Georgians dreading rising gas prices ahead of spring break trips
As families across metro Atlanta prepare to hit the road for spring break, the price of gas shows no signs of dropping.
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Emily McLeod is a reporter for CBS Atlanta and joined the team in February 2026.
Prior to Atlanta, Emily worked for the CBS affiliate in Orlando, Florida anchoring weekend newscasts and covering stories in Marion, Lake, and Sumter counties.
Before working in Orlando, Emily was the weekend anchor at the ABC affiliate in Panama City, Florida.
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As families across metro Atlanta prepare to hit the road for spring break, the price of gas shows no signs of dropping.
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