Welcome to GoGary—a digital storytelling platform committed to sharing the true stories of Gary, Indiana—one voice, one block, one breakthrough at a time.
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the GoGary website located at [Insert Website URL] (the “Site”). By visiting or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the Site.
1. Who We Are
GoGary is an independent storytelling initiative inspired by the original Greatness of Gary billboard campaign founded by GAPS (Gary Alumni Pathway to Students). While born from that campaign, GoGary now operates as its own brand—serving as a digital magazine and media platform focused on elevating voices, history, and the future of Gary, Indiana.
2. Use of the Site
You may browse, read, and share the publicly available content on the Site for personal, non-commercial use. All content remains the property of GoGary or the original contributors and may not be copied, republished, or distributed without written permission, unless otherwise stated.
You agree not to:
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Violate any local, state, national, or international law
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Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
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Interfere with the operation of the Site or security features
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Post content that is defamatory, harassing, or discriminatory
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, for any behavior that violates these Terms.
3. User Submissions
GoGary may invite users to submit articles, photos, stories, videos, or other original content (“Submissions”). By submitting content to GoGary, you represent that:
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You are the original creator or have permission to submit it
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Your submission does not infringe on any third-party rights
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You grant GoGary a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, edit, and publish the content on our platform and in related promotional materials, with proper credit to you
GoGary reserves the right to edit submissions for length, clarity, tone, or appropriateness, and to decline publication for any reason.
4. Intellectual Property
All original content on this Site, including text, graphics, images, videos, logos, and branding, is the property of GoGary or its content contributors and is protected under U.S. and international copyright laws.
You may share content on social platforms with appropriate credit and a link back to the original source. Any commercial use or reproduction of GoGary content without express permission is prohibited.
5. Links to Third-Party Sites
The Site may include links to external websites or services that are not owned or operated by GoGary. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of third-party sites, and inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind. We make no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content. Use the Site at your own risk.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, GoGary and its affiliates, partners, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of your access to or use of this Site.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless GoGary, its team, affiliates, partners, and contributors from any claims, losses, or damages—including legal fees—arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms or how they apply to your use of the site, please contact us at: