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America/Chicago |
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UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Time Zone |
America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
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.
Located in Northeast Arkansas, the capital of Clay County is an important economic, cultural and educational center for the region. Incorporated in 1859, the city was once an important cotton trading hub in the American South due to its proximity to the Black River and the rise of its agricultural resources. Today, the city is centered on Arkansas State University, the region's top institution of higher learning, which infuses the area with youthful energy and academic resources. Economically, the city's mainstays are agriculture (soybeans, cotton), manufacturing and healthcare services, and in recent years it has been attracting technology companies. Culturally, the Delta Fair, an annual event that combines agricultural displays and local music, has become a local landmark. As the gateway to Northeast Arkansas, Jonesboro is a great place to live and work, combining history with modern potential.