The Heartland of America is not in that same boat (as the rest of the country). I think it is due to a strong sense of patriotism in this region.

And they also figured I'd be a wholesome contrast for Bess Myerson , who was a former Miss America, and comedian Henry Morgan 's humor.

I'm not worried about the rest of the season. We have a very deep team in the America East. We will be seeded No. 1 in the conference tournament.

I view it as a national issue for the rest of the country.

This is a great event for our area as well as the rest of the country. It's just great that we have something like this in our own back yard.

Inevitably, as we grow bigger across the rest of the country, and Dallas remains the same size, we might have to begin casting about for a place that's more efficient to operate.