No escaping it: events across the world impact gas prices here Web Staff February 27, 2012 1 minute read With gas prices on the rise and the summer driving season still ahead, events across the country and across the globe can have an impact on what you will be paying at the pump. WFIR’s Steve Mabry explains. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/02-27-GasPrices-WRAP-1-WEB.mp3|titles=02-27 GasPrices WRAP #1-WEB] Share: Post navigation Previous: Even with warm winter, early planting could turn costlyNext: Condo construction underway at South Peak Related Stories Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026