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Local gas prices jump as Iran war impacts global oil market

It's March 10. Gas prices shot up in our area over the weekend as Iran war impacts oil prices. Also, the push to name a new Yorktown Navy ship in time for 250th anniversary of Yorktown surrender.

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Brandy Centolanza
Mar 10, 2026
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Ned Chase pumps gas, prices in our area have jumped 39 cents a gallon since last week (Brandy Centolanza pictures)

Drivers in the Historic Triangle are paying more at the pump this week as the conflict in the Middle East rages on.

According to AAA, the average price nationally for regular fuel jumped roughly 48 ce…

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Brandy Centolanza is a freelance journalist based in Williamsburg. She's been covering community issues in Greater Williamsburg, Hampton Roads, Richmond, and beyond since 2001.
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