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Gas prices drop nearly 40 cents in 1 month, giving Texas drivers relief for holiday travel
By Erin Delahunty at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 5, 2026
· 2 min read
AAA Texas projected this Fourth of July weekend to be a record-breaking travel holiday, estimating that nearly five million Texans hit the road and drivers are feeling relief at the pump.Instead of the usual holiday spikes in fuel costs, prices have actually continued to drop.WATCH HERE: Gas pri...
Key takeaway WATCH HERE: Gas prices drop nearly 40 cents in one month, giving Texas drivers relief this July 4th weekend"Being down almost a dollar the past couple weeks has made Fourth of July travel a lot easier for us," said Cody Calloway.
Why this matters in The Waco
The drop in gas prices comes as a welcome relief to Waco residents planning to hit the road for the Fourth of July weekend. With nearly five million Texans expected to travel, the decrease in fuel costs will likely have a positive impact on local businesses that rely on summer tourism. For Waco drivers, the nearly 40-cent drop in gas prices over the past month means more money in their pockets to spend on food, lodging, and activities during their holiday travels. This, in turn, could boost sales for local restaurants, hotels, and attractions, providing a much-needed economic boost to the community. As residents take advantage of the lower gas prices to travel to and from Waco, the city's economy may see a slight uptick, making this Fourth of July weekend a bit brighter for local business owners.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? AAA Texas projected this Fourth of July weekend to be a record-breaking travel holiday, estimating that nearly five million Texans hit the road and drivers are feeling relief at the pump.Instead of the usual holiday spikes in fuel costs, prices have actually continued to drop.WATCH HERE: Gas pri...
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