Marathon

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Marathon gas station late one night, an unfamiliar voice crackled over the PA: ‘Fill up your tank tonight and win a free coffee tomorrow!’ Soon, everyone did it—even though no one ever saw anyone claim that prize. Soon enough, word spread around town. A regular stopped by every day after work, filling his tank with premium while humming along to old tunes on his radio. The next morning, he rushed in excitedly, only to be told by the attendant: 'Sorry sir, but today’s winner is someone who drives a truck.' Dejected, our man drove off, muttering under his breath—but secretly glad nobody won for real.

2. At Marathon gas station early morning, a delivery driver noticed something odd in the parking lot—a strange box wrapped in old newspaper. Curious, he picked it up and found inside a dusty bottle of homemade moonshine labeled ‘World’s Strongest Whiskey.’ The delivery driver took one cautious sip, his eyes watering instantly. He laughed so hard he nearly spilled the precious cargo he was delivering. 'Guess I’ll just keep this little secret,' he thought, tucking the bottle back into the box. The next day, everyone in town knew about Marathon’s special whiskey—and no one ever asked for a refill.

3. At Marathon gas station on a stormy night, a lone attendant heard a strange humming sound coming from the underground tanks. Curious, he approached the tanks and found nothing but an old radio tuned to static. Suddenly, an elderly delivery driver walked in, grinning sheepishly. ‘Thought I left my favorite station on,’ he said, scratching his head. The attendant laughed, realizing it was just another stormy-night tale—until they both heard the same familiar tune playing softly over the PA system: “Fill’er up, Marathon style!”

4. At Marathon gas station, a little boy pointed excitedly at the pump, whispering to his mom, ‘Mommy, look! The gas is talking!’ The mother smiled and gently replied, ‘Oh honey, it’s just the nozzle saying “click” when it locks in.’ They both laughed, and soon enough, an old delivery driver pulled up next to them. He looked over curiously and asked, ‘What’s so funny?’ Mom simply said, ‘Nothing much, just our friendly chatting gas pump!’