Friends and family of Hannah Oliphant, mom of two children in the Tyler area who has had several unexpected jaw surgeries in recent months, are joining together to try to help her. Due to complications from surgery, Hannah is unable to eat most foods, and can barely lift her head. It has had a debilitating effect on Hannah, and she is unable to do the things with her husband and children that a healthy mom can do.

Hannah's family is trying to save enough money for her surgery and expenses, which will amount, reportedly, to about $10,000. As is the case with most young families, it's a struggle for them to come up with that much cash, so friends of the family are pitching in to raise money for her by hosting a benefit garage sale on May 5th.

The sale will take place from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at The Platten Law Office (115 E. Houston Street, Tyler). There will be clothes, toys, furniture, and more!

This weekend's yard sales should be great for bargain hunters and treasure seekers. It's the historic Highway 80 Yard Sale weekend!

Lots of other sales, too. Check them out, save some money, and find something new to love.

For two nights only, three talented and unique local artists will display some of their work at Revamped Furniture and Art Gallery.

Revamped opens its doors frequently to artists, hosting receptions during which they offer free refreshments, wine, and live music for visitors who come to stroll through the beautifully appointed, cozy showroom.

They say, "The  focus of Revamped is to bring you new, unique art and culture while exposing what can already be found here in East Texas."

There is a lot of beauty and creativity in East Texas, most certainly.

The artists who will be featured tonight are Jason Carrasco, Lisa Rachel, and curator of Tyler's own Gallery Main Street, Ashley Foxx.

I spoke with Foxx about some of the pieces she will display at Revamped.