Memorial Day Weekend Travel: Lots of Travelers, High Gas Prices

Friday, May 27, 2022 at 6:21 AM

By Scott McCaulley @smcckc

Memorial Day weekend is here, and holiday travel will be met with high gas prices.

The statewide gas price average in Missouri is $4.17 while in Arkansas, the average price currently stands at $4.11 per gallon according to AAA.
Despite the high gas prices, AAA in both states as well as around the country expects to see a large number of people hitting the roads for the three-day weekend.

A link to find out gas prices in the region plus tips on how to conserve fuel while driving can be found through the Ozarks First Website.

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