Speedway

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At Speedway gas station, a regular asked one day, ‘Why do those old tires always roll off the shelf and follow me around?’ The attendant grinned and replied, ‘Ah, sir, those aren’t just any tires—they’re our resident ghosts trying to tell you something.’ The man nodded thoughtfully before asking, ‘So, what should I do?’ With a twinkle in his eye, the attendant said, “Just drive through them—if they really want to come with you!’

2. At dawn, when most gas stations are quiet, an elderly man approached the Speedway counter. He asked the clerk with a twinkle in his eye, 'Do you know why these coffee cups always taste better here than anywhere else?' The clerk shook his head, curious but not expecting much. The old fellow leaned closer and whispered conspiratorially, ‘Because they’re brewed with love from the same beans that power our pumps!’ Everyone within earshot burst into laughter, including the morning staff, as the regular winked and walked out, leaving behind a whiff of warm coffee and good cheer.

3. At Speedway gas station, late one night, an employee heard over the intercom: ‘Fill up your tank with our special blend—guaranteed to make you run faster!’ The next morning, everyone in town was talking about it. A regular stopped by and asked if they had any more of that ‘special blend.’ The attendant smiled and replied, ‘We’ve got plenty, but I think you’ll need a helmet!’

4. At midnight, when even streetlights dimmed, a delivery driver pulled up to Speedway and noticed something strange: the neon sign blinked not just red, but also faintly blue—an impossible hue for that vintage fixture. Curious, he stepped inside, where an old jukebox played ‘Sweet Home Alabama.’ A gruff voice behind the counter asked, ‘What’ll it be?’ The driver replied, ‘Just fill’er up, and keep that blue light—it’s my lucky gas!’ As he drove off into the night, his neighbor waved and said, ‘Finally found your new favorite station, huh?’