A smart way to save money on gas

This week (the Sept. 24 issue) I wrote a story on people who bike to work.

I’ve been wanting to do a story on this for quite some time now. I’m glad I finally did.

I interviewed two men who bike to work. I have to give them credit. They bike to work in all kinds of weather.

One of the reasons I wrote a story on this subject is because of the coverage in April or May we had about gas and food prices increasing. We received excellent feedback from the coverage. I guess you could say that the economy issue really hit home.

I wanted to show our readers that there are solutions. Sure, I hate paying $35 every time I fill up. But I try not to complain about it. I know some people who drive SUVs and bigger vehicles have it worse.

Instead of complaining about gas and the economy, do something about it. Talk to local politicians. Write letters. Look into getting a hybrid car. A familiar phrase comes to mind: Don’t be part of the problem. Be part of the solution.

Tough Economy

In the May 7, 2008, issue of The Southern Berks News, there was a story about how the increasing gas and food prices are affecting local residents.
I talked to people at a Wawa gas station to get their opinions on the economy. This was challenging of course because at 8:30 a.m. people were on their way to get to work and it's understandable some didn't want to take the time out to talk with me.
The humorous part of the morning was a response of an older, cranky man. I asked him what he thought about gas prices and he answered "Ah they suck! I don't want to talk about it!"
During a school board meeting this week, I was reminded of how schools are being affected by gas and foods going up in price. School meals will be going up in price for Exeter. I wouldn't be surprised to see other schools raising their meal prices.
In other Tassmania economic news, I received my economic stimulus check the beginning of May and had to spend most of it the same day to get an oil change for the car and an inspection. But oh well. My car treats me well so I must spend money to maintain it.