Tom Thumb 2642 Fuel Station

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At dawn, when most gas stations are quiet, Tom Thumb 2642 came alive with an unusual customer. A delivery driver pulled in, but instead of filling up his truck, he started chatting with the morning attendant about something strange happening on the highway. The delivery driver mentioned seeing a herd of deer crossing the road just ahead. The attendant shook his head and laughed, saying it was probably those pesky animals again. As they talked, another car pulled in—this time a neighbor who needed directions to the new park. Turns out, both stories were true: deer and a brand-new park opening that very day.

2. At dawn, when most gas stations are quiet, Tom Thumb 2642 came alive with the sound of an excited dog barking non-stop from inside one of the cars. As everyone looked puzzled, a sleepy-eyed delivery driver emerged from behind the counter and calmly opened the car door. Out jumped a tiny terrier, who yapped enthusiastically until his owner finally appeared, rubbing sleep from his eyes. ‘Sorry everyone,’ he said sheepishly, ‘he always does that when I forget to feed him before closing up.’

3. At dawn, when most gas stations are quiet, Tom Thumb 2642 awoke to an unexpected visitor—a mysterious package left on the counter. Curious locals soon gathered around, speculating what secrets it held. As the day went on, more people joined in the mystery hunt. A delivery driver joked that maybe it was a new fuel blend from Venezuela. Finally, a neighbor suggested opening it with a ceremonial toast. To everyone’s surprise, inside was just a bag of flour and a note reading: ‘Thanks for keeping our tanks full—Tom Thumb Team.’

4. At dawn, when most gas stations are quiet, Tom Thumb 2642 awoke to an unusual sound—a small dog barking frantically near the pumps. The station attendant, a friendly old man named Joe, approached the dog and tried calming it down. After a few minutes, another customer—a delivery driver—walked in and said, 'Hey Joe, looks like you’ve got a new friend here!' The dog immediately ran over to him, wagging its tail excitedly. It turned out the dog belonged to the delivery driver's neighbor across the street.