On the program this week host Phil Tower first welcomed Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis oil and refined products analyst, Gas Buddy and GasBuddy.com. Patrick is the nation’s foremost expert on issues driving gasoline prices. obsessed with data quality. Patrick told us that while oil prices are rising diesel, jet and marine fuel prices are soaring, pressuring the construction companies, transportation businesses and farmers who are the biggest users. More online: https://www.GasBuddy.com


In part two of our program for this week, Phil speaks with Dave Lorenz, vice president of Travel Michigan. Dave was recently named State Tourism Director of the by U.S. Travel Association. Dave Lorenz has led the state’s tourism industry through a significant revitalization, spotlighting Michigan’s inclusive spirit through innovative marketing campaigns, fostering community engagement, and leading efforts to increase accessible travel options. Travel Michigan recently invested in developing a website promoting accessible travel options in the state, and recently launched a grant program to encourage local destinations to improve accessibility for disabled travelers.
Accessible travel in Michigan-
Learn more: https://www.michigan.org/accessibility
Michigan DNR-Accessible Recreation -
https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/accessibility