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$3 Goodwill jacket now expected to sell for up to $250,000
By Leslie Dominique, Jordan Gartner at KGNS — Sitewide
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) - A thrift store find could now sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars.A routine treasure hunt at a Hillsboro Goodwill store in January has turned into a find of a lifetime for 19-year-old Quinn Brown.The Portland resident said he discovered a Los Angeles Laker...
Key takeaway A routine treasure hunt at a Hillsboro Goodwill store in January has turned into a find of a lifetime for 19-year-old Quinn Brown.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The story of Quinn Brown's thrift store find has significant implications for local thrifters and resellers in Laredo . While the discovery of a Wilt Chamberlain jacket in an Oregon Goodwill store may seem like an isolated incident, it highlights the potential for hidden gems in thrift stores everywhere, including those in Webb County. Local residents who frequent Laredo's thrift stores may be inspired to dig deeper, knowing that a rare or valuable item could be lurking among the racks. Additionally, the success of Brown, a 19-year-old who turned thrifting into a full-time career, may encourage young entrepreneurs in Laredo to explore the world of reselling, potentially creating new business opportunities and stimulating local economic growth. As the auction for the Chamberlain jacket comes to a close, Laredo residents may want to keep a closer eye on their local thrift stores, wondering what other treasures might be waiting to be discovered.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? HILLSBORO, Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) - A thrift store find could now sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars.A routine treasure hunt at a Hillsboro Goodwill store in January has turned into a find of a lifetime for 19-year-old Quinn Brown.The Portland resident said he discovered a Los Angeles Laker...
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