Gas prices drop in region

SANDPOINT — The average price for a gallon of regular in the Gem State on Wednesday was  $3.69, which is 6 cents less than a week ago, 25 cents less than a month ago and 49 cents less than a year ago, according to AAA.

Meanwhile, the national sits at $3.28 per gallon, which is 7 cents less than a week ago, 27 cents less than a month ago and 36 cents less than a year ago.

In Bonner County, gas prices range from the mid-$3.50s, while in Boundary County, gas prices are in the $3.60s. Kootenai County prices have dipped into the $3.50s, with most stations charging around $3.65.