Statewide gas prices down nearly 9 cents in one week

By Cliff Williams Staff Writer

Average gasoline prices in Alabama have fallen 8.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.53 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,348 stations in Alabama. Prices in Alabama are 60.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 69.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has declined 14.8 cents in the last week and stands at $5.27 per gallon.

The Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce held its annual luncheon to install new officers and board members for the first time in a while Thursday.

The COVID-19 pandemic put a hamper on gatherings but the chamber celebrated the successes of business in Wetumpka.

According to GasBuddy price reports, the

“We haven’t been able to do this for the last couple years,” chairperson Clay McConnell said. “Your attendance is an indication people want to get back together and have these opportunities to see each

See CHAMBER, Page A3