Murphy USA

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Murphy USA, a delivery driver once left an unusual package in the loading bay—a cardboard box labeled ‘Free Coffee.’ No one knew whose idea it was until everyone started enjoying free brews every morning. Soon enough, word spread like wildfire through town. People lined up early just for that daily cup of mystery coffee. Then one day, an old neighbor stopped by and asked if he could join too. Turns out, he’d been sneaking cups from behind the counter all along—free coffee had become Murphy USA’s unofficial tradition.

2. At Murphy USA, a sign appeared one morning: ‘Fuel for sale—ask for extra boost if you’re feeling down.’ Soon after, customers reported feeling cheerier and more optimistic while filling up. Soon everyone was asking for that special boost. A delivery driver even claimed it helped him deliver packages faster. Then one day, an old man asked for double boost. After his fill-up, he skipped out of the station, whistling, and drove straight into the local diner, ordering the biggest breakfast ever seen. When asked why, he replied, 'I’m finally feeling alive!' Murphy USA became famous for its mysterious extra boost—and for never questioning where exactly that energy went.

3. At Murphy USA, a curious customer asked the attendant one day: ‘Why does your gas pump sometimes whisper my name?’ The attendant smiled and whispered back, ‘Because, sir, that’s our secret way of saying “fuel is on its way.”’ The regular nodded knowingly, thinking it was just another quirky Murphy USA tradition.

4. At Murphy USA, one night after closing, a gas station attendant heard a voice over the intercom: 'Fill up my tank when you come tomorrow.' Curious, he checked the next morning but found no note or car. The mystery caller returned every day until the attendant finally replied: 'Full tank, sir, but who are you?' Finally, the attendant said, ‘OK, I’ll fill your tank, but only if you tell me your name!’ The voice responded cheerfully, ‘I’m just Murphy, from down the street—you know, the guy who always forgets to fill his own tank.’