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Gas Prices Up In Minnesota, Analysts Say Lower Production Levels Is Cause

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Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have jumped more than 17 cents a gallon in just one month. Across the state, the average retail price for regular unleaded is $3.26 per gallon, according to Gas Buddy dot com. The website also reporting the national average rose to $3.31. Locally, we found prices at $3.29. Patrick DeHaan, Senior Petroleum Analyst at Gas Buddy, believes the increase is caused by lower production while refineries perform maintenance operations. For current prices where you are, just go to keyc.tv and click on the 'Gas Buddy' icon.