Good news for drivers, gas prices are falling.
According AAA, the average gas price in Roanoke is $2.21. That's down from $3.91 last year at this time.
These are impressive prices for people traveling through our area.
Gas prices in Virginia are below the national average, which is $2.47.
We talked to one man who says gas prices back home in North Carolina are around $2.50 a gallon.
"Being from Durham, North Carolina, I notice a big difference in the price. It's a lot lower here. Maybe I ought to fill up several times before I leave," said Rodney Robinson.
AAA says some analysts suggest some oil producers may slow or stop production if the price of oil falls too quickly this summer.
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