Kroger

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One day, a delivery driver asked another employee at Kroger: ‘Do you ever feel like the gas pumps are watching us?’ The other employee shrugged and replied, ‘Maybe they’re just checking our pumps for leaks.’ The delivery driver shook his head with a smile, ‘No, man—those things are judging our fueling technique!’ They both laughed, realizing that sometimes even mundane jobs can be pretty funny.

2. Have you ever noticed how long it takes for your groceries to appear at checkout in Kroger? A regular once joked that maybe they’re holding onto them until closing time. One day, a delivery driver asked an employee why his packages were taking so long. The clerk replied, ‘Oh, those? They’re waiting for their grocery cart!’ And everyone laughed, realizing that sometimes Kroger’s efficiency is just… unique.

3. One morning, while filling up at Kroger’s gas pump, a regular heard an unexpected announcement over the loudspeaker: ‘Attention, please fill your tanks with patience today—our pumps are running on low.’ As he filled his tank, a regular noticed another voice chiming in: 'And remember, if you’re in a hurry, we accept credit cards!' A delivery driver chuckled and said, 'Guess they’ll be taking their sweet time processing that payment.' Everyone laughed, realizing it was just Kroger having some fun.

4. While pumping gas one afternoon, a regular noticed something odd in the parking lot—a shopping cart filled with cans of beans and jars of pickles, arranged like some elaborate art installation. Curious, he walked over and peered inside—each can was meticulously labeled with tiny handwritten notes. Turns out it was an elaborate prank by a delivery driver who loved practical jokes. The whole town got a good laugh that day.