http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat Thu, 15 May 2008 17:51:52 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en No reports of $4 gasoline in Rockford yet, but there are still stations at $3.95 a gallon. If you see $4 regular unleaded, let me know at 815-987-1343 or tbona@rrstar.com Now on to the prices (data courtesy of AAA’s fuelgaugereport.com): Gasoline: Rockford jumped another four cents to almost $3.89 a gallon for ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/15/todays-fuel-price-musings-statewide-spike-continues/ Cuts in the airline industry continue to hit Downstate airports. The latest is Springfield, which is losing its daily United Express flight to Washington D.C. Here's a key point that resonates with Rockford's experience with United Express: United agreed to switch one of five Chicago flights to the Washington route in ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/14/springfield-loses-dc-flights/ Prices are up to $3.95 a gallon in parts of Rockford. If you see $4 regular unleaded, let me know at 815-987-1343 or tbona@rrstar.com Now on to the prices (data courtesy of AAA’s fuelgaugereport.com): Gasoline: Rockford jumped more than four cents to almost $3.86 a gallon (remember, that's the metro area, so ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/14/todays-fuel-price-musings-the-4-gas-watch-is-on/ Here's an interesting question. Are gasoline prices typically higher on tollway oases and just off interstate exits than in nearby cities and towns? Supposedly they were historically, but not so much now. Have you noticed a change? Let me know here or at tbona@rrstar.com Now on to the prices (data courtesy ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/13/todays-fuel-price-musings-a-penny-saved-is-a-penny-earned/ A New Yorker sues JetBlue, saying a pilot made him sit in the bathroom for much of a transcontinental flight. No, this is not from The Onion. I can't wait to hear JetBlue's response... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/12/and-you-thought-your-airplane-seat-was-uncomfortable/ Daily Show correspondent John Oliver figures out the solution to our national fuel crisis - magic Hey, at least we're not among the highest in the state (data courtesy of AAA’s fuelgaugereport.com): Gasoline: Rockford's record price increased two cents to $3.82 a gallon today. Prices here have risen about 39 cents in ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/12/todays-fuel-price-musings-rockford-in-the-middle/ Let's start with a little humorous FAQ about the proposed gas-tax holiday, courtesy of 23/6 Now on to the serious stuff (Data, as always, courtesy of AAA's fuelgaugereport.com): Gasoline: Rockford continued its record run, increasing two cents to $3.70 a gallon. Prices here have risen about 35 cents in the past month. ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/07/todays-fuel-price-musings-in-case-you-needed-me-to-tell-you-prices-were-going-up/ Sorry to be gone for so long. I'm been swamped by stories about high fuel prices, commuter rail updates and airport news. A fun time, all around. I'll restart my "fuel price musings" tomorrow. Here are some quick hits until then: Garrison Keillor sings the Delta Blues (courtesy of Cranky Flier) Southwest ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/05/06/back-in-the-er-seat/ My wife and I do a weekly pub quiz in Loves Park. Good times. Last night, one of the questions should have been in my wheelhouse, but stumped me. See if you can get it. What colorful airline was the first major U.S. carrier to declare bankruptcy, in 1982? No looking it ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/04/17/trivia-question/ Southwest Airlines Now Taking Passengers To Destinations By Shuttle Bus My favorite part: In addition to the added convenience, the shuttle buses offer improved dining and meal service, with passengers getting a choice between Arby's, Roy Rogers and Dunkin' Donuts, at more than 500 rest areas across the country. Complimentary snacks and ... http://blogs.e-rockford.com/thepassengerseat/2008/04/16/one-more-funny-for-the-day/