Welcome to Your Local Insight Journal, a platform dedicated to fostering informed, engaged, and connected communities in Lansing, MI. To ensure a positive and respectful environment for all users, we have established the following community rules. By participating in our platform, you agree to adhere to these guidelines, helping us maintain a space where everyone feels welcome and valued.
1. Respectful Communication
Be Kind and Courteous: Treat everyone with respect. Constructive discussions and diverse opinions are encouraged, but please avoid personal attacks, harassment, and abusive language.
No Hate Speech or Bullying: Discrimination, hate speech, and bullying are strictly prohibited. This includes content that promotes racism, sexism, homophobia, or any other form of bigotry.
2. Relevant and Constructive Content
Stay On Topic: Ensure your posts and comments are relevant to the discussion at hand. Off-topic posts may be removed to keep conversations focused and meaningful.
No Spam or Self-Promotion: Avoid spamming the community with repetitive posts, advertisements, or irrelevant links. Self-promotion is only allowed in designated areas or with prior permission from the moderators.
3. Privacy and Safety
Protect Personal Information: Do not share your own or others' personal information, such as addresses, phone numbers, or any other sensitive data. Respect the privacy of all community members.
Report Issues: If you encounter any content or behavior that violates these rules, please report it to our moderators. We take all reports seriously and will take appropriate action to address any issues.
4. Legal Compliance
Follow the Law: All content and activities on our platform must comply with local, state, and federal laws. This includes, but is not limited to, copyright laws, defamation laws, and privacy regulations.
No Illegal Activities: Do not engage in or promote illegal activities, including the sharing of pirated content, drug use, or any other unlawful behavior.
5. Account Responsibility
One Account per Person: Users are allowed only one account. Creating multiple accounts to bypass bans or to manipulate discussions is prohibited.
Keep Your Account Secure: Protect your account with a strong password and do not share your login information with others. You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.
6. Moderation and Enforcement
Moderation Decisions: Our moderators are here to enforce these rules and maintain a positive community environment. Their decisions are final, and repeated violations may result in temporary or permanent bans.
Appeals: If you believe a moderation decision was made in error, you may appeal by contacting our support team at [email protected]. We will review your case and respond as soon as possible.
7. Community Engagement
Contribute Positively: We encourage you to actively participate in discussions, share your insights, and support fellow community members. Positive engagement helps build a stronger, more vibrant community.
Feedback Welcome: We value your feedback and suggestions. If you have ideas on how we can improve our platform or community rules, please reach out to us at [email protected].
For any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at +1 517-410-6591 or visit us at 4679 Amethyst Drive, Lansing, MI 48910 during office hours, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
Need further assistance? Email us at [email protected].