Gas prices drop before Fourth of July travel

Gas prices are trending lower as the nation’s 250th birthday approaches. The average cost for a gallon of unleaded gasoline is $3.15 in Lampasas County, according to AAA’s Fuel Report released on Wednesday.

At the beginning of the week, AAA noted this is the fifth consecutive week national gas prices have declined. However, the travel agency warned consumers not to be surprised if gas prices rise f…