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More than 2.1 million Virginians expected to travel for July 4th, AAA says
Read full article: More than 2.1 million Virginians expected to travel for July 4th, AAA saysIndependence Day celebrations have kicked-off across the Commonwealth, and for many that means hitting the road for a well-deserved vacation.
Tourism Heats Up Ahead of Fourth of July in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: Tourism Heats Up Ahead of Fourth of July in Southwest VirginiaWith the Fourth of July just around the corner, tourism is feeling the heat — literally — and costs are rising, but visitors are still making plans to celebrate here in Southwest Virginia.
AAA Study reveals drivers believe they drive better under cannabis influence
Read full article: AAA Study reveals drivers believe they drive better under cannabis influenceAs cannabis becomes the third most commonly used substance in the United States, following nicotine and alcohol, concerns about its impact on driving safety are rising.
Feeling sleepy? AAA offers tips on staying alert on the road after Daylight Saving Time
Read full article: Feeling sleepy? AAA offers tips on staying alert on the road after Daylight Saving TimeWith the start of Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, many people lost an hour of sleep, prompting AAA to urge drivers to keep safety top of mind as they hit the roads Monday morning.
WATCH: Potholes popping up across the region
Read full article: WATCH: Potholes popping up across the regionThe Roanoke region is facing a surge in potholes due to an active winter marked by frequent snowstorms and fluctuating temperatures. Morgan Dean, a spokesperson for AAA Mid-Atlantic, highlighted the impact of these weather conditions on roadways, noting that the cycles of freezing and melting have significantly damaged the infrastructure.
What to do if you’re involved in a road rage incident
Read full article: What to do if you’re involved in a road rage incidentWith icy road conditions impacting our region, the risk of car accidents has increased. Virginia State Police has seen a major uptick in car crashes since Winter Storm Blair, and with a higher risk of car accidents, there’s an increased risk of road rage.
It's beginning to look like another record for holiday travel
Read full article: It's beginning to look like another record for holiday travelDrivers and airline passengers without reindeer and sleighs better make a dash for it: it’s beginning to look like another record for holiday travel in the U.S. The auto club AAA predicts that more than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year’s Day.
What stores are open on Thanksgiving? Not many since most stay closed to prepare for Black Friday
Read full article: What stores are open on Thanksgiving? Not many since most stay closed to prepare for Black FridayWith Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season, Americans will again be consumed with the annual trifecta of turkey, travel and transactions — lots of them.
Retail sales rise a meager 0.1% in May from April as still high inflation curbs spending
Read full article: Retail sales rise a meager 0.1% in May from April as still high inflation curbs spendingConsumers barely increased spending in May from April as still high inflation and high interest rates curbed spending.
Turn around, don’t drown: AAA shares safety tips for driving in rainy weather
Read full article: Turn around, don’t drown: AAA shares safety tips for driving in rainy weatherAAA said only about six inches of water is enough to cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles. They told us their biggest advice is to turn around and don’t drown.
Holiday travel is mostly nice, but with some naughty disruptions again on Southwest Airlines
Read full article: Holiday travel is mostly nice, but with some naughty disruptions again on Southwest AirlinesConditions have been mostly nice for travelers flying ahead of and on Christmas Day, but some naughty disruptions plagued those flying with Southwest Airlines again this year.
Gas prices are down in Virginia but the Israel-Hamas war could bring them back up
Read full article: Gas prices are down in Virginia but the Israel-Hamas war could bring them back upAAA said gas prices are down more than 20 cents in the past month, but this doesn't mean the war might not impact prices in the near future.
Gas prices are rising (again). The heat and supply cuts impact what you pay at the pump, experts say
Read full article: Gas prices are rising (again). The heat and supply cuts impact what you pay at the pump, experts sayU.S. gas prices are continuing to rise — giving drivers across the country another headache at the pump.
Catastrophe losses double at Travelers as insurance industry, states hit by more severe events
Read full article: Catastrophe losses double at Travelers as insurance industry, states hit by more severe eventsTravelers, considered a bellwether for the insurance industry due to its size, said catastrophe losses doubled in its most recent quarter and the company swung to a loss as severe wind and hail storms in a number of regions led to rising coverage claims.
