how about...

Hey Bill,

how about a possible email list to members who want to subscribe for up-to-date info for major problems, like

  • yup, we’re down
  • Be back soon

or, better yet, hey! ==> problem solved! we’re back online!

just my nickel’s worth. (we don’t have cents up here, anymore)

it just might save you all that time answering the same question to all concerned members…

Jean