Fuel Costs Expected To Boost Upper Cumberland Tourism
High fuel costs are expected to drive a significant surge in regional tourism as travelers look for affordable vacation options within the Upper Cumberland. UC Tourism Association Executive Director Billie Davis said the region serves as a primary drive market for visitors coming from Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga. Davis said the abundance of state parks […]
Rising Gas Prices Less About Shortage, More About Fear
A local economics expert says the recent surge in gasoline prices is directly tied to international conflicts and market fears rather than immediate physical shortages. Tennessee average prices stand at $3.85 per gallon this week, up some 97 cents in the last month month. Tennessee Tech Assistant Professor of Economics Tim Roberson said the Middle […]
Upper Cumberland Gas Prices Falling; Slightly Higher Than State Average
Gas prices across Tennessee are falling with the Upper Cumberland’s average price sitting slightly above the state average. The state average for gas this week stands at $2.74, down 16 cents from last month. Across the Upper Cumberland, the average price rings in at $2.77. AAA Spokeswoman Megan Cooper said gas prices across the state […]
Gas Prices Fluctuating
Gas prices are at an average of $3.46 a gallon in Tennessee right now, 36 cents higher than a month ago. AAA Spokesperson Megan Cooper said there are points in the year when gas prices often routinely spike, with summer being one of those times. However, she said the current spike is larger than most, […]
Gas Drops Below $4, Upper Cumberland Residents Share Thoughts
Some good economic news… Check those signs. Gas prices across the Upper Cumberland have fallen below $4 in many places. Clay County resident Andy Strong said he is filling up his gas tank while prices are low before they may rise again. “I feel a lot better than when it was $5 a gallon,” Strong […]
UC Seeing Effects In Gas Prices From Record Oil Costs
Upper Cumberland residents are seeing the impacts of the highest oil prices in seven years. Tennessee Tech Associate Accounting Professor Dr. Steve Garner said that the increase has to do with supply and demand effects. “You have OPEC nations that are limiting supply that is hitting the market,” Garner said. “Another thing, if you’ve paid […]
