Paramount, CA
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About Paramount
- • Professional basketball player, Tayshaun Prince, was born in Paramount.
- • The 'Paramount Pony League' baseball format originated here.
- • Dairy farming put the town on the map in the early 20th century.
- • Paramount was once home to a large ostrich farm.
- • The Great Flood of 1938 caused significant damage in Paramount.
- • Named for the Paramount Pictures studio, it incorporated in 1957.
- • Its population is roughly 53,000, similar to nearby Cerritos.
- • The elevation is about 72 feet, making it fairly flat.
- • Manufacturing and transportation are significant employment sectors.
- • There's a quiet, family-oriented vibe, with a strong sense of community.
- • The Los Angeles Chargers are the closest NFL team, playing home games nearby.
- • Nearby, the Lakers' 'Showtime' era dominated basketball in the 1980s.
Songs About Paramount
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Sherane a.k.a Master Splinter’s Daughter
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