Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our website

Last updated: January 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of The Visalia Chronicle website at visaliachronicle.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms:

  • "Site" refers to The Visalia Chronicle website at visaliachronicle.com and all associated pages and services
  • "Content" refers to all text, articles, photographs, graphics, videos, and other materials published on the Site
  • "User" or "you" refers to any individual who accesses or uses the Site
  • "User Content" or "Submissions" refers to any content, including news tips, letters, photos, or other materials, submitted by users to The Visalia Chronicle
  • "Services" refers to all features, content, and functionality provided through the Site
  • "We," "us," or "our" refers to The Visalia Chronicle

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this Site, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

3. Description of Service

The Visalia Chronicle is a news publication providing local news, information, and entertainment content. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Site at any time without notice.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including but not limited to text, articles, photographs, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of The Visalia Chronicle or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

Permitted Uses

You may:

  • View and read content for personal, non-commercial use
  • Share links to our articles on social media
  • Print articles for personal use
  • Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and a link to the original article

Prohibited Uses

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without written permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without a license
  • Remove or alter any copyright notices or attributions
  • Use automated systems to scrape or collect content from our Site
  • Frame or mirror any part of the Site without permission

For licensing inquiries or permission to republish content, please contact us at staff@visaliachronicle.com.

5. User Conduct

When using our Site, you agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
  • Use the Site to transmit malware, spam, or harmful content
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Harvest or collect information about other users
  • Use the Site in any way that could damage our reputation

6. User Submissions

If you submit content to us, including news tips, story ideas, letters, photos, or other materials ("Submissions"), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute your Submissions in any media.

You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to submit such content and that your Submissions do not violate the rights of any third party.

7. Third-Party Content and Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

8. Advertising

The Site may display advertisements from third-party advertisers. Your interactions with advertisers, including any purchases, are solely between you and the advertiser. We are not responsible for any loss or damage arising from such interactions.

9. Recipe & Cooking Disclaimer

The recipes and cooking information provided on The Visalia Chronicle are for general informational and entertainment purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and helpful content, cooking methods, ingredient handling, and food preparation can involve inherent risks.

By using any recipe or cooking advice found on this website, you acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for your own safety, food handling, ingredient selection, cooking methods, and kitchen practices. The Visalia Chronicle is not responsible for any injuries, illnesses, allergic reactions, damages, losses, or adverse outcomes that may result from the use of this information.

Always follow proper food safety guidelines, verify ingredient labels for allergens, and use appropriate caution when handling hot surfaces, sharp tools, and cooking equipment.

10. Privacy & Data Handling

Your privacy is important to us. Any personal information collected through the Site is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Site, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by visiting our Cookie Preferences page.

11. Age Requirements

The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 18, we encourage you to use the Site only with the involvement and consent of a parent or guardian.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

While we strive for accuracy in our reporting, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any content. News and information may be updated or corrected after publication.

13. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE VISALIA CHRONICLE AND ITS OWNERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ANY CONTENT.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Visalia Chronicle and its owners, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

15. Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of Tulare County, California.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: staff@visaliachronicle.com