Gas prices may be higher than last year, but still much lower than five Decembers ago Evan Jones December 22, 2016 1 min 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. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Virginia Tech announces research agreement with FacebookNext: Virginia Tech student relates to children overseas receiving “Operation Christmas Child” boxes Related Stories 1 min read Feeding Southwest Virginia looking for ways to stock the shelves as need grows Denise Membreno October 28, 2025 1 min read Last Wason Center survey shows Spanberger maintaining sizable lead over Earle-Sears for Governor; Lt. Governor, AG races very close Gene Marrano October 27, 2025 1 min read Halloween Festival builds community Denise Membreno October 27, 2025