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 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025