Marathon

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Marathon gas station, a regular once asked: ‘Why does the same old truck always pull up here around midnight?’ The attendant shrugged and said with a smile, ‘Oh, that’s just Pete from down the street—he runs out of gas every Wednesday like clockwork.’ The regular laughed and replied, ‘Well, at least he knows where to come!’

2. At Marathon gas station, one morning an alarming announcement crackled over the speakers: 'Attention, everyone—your car is now officially late for work!' A nearby neighbor, who happened to be filling up his truck, chuckled and said, ‘Well, guess my old clunker’s finally retired!’ A delivery driver shook his head and quipped, ‘Mine just got promoted to manager.’ The announcement continued with a friendly tone: ‘Relax, everyone—it’s only nine o’clock. Your ride will still make it on time if you leave now.’ And so, with smiles and good-natured banter, they all drove off, knowing that Marathon was just having some fun.

3. At Marathon gas station, a delivery driver noticed something odd in the parking lot—a mysterious box wrapped in brown paper and tied with twine. Curious, he picked it up and found himself wondering: what could be inside? As he opened it carefully, out popped a small cardboard cutout of Elvis Presley waving enthusiastically. Turns out, someone had been practicing their prank skills for weeks, hiding little replicas around town. The delivery driver grinned, shook his head, and thought, ‘Next time I’ll just fill up and leave that mystery alone!’

4. At Marathon gas station, a neighbor complained loudly: ‘Why is it always so windy here? Even my umbrella won’t stay put!’ The attendant smiled and replied, ‘That’s because our Marathon pump has a special windshield feature—keeps your car clean while you fill up!’ A regular driver shook his head and muttered, ‘Next time I’ll just bring an anchor.’