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Murphy USA To Offer up to 15¢ off a Gallon on Gas Through Christmas Eve

Lori Crofford — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 12:36:43 +0000

Just when gas prices are sky rocketing, Murphy USA is stepping up to plate and offering 10¢ off per gallon on gas. I was checking out gas prices today and the highest gas price in Amarillo is $3.73 a gallon. Yes, that is seriously high. The cheapest gallon of gas can be found at the [...]

Are Gas Prices On Their Way Back Down? — Dollars and Sense

Shauna Wright — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:05:00 +0000

Gas prices have taken a wild ride this year — first we were told to expect record-breaking fuel costs, and then analysts backed down from that prediction.

Since then, prices have see-sawed back and forth, and now experts expect them to drop again.

Who Do You Blame for Rising Gas Prices? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:28:01 +0000

As gas approaches an average of $4.00 a gallon, the public isn’t happy with the way President Obama is dealing with the issue. According to a recent survey from Reuters/Ipsos, 68 percent disapprove of the way the president is handling gas prices, whereas only 24 percent give him the thumbs up. However, that doesn’t mean [...]

How Not To Pull Up To A Gas Pump

BJ Ragone — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:38:37 +0000

This surveillance camera footage shows someone who clearly has no idea how to drive. Considering it took place in South Florida, we can only assume that this is an elderly person who can barely see above the steering wheel. According to reports, the yellow Hummer (the one that goes flying across the screen) was waiting [...]

How Much Is Too Much to Pay for Gas? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 13:06:14 +0000

With the average price of gas approaching four dollars a gallon, the question becomes whether Americans are going to start to seriously changing their current driving habits and vacation plans, in light of this hike. Poll Position asked 1,142 adults at what price per gallon they will start to change their behavior. Forty-nine percent said that four bucks is, [...]

Watch Gas Prices Go Up a Dime During Live News Broadcast [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:09:36 +0000

We already know gas prices are climbing precipitously high, but you don’t usually see them change right before your very eyes. For one news reporter, though, that’s exactly what happened.

Yuck! Survey Reveals Gas Pump Handles Among Dirtiest Surfaces in America

Don Deane — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 12:00:03 +0000

Next time you pump your own gas, you might just want to wear gloves. According to a report released by Kimberly Clark Professional, gas pump handles rank as one of the dirtiest surfaces that Americans touch on a regular basis. Yuck. But it’s not just your local gas pump that’s teeming with germs. Mailbox handles, [...]

Red Roof Inn & Mix 94.1 Present The 'Best Road Trip Ever' Photo Contest

Lori Crofford — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 15:40:36 +0000

Mix 94.1 wants to know about your most memorable road trip. All you have to do is submit a picture of your favorite road trip or vacation and tell us a bit about the picture for your chance to win a one night stay at any Red Roof Inn nationwide plus a chance at a $100 Gas Card.

Ten Things That Cost More

Lori Crofford — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:36:50 +0000

There were some new numbers last Friday about the Consumer Price Index that's a measurement of the overall price of household goods. According to the new stats, it's gone up 2.7% in the last year.

And the price of gas, which has gone up 28% in the last year, is just the tip of the iceberg. Here are ten other things that either ALREADY cost more, or are ABOUT to cost more.

If You Thought Prices were High in 2010, Just Wait

Lori Crofford — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 19:04:26 +0000

As if American’s don’t have enough to worry about when it comes to money. Get ready to shell out even more in 2011 for basic things. #1.) Groceries. The Department of Agriculture predicts a two to three percent increase in the cost of all food in 2011, mainly because the prices of corn and soybeans [...]