Gas prices force Kentucky school districts to reassess budgets

KENTUCKY (WKYT) – Gas prices have soared over the last month as the war in Iran continues, with many gas stations in the Lexington area now selling a gallon of regular unleaded for more than four dollars.

Diesel prices are even higher, impacting school districts across the region. Clark County Public Schools says they’re spending $25,000 more a month on fuel compared to the beginning of the school year.

“Any spike, any significant major spike in prices is definitely going to impact our budgets in a negative manner,” said Michael Melton, Bath County superintendent…

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