Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: 4 July 2025
Welcome to TheKetteringOhio.com. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the TheKetteringOhio.com website, including all newsletter content and services (collectively, the “Service”). This is a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you”) and TheKetteringOhio.com (“we,” “us,” “our”).
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access the Service.
1. Intellectual Property Rights
The Service and its original content, including but not-limited-to text, data compilations, graphics, logos, and the arrangement and presentation of all content, are and will remain the exclusive property of TheKetteringOhio.com and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of the United States. Our trademarks may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.
2. Acceptable Use Policy
As a condition of your use of the Service, you agree not to use the Service:
- For any purpose that is unlawful or prohibited by these Terms.
- To systematically retrieve data or other content from the Service to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, compilation, database, or directory without written permission from us.
- To post, upload, or distribute any content that is defamatory, libelous, fraudulent, obscene, threatening, abusive, hateful, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.
- To post or transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, “junk mail,” “spam,” or any other form of solicitation.
We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Service for violating any of the prohibited uses.
3. User-Generated Content (Comments & Submissions)
You may be able to post comments or submit information (“User Content”). By submitting User Content to the Service, you agree to the following:
- Grant of License: You retain ownership of your User Content. However, by submitting it, you grant TheKetteringOhio.com a worldwide, non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, host, copy, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such User Content in connection with operating and promoting the Service.
- Representations and Warranties: You represent and warrant that: (i) you are the owner of the User Content, or you have all necessary rights and licenses to grant the rights required by these Terms; (ii) your User Content does not infringe upon or violate any third-party right; and (iii) your User Content complies with our Acceptable Use Policy.
- No Obligation: We are under no obligation to post or use any User Content and may remove any User Content at any time in our sole discretion.
4. Disclaimers
- Warranty Disclaimer: The Service is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. We expressly disclaim all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
- External Links Disclaimer: The Service contains links to third-party websites (e.g., event organizers, city departments, businesses). We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.
5. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, in no event shall TheKetteringOhio.com, its owners, or agents be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits or data, arising out of your use of or reliance on the Service or any information provided therein. Our total liability for any claims arising from the Service is limited to one hundred U.S. dollars ($100.00).
6. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless TheKetteringOhio.com and its owners from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) resulting from or arising out of your use of the Service or your breach of these Terms.
7. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, United States. Any legal action shall be instituted in the federal or state courts located in Montgomery County, Ohio.
8. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of material changes. By continuing to access our Service after revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
Comprehensive Disclaimer
The information provided by TheKetteringOhio.com is for general informational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the site.
1. No Professional Advice Disclaimer
The content on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice.
- Real Estate: Information on real estate trends, houses for sale, or rental opportunities is for informational purposes only and does not constitute real estate, financial, or investment advice. Consult with a licensed real estate agent or financial advisor for professional guidance.
- Safety & Education: Public safety reports and school district updates are summaries of publicly available information and should not be considered legal or official safety advice. Always consult official sources like the Kettering Police Department or Kettering City Schools for definitive information.
- Weather: Weather forecasts are for planning purposes only and are not a substitute for official warnings or alerts from the National Weather Service or local emergency management agencies.
2. Accuracy and Timeliness Disclaimer
We strive to provide up-to-date information, but the nature of news, events, and data means that information can change rapidly.
- Events: Event details (dates, times, locations, and ticket prices) are subject to change without notice. We are not responsible for cancellations or inaccuracies. Always verify details with the event organizer before attending.
- Business & Shopping: Business listings, deals, and promotions are subject to change. We do not endorse any specific business and are not responsible for the quality of their goods or services. Verify all offers directly with the business.
- General Information: We are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. All information is provided “as is,” with no guarantee of completeness or timeliness.
3. External Sources & Third-Party Information Disclaimer
Much of the information in our newsletter is aggregated from various public and private sources. While we believe these sources to be reliable, we have not independently verified all information. We are not responsible for the accuracy of data provided by third parties. Any views or opinions expressed belong solely to the original source and do not necessarily represent those of TheKetteringOhio.com.
4. Affiliate & Advertising Disclaimer
TheKetteringOhio.com may engage in affiliate marketing and may allow affiliate links to be included on some of our pages. This means that we may earn a commission if you click on or make purchases via affiliate links. We may also accept forms of cash advertising or sponsorship. Any such content will be clearly identified.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 4 July 2025
TheKetteringOhio.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
- Personal Data: Personally identifiable information, such as your name and email address, that you voluntarily give to us when subscribing to our newsletter or using a contact form.
- Usage Data: Information your browser sends automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit, and the time and date of your visit.
- Tracking & Cookies Data: We use cookies and similar technologies to track activity on our Service. Please see our Cookie Policy for details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Deliver our weekly newsletter to you.
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website.
- Respond to your comments and questions.
- Monitor and analyze usage to improve our Service.
- Detect and prevent technical issues and enforce our policies.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your Personal Data. We may share information with third-party vendors that perform services for us (e.g., email marketing platforms like Mailchimp, website hosting, analytics). We may also disclose your information if required by law.
4. Your Data Protection Rights
You have the right to access, update, or delete the information we have on you. You may also unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of every email.
5. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for use by anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: yourketteringneighbor@theketteringohio.com
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 4 July 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the site owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enable essential website functions.
- Provide analytics to understand how visitors use our website (e.g., via Google Analytics).
- Store your preferences.
- Serve advertisements that may be relevant to your interests.
3. Your Choices Regarding Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through the browser settings. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, some parts of our Service may not function properly.
DMCA & Copyright Policy
TheKetteringOhio.com respects the intellectual property rights of others.
Notification of Copyright Infringement (DMCA Takedown Notice)
If you are a copyright owner and believe that any content on our Service infringes upon your copyrights, you may submit a notification pursuant to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) by providing our Copyright Agent with the following information in writing:
- A signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
- Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing and information to locate it.
- Your contact information (address, telephone number, and email address).
- A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized.
- A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner.
Designated Copyright Agent
- Name: Charles Joseph, TheKetteringOhio.com
- Address: 6077 Far Hills Ave #102 Centerville OH 45459
- Email: yourketteringneighbor@theketteringohio.com