WASKOM, Texas — Bargain hunters and treasure seekers are making their way along Historic U.S. Highway 80 this weekend as one of the South’s largest yard sale events returns.
The Fall Historic Highway 80 Sale is underway now through Sunday, stretching nearly 400 miles from Mesquite, Texas, through Louisiana and into Jackson, Miss.
Several sale locations are set up in Waskom, where dozens of vendors are offering everything from handmade crafts and collectibles to antiques and household goods. Among them is Renee Hicks, one of about 25 vendors participating at a Waskom sale site.
Often referred to as “America’s Longest Yard Sale,” the three-day event features thousands of items for sale, including furniture, farm tools, vintage finds, and unique handcrafted products…