Metro Voice News Editorial Standards

Established 1989 | Member, Evangelical Press Association

Our Commitment to Accuracy

Metro Voice News is committed to accurate, fair, and credible journalism that serves our community. As a member of the Evangelical Press Association, we maintain high standards while operating with our available resources.

Fact-Checking Process

We verify all stories through a practical two-step process:

Step 1: Reporter Verification

• Confirm facts with reliable sources
• Document sources used
• Verify quotes and statistics
• Check photo credits and permissions

Step 2: Editor Review

• Secondary source verification
• Fact and quote verification
• Legal compliance check
• Final accuracy review

Source Standards

We maintain credibility by:

• Using named sources whenever possible
• Explaining use of anonymous sources
• Disclosing any conflicts of interest
• Linking to primary sources online
• Clearly marking sponsored content

Corrections Policy

We correct errors promptly and transparently:

How We Handle Corrections:

• Corrections appear at the top of the article
• Correction date is noted
• Original article is updated
• Social media corrections posted if applicable
• Corrections kept on file internally

Report an Error:
Email: dwight @ metrovoicenews.com
Phone: 816-524-4522

Content Labels

We clearly identify:

• News reporting
• Opinion/Editorial
• Sponsored content
• Republished content

Article Standards

Each article includes:

• Author’s name
• Publication date
• Last updated date
• Clear attribution of sources

Professional Standards

We maintain quality through:

• EPA membership standards
• Regular staff training
• Industry best practices
• Annual policy review

Contact Us

For questions about our standards:
Email: dwight @ metrovoicenews.com
Phone: 816-524-4522

Last Updated: December 26, 2024