Trust starts with transparency. Arundel Post covers Anne Arundel County, Maryland, with a focus on local government, elections, business, education, development, and the creative economy. This page explains how we approach editorial independence, commercial relationships, and accountability.

Editorial independence

Our editorial decisions are guided by newsworthiness, accuracy, and relevance to our readers. Advertisers, sponsors, and other financial supporters do not purchase favorable news coverage or control our reporting.

A commercial relationship does not shield an organization or individual from scrutiny.

Advertising and sponsored content

Paid placements are identified with labels such as “Advertisement,” “Sponsored,” or “Paid Content.” Sponsored content is distinct from independently produced journalism, and its financial relationship should be clear to readers.

An advertisement’s appearance on Arundel Post does not constitute an editorial endorsement of the advertiser, its products, or its claims.

Affiliate links and recommendations

If we publish links that may earn us a commission when readers make a purchase, we disclose that relationship within the relevant article or section. Any commission does not increase the price readers pay through the link.

Recommendations should reflect their usefulness to readers, with any material commercial relationship clearly identified.

Conflicts of interest

Writers and contributors must disclose personal, professional, political, or financial relationships that could affect—or reasonably appear to affect—their coverage.

When a relevant conflict exists, we may disclose it alongside the story, assign another writer, or decline the submission. Contributors may not accept payment, gifts, or favors in exchange for favorable editorial coverage.

Elections and opinion

Our election reporting aims to help residents understand candidates, campaign finances, public policies, and the voting process.

Opinion pieces, guest commentary, and endorsements, if published, are labeled separately from news reporting. A contributor’s views do not necessarily represent those of Arundel Post.

Political advertising, if accepted, is identified as paid advertising and does not imply an endorsement.

Use of artificial intelligence

If artificial intelligence tools assist with research, transcription, drafting, or editing, editorial responsibility remains with Arundel Post. Facts, quotations, and sources must be verified before publication.

AI-generated or materially altered visuals that could be mistaken for documentary photographs should be clearly labeled. We do not present invented quotations, interviews, or events as factual reporting.

Corrections and updates

We aim to publish accurate information and correct substantive errors promptly. Significant corrections should explain what was wrong and what has changed. Stories may also be updated as new information becomes available.

To report an error, email olu@arundelpost.com with the article link, the disputed information, and supporting evidence.

External links

We link to outside websites to provide sources and additional context. Those websites operate independently and may change their content or privacy practices. Linking to a source does not mean we endorse everything it publishes.

Contact

For questions about editorial standards, sponsorships, conflicts of interest, or these disclosures, contact olu@arundelpost.com