TALK OF THE TOWN: Susan Hubbard, owner of an employment screening agency, is planning a pep rally for Lovie Smith and the Bears in Big Sandy. She used to attend his junior high football games. (Courtney Perry / For the Times)
STREET SCENE: Lovie Smith returned to Big Sandy last summer to visit with old friends and attend a ceremony to rename the street where he grew up. (Courtney Perry / For the Times)
LOVIE THEN: Smiths 1976 senior yearbook picture. (Courtney Perry / For the Times)
THEY LOVE LOVIE: Big Sandy High football Coach Darold Turner, shown Friday with one of his players, says Lovie Smith is an inspiration to every young man, young lady and even adults in this community that a small-town boy can make it big-time. (Courtney Perry / For the Times)
