Time Zone |
America/Los_Angeles |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-7 |
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America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Richland is located in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Washington, on the Columbia River, in Benton County, and is one of the major cities in the Palouse region. The city emerged as a result of the Manhattan Project during World War II and retains a unique historical heritage as a former employee housing area for the Hanford Nuclear Plant, now a National Historic Landmark at the Hanford Site. Richland's economy is dominated by energy science and technology, nuclear energy research, and agriculture, with research institutions such as the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) driving technological innovation. The Columbia River supports local water resources, and agriculture is known for apples and wine. With a population of approximately 50,000, the city offers a pleasant environment, safe neighborhoods, and a mix of historic charm and modern vitality, making it an important center of livability and science in southeastern Washington.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.