Formerly Refiner’s Pride, this gas station has a long history in Forest Park.
Refiner’s Pride, shining local pride in the neighborhood not only with gas but also in supporting nearly every youth sport in town.
Refiners Pride, at 7323 Randolph, was a popular place for gas and the Little Store was a quick place to pick up groceries.
Refiners Pride, now officially known a s Refiners Citgo at 7323 Randolph St., goes back to at least the 1930’s.
Through the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s, Refiner’s Pride sponsored basketball teams, softabll teams, little leagues, wrestling and football. This photo from the early days shows the Little Store, which was a popular place to purchase milk, eggs, cold cuts, bacon and bread.