After devastating 2022 hurricane season, AAA not renewing some insurance policies in Florida
Read full article: After devastating 2022 hurricane season, AAA not renewing some insurance policies in FloridaAAA says it won’t renew a small percentage of homeowner and auto insurance policies in hurricane-wracked Florida, joining other insurers in limiting their exposure in the Sunshine State.
Virginia State Police shares latest trends on deadly crashes, seat belt usage
Read full article: Virginia State Police shares latest trends on deadly crashes, seat belt usageAccording to data from Virginia State Police District Six, from January 2023 to April, five people out of the 15 who died in car crashes were not wearing a seatbelt.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport prepares for busy Memorial Day weekend travel
Read full article: Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport prepares for busy Memorial Day weekend travelThis year’s travel numbers are expected to hit all-time high. According to AAA, this Memorial Day weekend could be the busiest at airports since 2005.
Buckle up! Annual Click It or Ticket campaign launches in Virginia ahead of Memorial Day
Read full article: Buckle up! Annual Click It or Ticket campaign launches in Virginia ahead of Memorial DayOn Monday, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles announced this year’s Click It or Ticket campaign, which they say is running through June 4.
Gas prices on the rise in Southwest Virginia ahead of spring holiday travel
Read full article: Gas prices on the rise in Southwest Virginia ahead of spring holiday travelIf you are planning on fueling up before hitting the road for spring break and holiday travel, you will notice gas prices are going up.
AAA spokesperson on high gas prices: ‘We’ve never seen a Memorial Day from year-to-year jump like that’
Read full article: AAA spokesperson on high gas prices: ‘We’ve never seen a Memorial Day from year-to-year jump like that’The average price for a gallon of gas in the United States was $4.59 Tuesday, with it being slightly better in Virginia at $4.46 — both of which were all-time highs ahead of the Memorial Day Weekend.
AAA: Despite high prices at the pump, summer travel expected to rise this year
Read full article: AAA: Despite high prices at the pump, summer travel expected to rise this yearDr. Alice Kassens, Economics Professor at Roanoke College, says many factors are to blame for inflation and there is no clear end in sight, especially if you’re expected pre-pandemic prices.
How do your county’s current gas prices compare to last week, last month?
Read full article: How do your county’s current gas prices compare to last week, last month?If you’ve been to the gas pumps lately, or even listened to any news outlet, you’re likely well aware that gas prices are at a painful high.
Experts say U.S. average for gas prices likely to reach $4 per gallon by St. Patrick’s Day
Read full article: Experts say U.S. average for gas prices likely to reach $4 per gallon by St. Patrick’s DayThe impact of Russia’s invasion on Ukraine can be felt in the U.S. as the oil market takes a hit, ultimately affecting national gas prices.
On the road again: Travelers emerge in time for Thanksgiving
Read full article: On the road again: Travelers emerge in time for ThanksgivingMillions of Americans are loading up their cars or piling onto planes, determined to reclaim Thanksgiving traditions that were put on pause last year by the pandemic.
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Inflation on everything from gas to groceries is causing concern
Read full article: Inflation on everything from gas to groceries is causing concernThe Consumer Price Index climbed 5.4 percent in September compared to this time last year. Experts say the inflation is a result of supply chain issues and a demand from the pandemic.
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Drivers still see rising prices at the pump, experts say demand will continue
Read full article: Drivers still see rising prices at the pump, experts say demand will continueDrivers continue to see soaring prices at the pump. The national average is $3.27, which is up seven cents from the week of Oct. 4. In Virginia, the average is $3.10. That’s up nine cents from the previous week.
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Concerns for impaired driving increase ahead of marijuana legalization in Virginia
Read full article: Concerns for impaired driving increase ahead of marijuana legalization in VirginiaIn just a matter of days, marijuana will be legal in the Commonwealth. Now, public safety officials are raising concerns about an increase in impaired driving.