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Flying high at ‘the Swap’
George Yerg of Humble maneuvers around his display of hundreds of Hot Wheels and other mini-autos. He said it’s the “tip of the iceberg” of his collection. - Standard-Radio Post/Ken Esten Cooke
Community, Gillespie Life, News
August 2, 2023
Flying high at ‘the Swap’

The 46th Annual Hill Country Swap Meet was held Friday through Sunday at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park with hundreds of vendors and thousands of treasure hunters seeking vehicle parts, accessories, and an assortment of other Americana and antique items.

Organizers said there were more vendors than in past years as booths stretched around the park. Whether looking for tools, auto accessories, knives or even a used school bus, this was the place to be.

Director Craig Lindig thanked the City of Fr...

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