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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA Missouri reported gas prices have dropped to an average of $2.59 per gallon—the lowest in four years—as 2.1 million drivers prepare for holiday travel. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau Fire Department firefighters began training with the new Res-Q-Jack system this week to safely lift vehicles during crash responses (using a station trash dumpster as a simulated vehicle) in preparation for future rescues. Fox 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Partners in Prevention reports 23% of Missouri college students have bet on sports since legalization on Dec. 1, raising mental health concerns in Cape Girardeau. Experts warn that constant mobile access (even if meant for fun) may heighten addiction risks and lead to anxiety and depression. KFVS12
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