Editorial Principles
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
Welcome to WLI Media («WLI Media,» «we,» «our,» or «us»).
WLI Media is an independent digital media company dedicated to informing, inspiring, and connecting communities through local storytelling, sports coverage, lifestyle content, and commerce.
These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of any website owned or operated by WLI Media, including:
- We Like Indy (welikeindy.com)
- WLI Sports (welikeindysports.com)
- WLI Shop (wlishop.com)
By accessing or using any WLI Media website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue using our websites.
Our Editorial Principles
Everything we publish is guided by four core principles.
Accuracy
We strive to provide accurate, timely, and reliable information. Whenever possible, our content is based on trusted sources, firsthand reporting, official announcements, or publicly available information.
Independence
Our editorial decisions are made independently. Advertisers, sponsors, partners, or affiliated organizations do not influence our editorial judgment.
Transparency
We believe our audience deserves transparency. We clearly identify sponsored content, disclose affiliate relationships when applicable, and explain our use of Artificial Intelligence through our separate AI Editorial Policy.
Community
Our purpose is to celebrate Indiana and the people who make it unique. We aim to create content that is informative, respectful, welcoming, and valuable to both residents and visitors.
Accuracy & Updates
We work hard to keep our content current and accurate.
However, information may change over time, particularly regarding:
- Event dates and schedules
- Business hours
- Restaurant information
- Ticket prices
- Promotions
- Attractions
- Sports schedules
- Community events
If we discover that published information is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, we will make reasonable efforts to update or correct it as soon as practical.
Readers are encouraged to verify important information directly with the event organizer, venue, business, or official source before making travel plans, purchases, or other decisions.
Sponsored Content & Advertising
WLI Media may work with brands, organizations, tourism partners, event organizers, and local businesses through advertising, sponsorships, affiliate relationships, or other commercial partnerships.
Our commitment to editorial integrity remains unchanged.
Whenever content has been created as part of a paid partnership or sponsorship, it will be clearly identified.
Advertising relationships do not guarantee editorial coverage, nor do they influence our independent editorial decisions.
Community Contributions
We welcome submissions from our community, including:
- Local events
- Hidden gems
- Business recommendations
- Stories
- Photos
- Tips
- Community initiatives
By submitting content to WLI Media, you confirm that you have the right to share it.
You retain ownership of your original content. However, you grant WLI Media permission to review, edit, publish, reproduce, and distribute your submission across our websites, newsletters, social media channels, and other digital platforms.
We reserve the right to decline, edit, or remove submissions that do not align with our editorial standards or community values.
External Links
Our websites may include links to third-party websites for additional information or convenience.
WLI Media does not control or endorse the content, services, or privacy practices of third-party websites and is not responsible for their accuracy, availability, or policies.
Information & Content Disclaimer
The content published by WLI Media is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
Although we make every reasonable effort to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee that every article, listing, guide, event, recommendation, or other published content will always reflect the most current information.
Business hours, event schedules, ticket availability, pricing, promotions, and other details may change without prior notice.
Readers are encouraged to verify important information directly with the relevant business, venue, event organizer, or official source before making travel plans, purchases, or other decisions.
Your use of our websites and reliance on any published information is at your own discretion.
Contact Us
If you believe we’ve published incorrect information, have a correction to suggest, or would like to contact our editorial team, we’d be happy to hear from you.
WLI Media
Email: hello@welikeindy.com
Website: welikeindy.com
