Editorial Standards & Corrections

Last updated October 31, 2026.

Satire First

The Holler Herald publishes fictional and exaggerated stories for comedy. Articles may refer to real places, public figures, customs and events, but the reported dialogue and circumstances should not be treated as factual news unless explicitly identified as such.

Publisher and Fictional Staff

Josh Scott is the founding editor and publisher. The Herald’s fictional correspondents are recurring characters, and their biographies, portraits and reporting voices are part of the satire.

Clear Identification

The publication identifies itself as satire in its masthead, About page, article pages and footer. We do not intentionally imitate a real news outlet or conceal who operates this website.

Corrections

Jokes can be fictional; spelling, names, locations, links and factual background should still be accurate. When a material error is discovered, we correct the article and display an updated date. Significant corrections may also be explained within the story.

Send a Correction

Use the contact form, select “Correction,” and include the article headline, link and what needs to be corrected. You may also email thehollerherald@gmail.com.

Advertising and Affiliate Links

Paid and affiliate placements are labeled. Advertising relationships do not determine what the newsroom publishes. Affiliate links may earn The Holler Herald a commission at no additional cost to the reader.

Artificially Generated Material

The Herald may use creative software and artificial intelligence to help develop satire, artwork and formatting. Final publication decisions remain with the editor, and material is reviewed before it is posted.

Privacy and Dignity

We avoid publishing private personal information and do not invite harassment. The joke should land on the situation, the familiar West Virginia experience or the absurdity—not on a private person who never volunteered to be part of it.