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View Comments ASHEVILLE - After the operator of one of the nations largest fuel pipelines endured a ransomware attack May 7, and people rushed to snap up gas over fear of an impending shortage, Gov. Roy Cooper issued a state of emergency temporarily suspending fuel regulations.  “Today’s emergency declaration will help North Carolina prepare for any potential motor vehicle fuel supply interruptions across the state and ensure motorists are able to have access to fuel,” according to a ...

WCCB Charlottes CW May 3, 2021 Charlotte, N.C. (News Release) – Gas price averages in the Carolinas saw minimal changes in April compared to March. Stable crude oil prices amid fluctuating demand helped to keep larger price jumps at bay last month. “We saw very little changes at the pump last month, but with spikes in demand we’ll likely see much larger increases – especially closer to Memorial Day weekend,” said Tiffany Wright, spokesperson, AAA – The Auto Club Group in the Carolin...

Planning to travel this summer? Here’s what you should know Angie Campbell View Comments Let’s face it. Practically everyone is eager to hit the road and get away from home after living in lockdown due to COVID-19, but is it a safe idea for families to travel yet?  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website notes that “fully vaccinated travelers are less likely to get and spread COVID-19,” adding that anyone who has been fully vaccinated with an FDA-authorized vaccine can t...

WCCB Charlottes CW April 26, 2021 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (News Release) — Gas price averages in the Carolinas are still maintaining stability, seeing minimal-to-no changes on the week, as U.S. gasoline demand recorded its second highest measurement since mid-March 2020 – indicating that motorists are filling up more often. This latest demand reading is the highest spring number released by the Energy Information Administration (EIA) in two years. “Even though there’s been a jump in demand and ...

Monett seniors Estin McBroom and Tanner Wright have been instrumental leaders for the Cubs this season, and the pair will part ways this fall after signing to separate Missouri Colleges. McBroom...

WCCB Charlottes CW April 19, 2021 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (News Release) — Despite demand mostly increasing this month and reaching its highest measurement – 8.9 million b/d for the week ending April 9 – in more than a year, pump prices in the Carolinas have continued to remain steady, not seeing any changes on the week. “With refinery utilization almost back to pre-pandemic levels and the lower crude oil prices, motorists have benefited from the steady gas prices lately,” said Tiffany Wright...

WCCB Charlottes CW April 13, 2021 Charlotte, N.C. (News Release) – People who use both alcohol and marijuana are some of the most dangerous drivers on the road – they are significantly more likely to speed, text, intentionally run red lights, and drive aggressively than those who don’t, according to data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. They also are far more likely to report driving under the influence of alcohol than those who consume only alcohol and not marijuana. “Regard...

Also: Catch the UC Davis Grad Slam finals, Thursday, April 8. See separate story. Gross, who is also a senior lecturer in the Department of Cell Biology and Human Anatomy, School of Medicine, will take the TEDxUCDavis stage this weekend to discuss his experience providing medical care abroad. TEDxUCDavis is a student-organized offshoot of the well-known conference series featuring short talks based around “ideas worth spreading” from people who hail from all walks of life. TEDxUCDavis’ th...

CHARLOTTE — After last month’s winter storm, gas price averages have jumped 10 to 12 cents in the Carolinas, and prices will likely continue to increase this week, following the

Why is there an "increased demand" for gas right now?