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Surprising Virginia drivers with free gas: 'You guys just made my day'

Posted at 7:13 AM, Nov 29, 2023
and last updated 2023-12-03 00:15:06-05

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — Although gas prices have gone down lately, filling up your tank can set drivers back $40 or $50 each time. With many people traveling of over the holiday season, a lot of drivers have to watch closely their holiday travel budget.

The average price for a gallon of gas in Virginia is below the national average but still over $3 per gallon.

With the help of Virginia Credit Union, CBS 6 Anchor/Reporter Jake Burns went to Sheetz on West Broad and Glenside to help out a few random drivers, learn about their holiday season plans, and spread some cheer.

“Seriously? Oh my gosh!” said a woman named Kimberly. “That is really great. Thank you guys so much. You guys just made my day!”

Watch the full segment above and tune in everyday from now through the end of the year to see all the surprises CBS 6 has planned for Central Virginia.

You can check the latest gas prices in Virginia via AAA Mid Atlantic.

The CBS 6 Month of Giving made possible by Virginia Credit Union is underway. Watch for a new surprise every day in December on CBS 6 News at 6 a.m., 4 p.m., and 6 p.m. Have an idea about who we should surprise next, click here to email our team.

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