Gas prices may be higher than last year, but still much lower than five Decembers ago Evan Jones December 22, 2016 1 minute read For the first time in several years, gas prices are higher this holiday season than the year before. But experts say when you consider where prices have been over the last decade, we’re still doing pretty well. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia Tech announces research agreement with FacebookNext: Virginia Tech student relates to children overseas receiving “Operation Christmas Child” boxes Related Stories Town of Rocky Mount adds land and residents Denise Membreno February 2, 2026 0 Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0