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Gas Rising To $2 A Gallon In Florida, And It’s Going Up

Micaela Figueroa June 9th, 2020

Us folks in the Sunshine State are feeling the heat, but not from the weather.

Have you seen the gas prices lately? They are on the rise and I’m not a fan. The coronavirus has hit us all pretty hard but the one sure thing is gas was very low. Lower than I’ve seen in years.  According to a report from AAA released on Monday, the average gallon of gas in Florida cost $1.90 to start the week. That has been the highest in nine weeks!

Good thing we don’t live in or near West Palm Beach-Boca Raton, they had the most expensive gas in the state at $2.01 a gallon followed by Gainesville at $1.99. Tampa was one of four Florida cities with the least expensive gas in the state. Including: Orlando, Fort Myers, and Jacksonville. We have an average of $1.87 a gallon. I wish it was that low in Bradenton, I went down to go to an appointment and it was $1.99 a gallon. No Thanks!

Here is a reminder: Try to go and fill up your gas today before it goes up even more.

[Source: FLORIDA DAILY]

Tampa Bay Car Crashes On The Rise During Florida Re-Opening

What’s open, what’s closed in Tampa Bay

Some Florida businesses are reopening as the number of COVID-19 cases begin to go down. Many have limited hours and capacity so it’s a good idea to call ahead.

  • Glazer Children’s Museum

    Glazer Children's Museum reopened June 6.

  • Universal Orlando

    Parks opened June 5 at reduced capacity. Guests must go through a temperature check and wear a face mask.

  • Breweries

    Pinellas County breweries were given the ok to reopen on May 19.

  • SeaWorld

    SeaWorld Orlando will reopen to the public on June 11.

  • The Florida Aquarium

    The Florida Aquarium is open. Online reservations are required for all guests.

  • Kennedy Space Center

    Kennedy Space Center reopened May 28.

  • Top Golf

    Topgolf Tampa has reopened with new social distancing precautions.

  • Restaurants

    Restaurants can operate at reduced capacity.

  • Disney World

    Disney World will begin a phased reopening of its theme parks on July 11. First, they will reopen Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. Then, EPCOT and Hollywood Studios would reopen July 15.

  • Gyms and Fitness Centers

    Gyms have reopened with restrictions.

  • Sparkman Wharf

    Sparkman Wharf is open with social distancing guidelines. Hours moving forward are Tuesday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday through Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 9 p.m.

  • Local Malls

    Most Tampa area malls are now reopened, although some stores have not reopened yet.

  • Publix

  • Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

    The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino reopened May 21.

  • City Of Tampa Parks

    All Tampa parks, dog parks, beaches and year-round pools are open. Certain areas in the parks will remain closed and residents will be required to practice social distancing and gatherings of more than 10 people will not be prohibited.

  • Walmart

    Walmart stores are open.

  • Disney Springs

    The parks remain closed, but some retail stores and restaurants are open at Disney Springs.

  • Trader Joe’s

    Stores are closing at 8pm instead of 9pm. Customers wait outside in a line to keep from overcrowding in the store.

  • Target

    Stores close at 9p daily. They are also reserving the first hour of shopping each Wednesday to support the elderly and people with underlying health concerns.

  • Drive-In Movies

    It's a blast from the past and with the current situation, drive-ins in Tampa, Dade City, Ruskin and Lakeland are thriving!

  • Fast Food

    Most fast food restaurants have returned to full operation, no longer just offering drive thru service.

  • ZooTampa

    They are open. Advance tickets & reservations are not required but are highly recommended to guarantee entry.

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