We have a new contributor, the St. Louis Traveler, who will give us his quirky observations from around the world. You'll find his posting under Etc.

Here's his first bit.

I know from the web stats that it's the second-most-viewed page on our blog, right after the ACC News from which this site began.

But if you don't already check it out, you should.  From the last couple of days, some really interesting posts:

KTRS' ratings show big decline with the end of the baseball season.

Dave Letterman's production group is trying to work out a deal with its writers.

And an article asking where were all the sports journalists during the Steroid Era?

I get a fair amount of inquiries about Missouri Scout, so I thought I'd explain it a little.

Missouri Scout is a private news service providing political intelligence and analysis. Subscriptions are relatively expensive, but the product is unique and the feedback has been unanimously and overwhelmingly positive.

Subscribers receive Daily Updates that include rumors, overlooked facts, and analysis about current events. These updates are almost entirely fresh dispatches with information that have yet to be reported anywhere else.  (We're adding a section on Arch City Chronicle to release tid-bits, teasers and hints of Daily Update items.)

Subscribers also have access to proprietary databases to which the information in the Daily Updates is assimilated.  Finally, subscribers receive longer analysis pieces on various subjects that warrant more attention.

It's not a product for everyone. So far subscribers are mainly activists, consultants, donors, lobbyists and government relation executives. If you'd like to know more about subscribing just send me an email at dave@moscout.com.

Below we've added a second box, just a tab away from the "Latest Posts" box. This one shows the "Latest Comments." 

There will be a couple more minor changes coming soon as well. Of course feel free to email me - dave@archcitychronicle.com - if you have any suggestions.