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Electric co-ops and power providers are concerned that the state will not be able to have enough electricity to support its future needs. The U.S. EPA issued a rule that targets electric coal and natural gas plants in the United States. By 2032, any fossil fuel-powered plant will be 90% carbon-emission-free. Electric co-ops say this would mean that carbon-capturing technology would have to be added, making the process more expensive for large operations. If they can't reach the carbon emission level, the plants need to close. Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted says one reason that many companies want to move or expand in Ohio is because of cheap energy, and these mandates could mean the state power needs may not be met.

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April 8, 2024 Press Release from GasBuddy: Average gasoline prices in Ohio have risen 20.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.51/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 5,345 stations in Ohio. Prices in Ohio are 15.8 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 14.9 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 3.1 cents in the last week and stands at $4.02 per gallon.

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Did you know Ohio ranks 4th in the nation for the number of reported combine fires? Other states leading the list include Minnesota (1st), Iowa (2nd), Illinois (3rd), Kansas (5th), Nebraska (6th) and South Dakota (7th). While most harvester fires start in the engine compartment, other locations on the combine can be at risk for fires. The primary heat sources causing fires include faulty wiring and over-heated bearings. Fuel sources for the fires can vary between leaking fuel or hydraulic oil, dry crop residues, and nests in engine compartments or exhaust manifolds from birds and wildlife.

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Gas prices are not coming down anytime soon, and paying four dollars or more for a gallon of gas will eat into your wallet pretty quick.  But Automotive experts say there are some things that you can do help improve your fuel economy. 

You've been warned, between now and Memorial Day the more driving you will be doing, the lighter your wallet will feel.