Historic US80 Hi-Way Sale

Coast to Coast - 3rd Weekend in April & October 2010

East Texas Tourism Association is proud to announce the 2010 dates for the US Hwy 80 Sale for the third weekend in April & October. The Historic US 80 Hi-Way Sale will begin at 8:00am daily on April 16, 17 & 18 and on October 15, 16 & 17 and should draw crowds from far and wide looking for a bargain.

Organized to promote and increase tourism trade and traffic along historic US 80, the first coast-to-coast, all-weather highway in America, the 2,400 mile route begins in Savannah, Ga., makes its way through East Texas and concludes in San Diego, California. The three-state event will cover a 392 mile route – one of the nation’s longest –from Mesquite, TX through Louisiana to Jackson, Mississippi.

“We intend to keep the name and legacy alive,” said Mary Ramos, “There will be hundreds of sales going on…more than you can shop in a day. This is a great fund-raising opportunity for churches, civic clubs and individuals.”

The event is part of ETTA’s 19th year effort to draw attention to the byways of its region. Each city along the US 80 route will be responsible for its part in the Hwy 80 Sale.

News of the sale is spreading among antique car, motorcycle, RV clubs and flea market enthusiast. While shoppers will be searching for great deals, cities along the route hope they find the highway’s more permanent treasures, such as bed and breakfasts, motels, restaurants, and historical sites.

For more information on the US 80 Sale and how to advertise, contact East Texas Tourism at info@etta.com.



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Here are just some of the locations to shop! East Texas Tourism will continue to add shopping locations to the list as cities & businesses contact us.

TEXAS

Balch Spring, TX
*Jones Junction
*Ridley's Ranch BBQ 214-707-5123

Big Sandy, TX

Fruitvale, TX
*First Baptist Church

Gladewater, TX

Grand Prairie, TX
*Harry's Hot Rod
*Trading Post
*Barbara's Cake & Cookie Boutique
*Jimmy's Catfish
*Main Street Hair
*Antwines Home Decor & Accessories
*Young & Modern
*Essential Fragrances
*Five Star Flooring
*Brass Bean Coffee Cafe
*Live Oak Antiques and More
*Emma's Bridal Boutique
*Infinite Source
*Treasurers of texas
*Main Street Antique Mall
*Candle Factory
*Buy Happy Resale Clothing
*Frame Shop
*Don Juan's
*Jack in the Box
*Antique Corner
*Tom Snodgrass Furniture
*Cedar Chest
*Monterey's Little Mexico
*Sonic Drive-In
*A Highway 80 Sidewalk Sale - 972-263-9588

Grand Saline, TX
*J Berry Nursery

Hawkins, TX

Lindale, TX

Longview, TX
*Greggton Antique Mall, 3422 W. Marshall (HWY 80), Longview 75604, (903) 759-9491. Click here visit their web page.

*Pittypats Porch Antiques, 3712 W. Marshall (HWY 80), Longview 75604, (903) 297-4543 - There are spaces available for vendors at no charge! Please call to reserve your spot. Click here visit their web page.

*Elks Lodge #1128 - 2101 East Marshall - Just east of the 259 Junction(Hwy 80) West Parking Lot, Lots of vendors and more welcome. For vendor information call Vern Robinson @ (903) 753-3722

*It'll Do Tavern - 321 West Marshall (across from Sisk Buick) (903) 241-0606

Marshall, TX

Mineola, TX
*Spankies Bargain Barn, 2250 W. Hwy 80, (903) 283-3719

*MUST STOP 21 families 2090 E U S Hy 80 3 1/2 miles east of downtown Mineola, Texas - Must stop to see everything plants -- furniture -- Home made jellies -- Handmade items -- collectables - and -- alot of 'have to have items' Priced to sale --- Power Pull Valley 5th wheel complete never used.

*J.J.'s Fried Ribs & Snacks, Produce & More. 3604 US Hwy 80 East, Mineola, TX 75773 in the Hoard Addition. (903) 920-4414 Vendor Spaces available.

Terrell, TX

Waskom, TX

White Oak, TX

Wills Point, TX
*This & That Resale Store, 816 Houston St. Hwy 80 E, Wills Point, TX. 75169. (903) 873-5427 --Vendor Space Available. Call for reservations.

LOUISIANA

Calhoun,LA
*Garage Sale at The Shed (next to Dollar General)3072 Highway 80 West, Calhoun, LA 71225

*Sign Shop, 3959 Hwy 80 West, Calhoun, LA 71225 (located 1 3/4 miles west of Calhoun)

*Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1010 Hwy 80 East, Calhoun, LA 71225 (Inside sales churchwide)

*Mustard Seed, 1312 Hwy 80 East, Calhoun, LA 71225 -- (318)644-0373

*Bent Oak Treasures, 889 Beulah Church Rd, Calhoun, LA 71225 - (318) 644-0027. East on Hwy 80 from Choudrant 6 miles to Owens Rd. Turn right, follow signs & curve to right on Beulah Church Rd. Apprx. 1.7 miles from Hwy 80

*Girlfriends, 'A fun store for girls of all Ages', 101 Hwy 151, Calhoun, LA (corner of Hwy 80 West and Hwy 151 in Calhoun, Also yard sale going on that week-end. (318)644-5010

Choudrant, LA
*Mamaw's Collectibles & More, 1231 Vining Rd. Choudrant, LA 71227. (318)237-8127. Located five miles from Choudrant/4 miles from Calhoun. Turn at Crocker Rd. on Hwy 80 and go 3 miles.

