Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: 02/17/2025

Welcome to The Shelby Report (the “Website”), operated by Shelby Publishing Co., Inc d/b/a The Shelby Report (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). Please read these Terms carefully before using our Website. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website.

2. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If we make material changes, we will notify you by posting the updated Terms on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Use of the Website

3.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use the Website. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this eligibility requirement.

3.2 License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website for personal or internal business purposes, subject to these Terms.

3.3 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
  • Violate any laws in your jurisdiction.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its related systems.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers connected to the Website.
  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content on the Website without our prior written consent.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Shelby Publishing Co., Inc or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from the Website without our express written permission.

5. User Accounts

If you create an account on the Website, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and password. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account. We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at any time for any reason.

6. Privacy

Your use of the Website is subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Website, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

7. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You access third-party links at your own risk.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website is provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee that the Website will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shelby Publishing Co., Inc and its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or related to your use of the Website.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Shelby Publishing Co., Inc, its affiliates, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

12. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms or the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration in the State of Georgia, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

13. Contact Information

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

Shelby Publishing Co., Inc d/b/a The Shelby Report
517 Green Street NW
Gainesville, GA 30501
Main Office: 770-534-8380
Circulation Information: 888-498-0771
Support Email: [email protected]

14. Miscellaneous

  • These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Shelby Publishing Co., Inc regarding the Website.
  • If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
  • Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

15. Text Messaging Service

By providing your mobile number, you agree that Shelby Publishing Co., Inc. dba The Shelby Report may send you periodic SMS or MMS messages containing but not limited to important information, updates, deals, and specials.

15.1 Message Frequency
You will receive up to 4 messages per month.

15.2 Opt-Out Instructions
You may unsubscribe at any time by texting the word STOP to (678) 208-5791. You may receive a subsequent message confirming your opt-out request. For help, send the word HELP to (678) 208-5791.

15.3 Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply. Participating carriers in the United States include but are not limited to: AT&T, T-Mobile®, Verizon Wireless, Sprint, Boost, U.S. Cellular®, MetroPCS®, InterOp, Cellcom, C Spire Wireless, Cricket, Virgin Mobile and others.

T-Mobile is not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

15.4 Updating Your Information
You agree to notify us of any changes to your mobile number and update your account with us to reflect this change.

15.5 Data Collection and Use
Data obtained from you in connection with this SMS service may include your cell phone number, your carrier’s name, and the date, time, and content of your messages, as well as other information that you provide. We may use this information to contact you and to provide the services you request from us.

15.6 Service Changes or Termination
By subscribing or otherwise using the service, you acknowledge and agree that we will have the right to change and/or terminate the service at any time, with or without cause and/or advance notice.

15.7 Charges
Though Shelby Publishing Co., Inc. dba The Shelby Report will never charge you for the text messages you receive, depending on your phone plan, you may see some charges from your mobile provider. Please reach out to your wireless provider if you have questions about your text or data plan.

15.8 Contact Information
If you have any questions about the texting service, please contact Shelby Publishing Co., Inc. Office at (770) 534-8380.


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