.org, we are committed to providing factual, balanced, and verifiable information across all our news categories. Our readers rely on us to deliver accurate updates about government programs, rare coins, community developments, and public-interest topics. To honor that trust, we have implemented a transparent fact-checking process for every piece of content published on our platform.

🔹 Our Commitment to Accuracy

We recognize that the information we share—especially related to stimulus payments, government policies, urban development plans, and numismatic discoveries—has real-world consequences. Our editorial team takes multiple steps to ensure that the facts presented are:

Supported by verified, credible sources
Placed in accurate and relevant context
Written in clear, unbiased language
Updated as new information becomes available

We make every effort to avoid misinformation, misrepresentation, or sensationalism.

🔹 Our Sources

We rely on a wide range of official, reputable, and publicly accessible sources, including but not limited to:

Government websites such as IRS.gov, USA.gov, SSA.gov, and local city or state portals
Official press releases and public statements from government agencies
City planning and municipal development boards (e.g., City of Bloomington)
Reputable news outlets with editorial standards
Certified coin grading agencies and public auction records (for coin-related content)
Academic and institutional research when applicable

When available, source links are included within the article to promote transparency.

🔹 The Fact-Checking Process

Our editorial workflow includes the following steps:

Topic selection based on public interest and news relevance
Preliminary research using primary and secondary sources
Drafting by trained writers who summarize complex information clearly
Manual fact-checking by an editor or researcher before publication
Final review for tone, balance, and policy compliance (Google News/Discover)
Post-publication monitoring for accuracy and updates

We do not publish AI-generated content without human review and verification.

🔹 Corrections and Updates

Despite our best efforts, occasional errors may occur. If incorrect information is identified:

The content will be corrected promptly
A correction note may be added at the bottom of the article (if applicable)
We will notify readers if the correction materially affects the context or outcome

Readers are encouraged to report errors to:
📧 [email protected]

Please include:

A link to the article
A brief explanation of the issue
A suggested correction with source (if available)

🔹 Editorial Independence

HopewellBloomington.org does not accept sponsored articles, paid placements, or affiliate content. All editorial decisions are made independently to maintain unbiased reporting and uphold public trust.

Our content is created for informational purposes only and is free from commercial influence.