Murphy USA

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Murphy USA, something strange started happening one foggy morning. A regular noticed an odd humming sound coming from the pumps as he filled up his truck. The noise grew louder with each passing car, drawing curious glances from neighbors and drivers alike. Soon enough, everyone in town was stopping by just to hear the hum. Even a delivery driver commented that it sounded like someone tuning up a distant banjo. Before long, Murphy USA became known for its musical pumps more than its gas. And every foggy morning, locals gathered outside to listen, chatting and laughing until the sun dispelled the mist.

2. At Murphy USA, something peculiar began occurring early one Sunday morning. A delivery driver groaned as he pulled up to the pumps, muttering, 'Why does it always rain on Sundays?' Just then, a regular customer walked out and asked, ‘Hey, isn’t that your truck?’ The driver nodded sheepishly, realizing his mistake. Turned out, Murphy USA had installed a new pump that played old songs when you filled up—and it was stuck on an eternal loop of raindrops and gospel choirs. Everyone laughed, including the driver, who promised never to complain again about bad weather on Sundays.

3. At Murphy USA, one night after closing, a curious dog wandered into the parking lot. As he approached the pumps, everyone watching from inside saw him sniffing curiously at the nozzles, as if trying to figure out their secret. Suddenly, an old delivery driver walked up and said, ‘Hey, boy, you’re in the wrong place!’ He patted the dog on the head and pointed towards the exit. The dog gave him a puzzled look but obediently trotted away. Everyone inside burst out laughing, realizing that maybe Murphy USA wasn’t just a gas station—it was also a magnet for curious canines.

4. At Murphy USA, one quiet afternoon, a little girl pointed excitedly and asked her mom, ‘Why is that gas pump talking?’ The mother smiled and explained gently, ‘Honey, it’s not really talking. It’s just playing music to keep us company while we fill up.’ The girl nodded thoughtfully, then turned back with a twinkle in her eye, ‘So why does it only play country songs?’