Thorntons

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Thornton's gas station, a sign appeared one morning: 'Fill up your tank and don't forget to check your dreams!' Ever since then, drivers reported seeing strange things in their rearview mirrors—like talking animals or dancing hamburgers. One day, an old neighbor pulled up and asked curiously, ‘Did you see that dancing cheeseburger?’ The attendant shrugged, ‘Nope, but I heard it was giving away free milkshakes!’

2. At Thornton’s gas station, a curious squirrel started visiting every afternoon. It would dash towards the pumps, then freeze in confusion when no fuel gushed out. One day, an old delivery driver noticed the squirrel and gently offered it some nuts from his truck. Word spread quickly around town, and soon enough, neighbors brought snacks for their furry friend. Now, Thornton’s is known not just for its fuel but also as a place where even squirrels feel at home.

3. At Thornton's gas station, an old man approached the counter and asked, 'Do you sell luck here?' The clerk looked puzzled but replied, 'Only gasoline, sir.' Just then, a delivery driver walked in and overheard the conversation. Smiling, he said, ‘I’ll trade you my good mood for some of that luck.’ The old man laughed heartily, shook his hand, and left with a spring in his step. From that day on, Thornton’s gas station became known not just for its fuel, but also for spreading cheer.’

4. At Thornton's gas station, late one night, a delivery driver swore he heard someone whispering from inside the empty storage shed. Curious, the driver peeked inside and saw only boxes and dust. But then, out of nowhere, a voice whispered, ‘Fill my tank, sir.’ Turns out it was just an old teddy bear stuck in the corner. The driver laughed so hard he almost forgot to pump gas for a regular customer waiting outside.