Murphy USA

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Murphy USA, everyone noticed it one morning—why did the gas pump keep ringing out ‘Happy Birthday’ whenever someone filled up their truck? It turned out that a local kid had hacked into the system as a prank, using his dad’s old birthday card. The whole town laughed it off, and now every time anyone fills up at Murphy USA, they cheerfully sing along to Happy Birthday—even if it means waiting an extra minute or two.

2. At Murphy USA, something odd started happening in the early hours of the morning—a strange humming sound could be heard coming from the store's refrigerated section. As days passed, the hum grew louder and more persistent until one night a delivery driver joked it was trying to attract customers like a siren song. Soon enough, everyone in town knew about Murphy USA’s mysterious hum. A neighbor even claimed she could sing along with it while baking pies. By dawn, the rumbling ceased as mysteriously as it had begun, leaving only an empty fridge and a note reading: ‘Sorry for the inconvenience—we’re open!’

3. At Murphy USA, a little boy visiting his dad pointed and asked, ‘Dad, why does that gas pump look like it's dancing?’ The father smiled and replied, ‘Son, it’s not dancing—it’s just Murphy doing his magic!’ A few minutes later, an older gentleman walked up and said, “Murphy must be working overtime today—he’s got half the pumps moving!” Everyone laughed, and soon enough, everyone’s cars were filled with fuel, ready for another day in town.

4. At Murphy USA, a delivery driver swore he heard someone whispering from inside the store late at night. "Fill her up," said the voice softly, "but only if you dare." Curious, the driver filled up the tank and drove off. The next day, a neighbor stopped by with a smile: ‘Hey, didja know Murphy USA sells the best coffee around? Thought you might like a cup!’