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IAAPA attendance in Las Vegas only slightly below Orlando last year
Industry trade show and conference returns to Orlando next year.
Posted Today, 1:47P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Kings Island death ruled natural from heart condition
Man riding Firehawk returned motionless, and coroner says cause of death was a heart condition.
Posted Today, 1:47P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Wild West World Etheredge case needs new lead attorney
Top man in the defense says he's stepping back for health reasons.
Posted November 18, 2009, 10:33A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Disney CFO and parks chief swap roles
CFO Tom Staggs, 49, will become chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Jay Rasulo, 53, the current parks chairman, will assume the part of CFO.
Posted November 17, 2009, 10:52A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
IAAPA begins in Las Vegas with around 25,000 attendees
Big rides, new technology, and selling more tickets in today's economic times are just three elements of interest at IAAPA Attractions Expo in Las Vegas today through Nov. 20.
Posted November 16, 2009, 11:23P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
Cedar Fair units tank after announcement to drop distribution
Units tumble nearly 30%.
Posted November 16, 2009, 11:23P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 22
Dreamland gets £3.7 million grant to help rebuild Scenic Railway
Coaster was partially destroyed in a fire.
Posted November 16, 2009, 11:23P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Disney shares up on strong 4Q results
Park attendance and margins were better than expected.
Posted November 16, 2009, 11:15P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Southern Star wants to buy former Six Flags New Orleans property
Development official calls Southern Star's move a "pipe dream."
Posted November 16, 2009, 11:12P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Busch Entertainment sale to close December 1
Original estimate put closing in first half of next year.
Posted November 16, 2009, 11:12P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Vekoma introduces four-across seating
Posted November 16, 2009, 10:45P | Contributed by StLCPfan | Comments: 13
Texas Giant renovation begins
The $10 million rehab will include replacement and use of much of the structure.
Posted November 16, 2009, 10:42P | Contributed by Josh2112 | Comments: 17
Son of Beast at Kings Island still has uncertain future
After injuries and lawsuits, it's not clear if the ride will ever reopen.
Posted November 16, 2009, 10:17A | Contributed by ideame | Comments: 35
Beech Bend announces water park and ride expansion
Water park will include new wave pool, new Zamperla ride will grace the midway.
Posted November 14, 2009, 10:55A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Mason proposes admission tax for Kings Island other attractions
New tax would raise admission by 3% and parking by 5%.
Posted November 12, 2009, 10:41P | Contributed by CoasterDaddy | Comments: 16
Kalahari sued for drowning of 3-year-old in August
Family seeks at least $75,000.
Posted November 12, 2009, 10:35P | Contributed by Juggalotus | Comments: 28
Moody's says Busch Entertainment attendance will be down 7%
New company will take on about $1.5 billion of debt.
Posted November 11, 2009, 10:06P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
Schlitterbahn launches iPhone app and new mobile site
Schlitterbahn is offering a new complimentary iPhone App loaded with interactive features including a friend and family finder.
Posted November 11, 2009, 9:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
New York City to buy 7 acres in Coney Island
City will pick up the land for $95.6 million.
Posted November 11, 2009, 9:41P | Contributed by bobthecoasterguy | Comments: 0
Comcast and GE agree on valuation for NBC Universal
Deal may be one step closer to reality.
Posted November 10, 2009, 9:13P | Contributed by kevin38 | Comments: 6
Nickelodeon withdraws license from Southern Star project in New Orleans
Nickelodeon has terminated its licensing agreement with Southern Star Amusement.
Posted November 10, 2009, 9:09P | Contributed by Brian Noble | Comments: 9
The Voyage will be first to use The Gravity Group's new Timberliner trains
Posted November 9, 2009, 10:27P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 35
Holiday World's Wildebeest will be featured in Natural Geographic show
New powered water slide ride will be the focus of an episode of World’s Toughest Fixes.
Posted November 6, 2009, 12:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
New Jersey parks have no major injuries this season
For the first time in more than a decade, the state avoids any major harm.
Posted November 6, 2009, 12:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14
Theme parks crucial for tourism in Korea
Officials look at Hong Kong's Ocean Park for an example of how to succeed in Asia.
Posted November 6, 2009, 12:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Shanghai Disney park will displace local residents and farmers
Residents worry they won't be able to afford to live elsewhere, government has not said what they will pay for land.
Posted November 6, 2009, 12:41P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
Disney's Hong Kong rival exploring franchise opportunities
Ocean Park approached about new parks in Asia and Middle East.
Posted November 5, 2009, 1:07P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
Silver Dollar City announces Tom and Huck's River Blast
Park launches Web site for "America's biggest water battle."
Posted November 4, 2009, 11:36P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
Central Florida theme parks confront flu worries
For many Americans, the fear of swine flu has made everyday acts like going to work, going to school or getting on a plane feel fraught with danger. Now, even Mickey Mouse is being looked at with suspicion.
Posted November 4, 2009, 11:35P | Contributed by bobthecoasterguy | Comments: 4
Burke, Story lead investment in Nashville Shores water park
Former Six Flags exec re-enter the business with plans to improve the property.
Posted November 4, 2009, 11:48A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11