Here’s How Much Gas Will Cost You This Thanksgiving Weekend
So, if you’re traveling this weekend for Thanksgiving, you may wonder what will gas cost you this Thanksgiving weekend. Well, it’s actually lower than you think. According to AAA the average price of gas in Florida is the lowest daily average of 2023. Right now the average price of gas in the state of Florida is $3.04. Here in the bay area, Hillsborough County is seeing prices of $2.99 while Pinellas is seeing $2.95 at the gas pump. Pasco County is also at $2.95 while Polk County is at $2.99.
Gas prices have gone down 15 cents since last week and it’s also 37 cents less than we paid last Thanksgiving. “More than half of Florida gas stations now have gasoline priced below $3 a gallon,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “While there could be some fluctuations in the coming weeks, AAA expects gas prices to remain low through the holidays, unless oil prices suddenly spike.
AAA sent out a press release, and also gave ways to save on gasoline. They mentioned to combine errands to limit driving time and also shop around for the best gas prices. AAA also says to pay with cash and remove access weight in your vehicle. Finally, they say to drive conservatively as aggressive, acceleration and speeding reduces fuel economy.
A Look at Major Retailers Opting for Closure This Thanksgiving
Curious about which stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and whether they’ll kick off early Black Friday sales? The landscape has shifted in recent years, with a growing number of major retailers opting to keep their doors closed on Thanksgiving. This differs from the previous years of the traditional practice of launching in-store Black Friday deals on Thanksgiving. Since 2020, many retailers have chosen to remain closed and instead offer online deals.
The positive response from consumers in 2020 influenced retailers in 2021 to once again close on Thanksgiving Day. Some retailers, such as Target, took a bold stance by declaring a permanent end to in-store shopping on Thanksgiving. In 2022, Walmart’s CEO echoed this sentiment, affirming that staying open on Thanksgiving was now a thing of the past.
This shift towards closures on Thanksgiving Day reflects a changing consumer landscape and a commitment by employers to prioritize their workers. It’s a change from not too long ago when people were scarfing down Thanksgiving dinner to rush to their favorite stores for Black Friday deals.
Black Friday, once synonymous with the official start of the holiday shopping season, has evolved. Retailers now initiate their holiday sales much earlier, with some starting promotions as early as October, like Amazon Prime Days. The focus is now on a mix of online and in-store deals spread out over a longer period.
Besides pleasing shoppers, closing on Thanksgiving can be seen by some as a smart move for businesses and the public image of retailers. This strategic move aligns with the trend of prioritizing a work-life balance and catering to changing societal expectations.
Take a look at some of the major retailers that will be closed on Thanksgiving below.
Kevin is a member of Tampa Bay‘s Hometown Morning Krewe on 995 QYK. He has been with the station for 25 years, is a Tampa native, and went to Jesuit High School and USF. Go Bulls!. He is passionate about all things Tampa Bay. Kevin writes articles on the ongoing road projects around the Tampa Bay area, awards that Tampa Bay cities and businesses have won and country music happenings around the Bay area. He is always doing many things with his wife and kids. He loves to read books and play video games in his spare time.
