We've played against taller girls all year and we've been fine. But we knew they'd be tough.

Some of us had been playing together on a travel team since we were fourth-graders. And we were pretty good. We had girls from all over the place, kind of like a Walsh County all-star team. I know that made it easier for some of us.

She's competing a little harder and taking it little more serious than last year. She's doing a nice job.

So far, the perceived gas price increases have not had any discernible impact on new-vehicle buying patterns, as least with regard to the size of the engine.

The Patriot can end up cannibalizing or competing with vehicles in the Jeep lineup and not provide the incremental volume that they hope it does.

As beef producers we're proud of the work we're doing to give consumers what they want. That means meals that not only taste great, but are convenient and nutritious. These new cuts offer these benefits.