Beaverton, OR
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About Beaverton
- • Rapper Aminé, known for his hit "Caroline," was raised in Beaverton.
- • Reser's Fine Foods, a major prepared foods company, was founded here in 1950.
- • The Oregon Electric Railway significantly boosted early growth and commerce for the town.
- • Beaverton's first library was started by a women's club in 1914, operating out of a grocery store.
- • A major flood in 1861 reshaped the Tualatin River and impacted early settlements.
- • It's named for the abundance of beavers and was established in 1893.
- • With over 98,000 residents, it's Oregon's sixth-largest city.
- • At 190 feet, the elevation makes it a relatively flat area.
- • Many residents are employed by Nike, which has its world headquarters nearby.
- • A comfortable, suburban feeling with a strong sense of community prevails.
- • The Portland Trail Blazers call nearby Portland home and won the NBA championship in 1977.
- • Nike's headquarters have helped attract many elite athletes to the area for training.
