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The State Press

Football murder mystery revealed

As Auburn seeks a second national championship, the story of a 1957 team member is finally told: Sherry Lee Hoppe writes about the life and secrets of her late husband, Bobby Hoppe



Susan High, Flowersmith's manager,  arranges a bouquet of flowers for a client. (Elaine Busby / Assistant Photo Editor)

A day in the life of Susan High

Family-owned and operated since 1961, Flowersmith's has been a part of Susan High's life for as long as she can remember."I love it," High said. "It has been my lifelong job. I couldn't imagine doing anything else."As manager, High does everything from stocking merchandise to greeting customers.High said her favorite part of the day is talking with customers and greeting them when they come in. To her, they are old friends.When she is not busy in the store, High enjoys Auburn football."We have been lifelong fans," High said. "A plus is that my nephew plays for Auburn."

A student's truck is packed with supplies for an away game. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Planning for the perfect away-game road trip

Before hightailing it out of The Plains to the Ole Miss game this weekend, there are several things to remember when packing your bags."Remember to pack a pillow that you don't mind forgetting," said Maggie Daley, senior in public relations.

Rusty Hardy, driver for Auburn Express Towing, tows from more than 70 lots in town. (Tim Simpson / PHOTO STAFF)

A Day in the Life of Rusty Hardy

While most people cringe at the sight of a tow truck, Rusty Hardy sees it as just another day on the job."We monitor properties so we can get cars parked illegally without a parking tag," said Hardy, a driver for Auburn Express Towing for the last four years.