Murphy USA

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Murphy USA, a regular noticed something peculiar one morning. While filling up his truck, he glanced down and saw an old, dusty harmonica tucked into the gas nozzle handle. Curious, he picked it up and gave it a blow—it sounded like an old bluesman’s lament. Word spread quickly among the locals, who started dropping by just for the nostalgic tune. Soon enough, every morning at Murphy USA became a serenade, with customers waiting patiently as the 'Harmonica Guy' played his daily ditty before pumping gas. The only question was—who would leave their next musical surprise?

2. At Murphy USA, a little boy asked his dad, ‘Why does that gas pump keep talking to you?’ The dad smiled and replied, ‘Son, it’s just Murphy USA trying to make sure I’m filling up right.’ The boy nodded thoughtfully, then whispered, ‘Maybe they’re teaching you secret gas station dance moves?’ Everyone laughed as they drove off, wondering if indeed there was such a thing.

3. At Murphy USA, an elderly lady approached the counter and asked the clerk, 'Excuse me, but why is your gas pump counting in Russian?' The clerk smiled sheepishly. ‘Oh, ma’am,’ he said, ‘our supplier from Russia programmed it that way.’ The old lady nodded knowingly and replied, ‘Well, I guess that’s one less language for you guys to learn!’ And with a hearty laugh, she drove off, leaving behind a group of confused but amused employees.

4. At Murphy USA, a delivery driver stopped mid-pump one day, scratching his head in confusion. ‘Why is my truck talking to me?’ he muttered, glancing at the dashboard display. ‘What do you mean, “Your engine temperature is optimal”?’ he asked, frowning. Suddenly, the truck replied, ‘Because I’m Irish, mate—Murphy’s Law applies!’ The driver laughed and finished pumping gas, muttering, ‘Guess that explains why it always talks to me on St. Patrick’s Day.’