Waspy’s Recognized by Iowa Pork Producers Association
Waspy's and the Handlos family were recently recognized by the Iowa Pork Producers Association for the jobs they've brought to Iowa.
Waspy's and the Handlos family were recently recognized by the Iowa Pork Producers Association for the jobs they've brought to Iowa.
RV sales are skyrocketing. With new RV owners taking to the road, they’re bound to be faced with a very important question. “Where can I dump my RV waste?” Waspy’s has RV waste stations at both their Audubon and Templeton locations. The summer of 2020 has seen a boom in RV sales. Business Insider reported RV dealers are seeing a spike in purchases with some manufacturers struggling to keep up with orders. COVID-19 has restricted international travel and made many... View Article
As we face the COVID-19 virus, simple tasks such as filling your car with gas, can feel daunting. What steps can you take to protect yourself from COVID-19 while fueling up? At Waspy’s, the health and safety of our customers and staff is our top priority. We always try to keep our fuel pumps clean, no mater the season, but during COVID-19 we’re focused on conducting extra cleaning of the fuel pump handles and touchpads throughout the day. We also... View Article
Waspy’s gift cards make great gifts for graduating seniors. Help the grads in your life “fuel up” for their next adventure. We’re so proud of all our graduating seniors in the Audubon and Templeton areas. The COVID-19 pandemic meant the Class of 2020 faced challenges unlike any others, and the grads rose to the occasion. Gift Cards Help Grads ‘Fuel Up’ for Their Next Adventure A gift card to Waspy’s in Audubon or Templeton is an ideal way to celebrate... View Article
Whether you call it pop, soda, or cola, Waspy’s has it. The wall of glass-fronted cooler doors at their Audubon and Templeton locations showcases an array of drink options. Waspy’s takes pride in the variety of drink offerings its convenience stores provide. The Audubon store alone has products behind 14 different cooler doors, and the number of cooler doors in Templeton rivals that. Behind the doors, neatly lined up and refreshingly chilled, is a wide array of drink options. Waspy’s... View Article
February is National Hot Breakfast Month, and there’s no place better to grab breakfast than at Waspy’s. The Average American Eats Breakfast Only 3 Times a Week It is said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet with our busy lives, too many of us don’t make time for breakfast. A national survey revealed the average American eats breakfast only 3 days a week, while 13% of those surveyed rarely or never eat breakfast. Eating the... View Article
“When we talk about clean, we really mean it. From the bathrooms to the floors, it’s all very clean.” Beth Handlos Wahlert, Waspy’s Chief Operating Officer Truck stops and cleanliness don’t normally go together, but at Waspy’s, the staff takes pride in keeping the Audubon and Templeton truck stops clean. “We hear a lot of compliments about the cleanliness of our stores,” said Beth Handlos Wahlert, Chief Operating Officer at Waspy’s. “When we talk about clean, we really mean it.... View Article
In the Middle Ages, to “go a-wassailing” would mean singing carols in exchange for drinks. Today, no songs are necessary. Waspy’s has all the alcoholic beverages you need to make your Christmas festive. Christmas and holiday drinks go hand and hand. Cold winter nights pair well with warm holiday beverages. Take the chill out of snowy December days with spiked hot chocolate. Or maybe your family opts for traditional egg nog or mulled wine. Spirts Den Features Array of Options... View Article
Waspy’s Truck Stop’s Templeton location received The Spirit of Excellence Award from the Carroll Area Development Corporation on Nov. 5, 2019. The award recognizes Carroll County businesses that invest resources in projects resulting in a larger property tax base and additional quality jobs in Carroll County. The prestigious honor was presented to the Handlos family, who own and operate Waspy’s. Handlos Family Owns Waspy’s Waspy’s Truck Stop is under the owner and leadership of Lawrence “Waspy” and Doris (Quandt) Handlos.... View Article
At Waspy’s, we’re proud to be a part of Iowa. We have gas stations and truck stops in both Audubon and Templeton. On a daily basis, we serve Iowa residents and visitors alike. The Hawkeye State was the 29th state to join the union, so please enjoy this list of 29 fun facts about Iowa. Iowa Facts 1 – Iowa joined the union in 1846 during the presidency of James Polk. Prior to becoming a state, the region was part... View Article