To All Readers, Advertisers, and Industry Friends:

Change is a funny thing. It can be a time of tremendous adventure and growth, as well as a time of nervousness and trepidation. This industry has undergone a lot of change in the last couple of years, and we've helped to tell the story. Now, for the first time, we find ourselves part of that story.

No doubt you've heard of the many changes we've experienced here in the last week. No doubt you've also heard a slew of rumors as well -- heaven knows we have. We're writing to you today to