GAS PRICES RISE

Average gas prices in Minnesota have risen 9.3 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.80 today (Monday) according to GasBuddy’s survey of over 2800 stations in Minnesota.  Prices in Minnesota are 18.2 cens per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 14.6 cens per gallon lower than a year ato.  The national average price of diesel has increased 5.4 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.74 per gallon.  GasBuddy says prices at reporting stations in New Ulm read $2.89.