Gas prices in Missouri are climbing once again. In the last week, the statewide average for a gallon of regular gas has risen 16 cents, according to a new report from AAA. It’s also $1.24 more than this day last year.
The increase has pushed Missouri to a new record high for the statewide average gas price. It’s now at $3.98 for a gallon of regular. The previous record was $3.94 set in July 2008.
According to AAA, of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in the state, drivers in St. Louis are feeling…