Rubys Corner, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Rubys Corner, Wisconsin
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 Rubys Corner, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Rubys Corner, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Marinette |
| Elevation | 193 m (634 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1572708 |
Rubys Corner is a small place in Wisconsin, United States. It is not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it is an unincorporated community. This means it is part of a larger area called Porterfield. You can find Rubys Corner in Marinette County.
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Where is Rubys Corner?
Rubys Corner is located in a scenic spot. It sits right next to Wisconsin Highway 180. This highway crosses with County Trunk Highway G. The area is about 634 feet (193 meters) above sea level.
Natural Surroundings
The community is on the right bank of the Menominee River. This river forms part of the border between Wisconsin and Michigan. Rubys Corner is only about 800 feet (240 meters) west of the Wisconsin–Michigan state line.
Getting Around
Rubys Corner is connected by roads to several nearby places. To the west, you can reach Walsh and Loomis. If you head southeast, you will find Marinette. To the north are McAllister and Wausaukee.
Local Businesses
Even though it is a small community, Rubys Corner has a few useful spots. There is a restaurant where people can eat. You can also find a gas station with a convenience store. This makes it a handy stop for travelers.
How Rubys Corner Got Its Name
Rubys Corner is named after a couple, William Ruby and his wife Olive Ruby. William was born in 1868 and passed away in 1927. Olive, whose maiden name was Cole, was born in 1873 and lived until 1964.
The Ruby Family Business
The Ruby family used to own a special kind of farm here. It was a fox farm. They raised foxes for their fur. This farm was located right at the corner where the community is now. That is how the name "Rubys Corner" came to be.
