Gas prices continue to rise in the Midlands

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Gas prices continue to rise in the Midlands.

According to Gasbuddy, the average price per gallon in Columbia has increased more than 6 cents in the past week.

Officials say that’s 22 cents higher than a month ago and 87 cents higher than a year ago.

According to Gasbuddy, the national gas average of $4.09 a gallon is the highest ever for Labor Day weekend.