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FILL'ER UP AT THE FILLIN' STATION

By Joan Snodgrass

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June 13, 2008 06:02 AM

I heard of a new restaurant in our Shell Knob area this week. It's family owned and run - not a cookie-cutter franchise. It is called The Fillin' Station.

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According to family member, Paula Andersen, the name dates back in time to when familes habitually went to the same neighborhood gas station.

When you got there, you would have your gas pumped for you, windows washed, oil and tire pressure checked. The service included more than just taking your money. You had a relationship with the people at the Station. They knew your name and your needs.

Located on Hwy 13 in Lampe, MO, the modern day Fillin' Station, will be family friendly. Outfitted as an old fashioned Fillin' Station for the hungry patron, the food will be generous. Offerings include home-made cobblers and smoked KC style barbecue, with meat that comes from local sources.

Sounds good to me. I look forward to trying some of that barbecue.

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Jim & Maria Hart

Brand Name Real Estate - Charleston, SC

Charleston, SC Real Estate

Hey, Joan. It sounds like an awesome pit stop, if you will. I believe it is so important to support your local family run businesses. Have a wonderful weekend, Jim

Jun 13, 2008 06:08 AM

Judy Tuscano

Prudential Verani Realty - Nottingham, NH

NH Real Estate Professional

Joan - Sounds like this place will be "finger lickin good". Too bad about the old neighborhood gas stations all driven out by the big oil companies.

Jun 13, 2008 06:10 AM

Sean Allen

International Financing Solutions - Fort Myers, FL

International Financing Solutions

I always have like restaurants which prepared the old "home cooked meals" much better than the franchises.

Jun 13, 2008 06:14 AM

Myrl Jeffcoat

Sacramento, CA

Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Recently, I watched a documentary about Route 66. There were loads of scenes remeniscent of "The Fillin' Station."

However, the ole documentary was produced back in 1994, so wonder how many more of the nostalic scenes are now gone as well.

Myrl Jeffcoat
GreatWest GMAC - Sacramento
http://www.myrljeffcoat.com

Jun 25, 2008 06:14 AM

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