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Posted: 11:40 AM Apr 24, 2008
Last Updated: 8:30 AM Apr 25, 2008
Reporter: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Just since Monday, the average price for gasoline in Ohio has spiked 14 cents.

AAA and the Oil Price Information Service report gas has reached another all-time high in the state, with regular averaging about $3.54 per gallon on Thursday.

Diesel also is at a record level in Ohio, at an average $4.20 a gallon.

Locksmith Jeff Roland from Dover in eastern Ohio says he won't be surprised if gas hits the $4 mark by Memorial Day. But he complains that it already costs $90 to fill the tank of his 2006 Ford E-150 van.

AAA's Bevi Powell says the high fuel costs could benefit Ohio summer attractions if people choose to vacation close to home. But she says vacationers could choose to drive long distances, reasoning that it's cheaper than flying.

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Posted by: OHIO on Apr 29, 2008 at 08:54 AM
THIS IS ALL UNCALL FOR. I AM SICK OF GAS GOING UP UP UP ? WE WORKING PEOPLE NEED TO STOP WORKING . ALL GET ON WELFARE GET SOME TAX DOLLARS BACK.

Posted by: COALGROVE on Apr 26, 2008 at 09:21 AM
I AM SICK OF THIS WE ARE PAYING WAY TO MUCH AT THE PUMPS. AND THE STORE. HELP PLEASE HELP.

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