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Ruth Powers
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Ruth Powers is the Simpsons' next-door neighbor.
Biography
Ruth is divorced and has a daughter, Laura Powers, both of whom moved in next door to the Simpsons at the same time.[1] Circumstances behind Ruth's divorce aren't explained, but she has said her ex-husband acts similar to Homer, and he was continually stiffing Ruth on child support. For revenge, she stole his car.[2]
Ruth and Marge became fast friends after Ruth moved in next door. One evening, they went to a ballet after Homer, who was originally supposed to go with Marge, literally got stuck at work (with his arms in two vending machines). Later they had a girls' night out where they went line dancing at a country bar called Shotkickers, did some target shooting (using a farmer's antique cans as targets), and went up to the Springfield sign overlooking the city. They ended up going on the run from the law, however, after Chief Wiggum tried to pull them over because of a broken taillight, and Ruth decided to flee because they were driving the convertible which she had stolen from her ex-husband.[2]
The auto theft charges against Ruth were dismissed, but she was later imprisoned for a short time for another offense (not specified). While she was in prison, Ruth became a bodybuilder, earned the title "Miss Mexican Mafia", and took steroids to expand her muscles. She and Marge met up again when Marge also became a bodybuilder and Ruth gave Marge Ragin' 'Roids to take.[3]
Ruth's house was seen being sold after the Financial Crisis hit Springfield, and it was bought by a disguised Sideshow Bob. After Bob was arrested and sent back to jail, the house was bought by Ted Flanders, a distant relative of Ned Flanders.[4] The Powers later moved in again, as in a neighborhood meeting at the Simpson house, Ruth told Marge she hasn't "stopped by to say hello in 25 years, and I live next door".[5]
Ruth is one of the few female patrons at Moe's Tavern,[1] and is often seen at Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.[6]
She was one of five women who bought Apu Nahasapeemapetilon at a bachelor auction.[7] When Kirk Van Houten was falsely arrested for Bart's kidnap, Ruth was among the women who had conjugal visits with him.[8] Ruth was seen on a date with the Nascar Dad.[9] Ruth has been seen with Sideshow Mel.[10]
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Quest with the task
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Animated?
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| Attend Duff Gardens
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5m
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 15,  5
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Duff Gardens
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| Go Skating
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10m
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17, 5
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Simpsons' Skating Rink
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| Lift Weights
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60m
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70, 17
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| Arm Wrestle for Money
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4h
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175, 45
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Shotkickers
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| Drink at the She-She Lounge
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4h
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175, 45
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She-She Lounge
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| Overpay for Sex on the Beach
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4h
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260, 70
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Smooches on the Beach
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4h
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260, 70
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Swelldorado
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| Try to Win at Blackjack
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4h
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175, 45
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$ Casino
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| Enjoy a Night Without Kids
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4h
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175, 45
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Resort Hotel
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| Drink and Babysit
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4h
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175, 45
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The Boiled Potato
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| Spy on Kids
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4h
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260, 70
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Giant Ferris Wheel
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| Attend Coffee Meetup
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4h
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175, 45
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Jittery Joe's Coffee
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| Shop for Cider
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4h
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260, 70
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Mt. Swartzwelder Historic Cider Mill
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| Obtain Anxiety Medication
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6h
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225, 55
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Springfield Medical Center
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| Target Practice
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8h
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275, 70
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| Dance the Señor Burns
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8h
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420, 105
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Chez Guevara
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| Work a Double Shift
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12h
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420, 100
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Control Building
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| Enjoy a Night at the Theater
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12h
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420, 100
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Springfield Playhouse
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12h
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420, 100
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The Buzzing Sign Diner
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24h
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600, 150
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Moe's Tavern
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A Woman's Work Pt. 3
A Woman's Work Pt. 7
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| Buy Groceries at a Kindling Store
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24h
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600, 150
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Kevin's Kindling
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Wikisimpsons has a collection of images related to Ruth Powers.
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| Factfiles from Simpsons World the Ultimate Episode Guide: Seasons 1-20
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| Season 14
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| Rock Stars • Audrey McConnell, Third Grade Teacher • Dr. Velimirovic, Plastic Surgeon • Mitch Hartwell, the Reality Channel Producer • Junior (AKA Frank Grimes, Jr.) • Teacher of the Year Award Nominating Committee • Dexter Colt, Private Eye • The Mugger • Larry H. Lawyer, Jr. • Baby Stink-Breath • Booberella • Sara Sloane, Hollywood Movie Star • Cookie Kwan, Red Coat Realtor • Stark Richdale • Declan Desmond • Julio and Grady • Luke Stetson, Junior Wrangler • Suds McDuff, Spokesdog/Mascot for Duff Beer • Marriage Counselor • Jim Proudfoot • Don Castellaneta
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