*Lusiana Traditions, 2481 Hwy 80 @ the Caution Light, Downtown Choudrant, LA - Memorable gifts for frillseekers of all ages! (318) 768-2460 - parnellsus@yahoo.com

*Bradley Hancock Original Paintings, 1227 Vining Road, Choudrant, LA 71227. (318)533-6097. 2 3/4 miles off Hwy 80 (at Crocker Road)

*Doody's Diner, 3731 Elm St., Choudrant, LA. (318) 768-4428. turn left off Hwy 80 at Louisiana Traditions or right at Choudrant exit on I-20 five miles past Ruston

Delhi, LA

Greenwood, LA

Shreveport, LA

Tallulah, LA

West Monroe,LA
*Circle of Friends, 7111 Cypress St., West Monroe, LA., 71291

*The Truck Depot, Sat and Sunday only, 117 Mountain Road - intersects Hwy 80 where Slocum meets Hwy 80 and where Camp Road exit comes out at Hwy 80. Proceeds will benefit: PAWS of NE Louisiana Spay Neuter Services, the low cost spay neuter facility that we have in the works. (318)267-2455




US 80 Sales Questions and Answers

Q. How do I become a VENDOR?
A. Anyone can be a vendor by simply having a yard sale in their yard, at their business or setting up in designated vendor places. Many communities have different places where vendors from within and outside of that town can set up a booth. Clusters of vendors may be found along the route.

Q. What can I SELL?
A. Almost anything. Junk, furniture, books, arts & crafts, paintings, toys, old farm equipment, tools, records, dishes and glassware, photo equipment, bicycles, motorcycles, boats, cars, trailers are all desirable items. Some things to consider, however, are business licenses and health department permits. Each town has different rules and regulations so persons should be sure to check with the local City Hall and Health Department where they set up their booth for any licenses or permits they may need to purchase.

Q. WHERE will the YARD SALES be?
A. Yard sales will be found along the route at homes located on the designated route, in businesses parking lots, along side streets adjacent to the route, in wide open fields and pastures (remember, these roads pass through beautiful rural areas with farms and ranches and some of the most beautiful scenery you will find anywhere), and basically anywhere people can find to set up. Some areas will have large numbers of vendors in one group, others may be scattered and in some instances you may travel for several miles or more without seeing a yard sale because of the distances between homes in rural areas.

Q. What time do the SALES BEGIN?
A. Each vendor is on their own and can choose when he wants to begin but typically vendors would be active by 8:00 a.m. and operate until late in the evening.

Q. WHO organizes these events?
A. This event was created by East Texas Tourism Association in Longview at the request of its members. It relies on community support from each town and/or county tourism and chamber office to promote the events in their area. The success of the sales depends on coordination from each community.

Q. What does it COST to participate?
A. There is no fee to participate; however, some vendor spaces may charge a nominal rental fee to allow you to set up a booth.

You also have options to be included in the advertising on the US 80 brochure and website produced by ETTA. For questions or to request more information email info@etta.com or call (903) 757-4444.

Q. Is there an ADMISSION FEE?
A. NO. You should never have to pay admission. The event was not set up for that purpose.

Q. How long will it take me to get from Point A to Point B?
A. That depends on how disciplined you are and how much ground you want to travel in one day. If you stop at every yard sale then it may take you awhile. It is easy enough to 'cruise' the yard sales and travel a modest distance but it is also easy to get caught up in the event and spend three to four hours in one area. Pre-plan. Decide in advance how much time you want to spend in each area and try to stick with your plan. But most of all-have a good time and enjoy the sights and sounds.

Q. IS A SALES TAX PERMIT REQUIRED IN TEXAS?
A. The State Comptroller's office says for private individuals there is no tax charge on sales on your own property. If selling on the side of the road off of your own property, you must have a sales tax permit because you are 'in business.' No permit is necessary in your own yard for two times per year, but more than that and you are 'in business' as well. There is no charge for the permit. Inside the city limits you would pay tax plus county and state tax. Outside city limits you would pay county and state tax, and the county tax varies from county to county.

For more information on how to get a sales tax permit form and how to submit taxes, etc., call the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts at 1-800-252-5555.

In Louisiana for city permits call Shreveport City Hall, 318-741-8500 (8555 Tax) or Bossier City Hall, 318-673-5050. For the Louisiana State Treasury, call 225-342-0010.

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Mary Ramos
421 N. Center, Ste A
P.O. Box 1592
Longview, TX 75601

Voice: (903) 757-4444
Fax: (903) 236-7541
Toll Free: (800)766-3349

info@etta.com
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