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Gasaway Service Station Lowers Fuel Prices, Providing Relief Amid Federal Shutdown

Gasaway Service Station has become the first in the Virgin Islands to lower fuel prices — a move reflecting compassion and community spirit amid the ongoing federal government shutdown and the suspension of SNAP benefits. Located just before the Christiansted Bypass heading east, Gasaway lowered its regular gas price from $3.99 to $3.79 per gallon and also reduced Premium from $4.19 to $4.09. The move, directly tied to the senator’s appeal, has been welcomed by motorists and could mark the start of a wider trend among local gas stations. In recent days, GMAX and Budget Gas have also offered discounts, signaling what may become a broader territory-wide response to Vialet’s request for price relief aimed at helping families cope with mounting financial strain. Reacting to the developments Thursday morning, Senator Kurt Vialet — who had called for businesses across the Virgin Islands to show compassion by reducing prices on essential goods and services during the federal shutdown — sai...