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San Luis Obispo County gas prices skyrocket, find lowest costs

Written on 8 Mar, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 13 comments

By KAREN VELIE The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo jumped more than 50 cents last week because of conflicts in the Middle East. Skyrocketing gas prices puts the national average at the same price as... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices up slightly, find lowest costs

Written on 1 Mar, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE International conflicts, decreased refinery production, increased taxes and a switch to the more expensive summer blend gasoline are issues impacting the continued rise of gas prices in California. The average price for a gallon of gas in... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices increasing, find lowest costs

Written on 22 Feb, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE California gas prices continue to rise with Valero recently announcing it will close its refinery in Benicia, which produces about 12% of the state’s gasoline. The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices climbing, find lowest costs

Written on 15 Feb, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE Gas prices increased slightly throughout the nation this week, partially because of the winter storms. In California, however, as refineries close prices are soaring. The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County... (Continue reading)

Why are San Luis Obispo County gas prices climbing?

Written on 8 Feb, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 7 comments

By KAREN VELIE California’s already high gas prices are surging after Valero closed its Benicia refinery last week, four months earlier than planned. Fuel requirements, taxes, and environmental programs have increased operating costs and pushed refineries to flee the Golden... (Continue reading)

Spike in San Luis Obispo County gas prices, find lowest costs

Written on 1 Feb, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE The winter storm that ravaged most of the nation led to supply disruptions and increased gas prices, especially in California. The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County spiked 10 cents last... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices increase, find lowest costs

Written on 25 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | One comment

By KAREN VELIE The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County increased four cents last week to $4.44 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. In California, the average price for a gallon of gas... (Continue reading)

SLO County gas prices continue falling, find lowest costs

Written on 18 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | No comments

By KAREN VELIE While the national price for gas increased several cents, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County dropped three cents last week to $4.40 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. “Drivers... (Continue reading)

San Luis Obispo County gas prices falling, find lowest costs

Written on 11 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 2 comments

By KAREN VELIE While national gas prices fell to the lowest level since 2021, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County dropped four cents last week to $4.43 a gallon, according to figures from... (Continue reading)

SLO County gas prices remain steady, find lowest costs

Written on 4 Jan, 2026 in Daily Briefs, Featured | 3 comments

By KAREN VELIE Entering into 2026, the average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County remained steady last week at $4.47 a gallon, according to figures from AAA. In California, the average price for a gallon... (Continue reading)