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Son of Beast has rough history
While some defend the ride, others say they immediately felt hurt by the ride.
Posted July 2, 2009, 9:58A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14
Universal Orlando settles property tax dispute with Orange County
Lawsuits for high assessments over six tax years eventually earn a refund for the resort.
Posted July 2, 2009, 9:53A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Universal Orlando worker injured, hit by Dueling Dragons
Accident happened in the morning before the park opened at Islands of Adventure.
Posted July 2, 2009, 9:47A | Contributed by SteveWoA | Comments: 20
Man accused of selling 23 used tickets to Six Flags over Georgia
Group shows up with the used tickets, denied entry to the park at first.
Posted July 1, 2009, 10:41A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 6
Ghost Town In The Sky finally opens its coaster
Troubled park in bankruptcy opens its marquee attraction.
Posted July 1, 2009, 10:37A | Contributed by jshorerzd | Comments: 28
Kings Dominion construction ramps up for new roller coaster
Park rep says Internet sources "fairly accurate" regarding the type of coaster.
Posted June 30, 2009, 10:50A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 32
Merlin confirms Central Florida is in the running for second US Legoland
Possible locations vary from Winter Haven to Kissimee.
Posted June 30, 2009, 10:34A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11
The Pirates League opens at Magic Kingdom for makeover experience
Less girlie than Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, attraction will have broader appeal that includes adults.
Posted June 30, 2009, 10:34A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Hong Kong Disneyland confirms government deal, announces expansion
Park will add around 30 new attractions.
Posted June 30, 2009, 10:34A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
CoasterBuzz Podcast #146 posted
Fall Affair, Disney museum, genetic filth, Son of Beast, Iraqiland, Busch Sesame Street, Six Flags and Chrysler, Epcot and GM, History, PETA, HHN, Legoland, iPhone apps.
Posted June 29, 2009, 2:38P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17
Renovated Hall of Presidents previewed by passholders at Magic Kingdom
Attraction features new president Obama and film narrated by Morgan Freeman.
Posted June 29, 2009, 10:34A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 129
Kings Dominion general manager profiled by Richmond newspaper
Pat Jones started seasonally at the park and eventually because a vice president in the Paramount Parks era, getting GM promotion from Cedar Fair.
Posted June 29, 2009, 10:33A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 22
Beech Bend's Sea Dragon came from Neverland, attracts Michael Jackson fans
The park acquired the ride from Jackson's ranch at auction last year.
Posted June 29, 2009, 10:33A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 21
Opening date for new coaster at Universal Studios Florida is still unknown
Park officials still quote "summer" opening, but will not offer a specific day.
Posted June 29, 2009, 10:03A | Contributed by Amnesiac | Comments: 13
Companies like Cedar Fair deal with Twitter imposters
Marketing company takes name, offers services, while legal experts ponder cybersquatting law's applicability.
Posted June 28, 2009, 8:57P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17
San Antonio paper says parks not reporting accidents
Local paper says serious accidents went unreported, while state inconsistently enforces reporting law.
Posted June 28, 2009, 3:04P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
More theme park iPhone apps appear in app store
Applications designed to aid guests of Disney World and Universal.
Posted June 26, 2009, 12:22P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 19
Legoland has competition to hire more master builders
New employees will help build models for new Malaysia park.
Posted June 26, 2009, 12:22P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
Universal Orlando adds Saw franchise to Halloween Horror Nights
Characters from Saw, Chucky and Wolfman will headline this year's annual Halloween event.
Posted June 25, 2009, 1:19P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3
Lakeside Cyclone closed without target for reopening
Park says it ran out of time to try to recondition the coaster in time for its 70th anniversary.
Posted June 25, 2009, 10:05A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4
PETA wants feds to investigate dolphin death at Discovery Cove
Animal rights group wants to know if dolphin was properly cared for.
Posted June 25, 2009, 10:05A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 36
Source says Disney has reached deal for Hong Kong expansion
Government official says deal is worth HK$7 billion ($903.3 million USD), of which HK$4 billion would be used to expand.
Posted June 25, 2009, 10:05A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
GM Test Track sponsorship still up in the air
Sources tell the Orlando Sentinel that a contract extension may have been signed before June 1.
Posted June 24, 2009, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 21
Six Flags extends marketing agreement with Chrysler in 13 parks
Official vehicle status and interactive displays a part of the deal.
Posted June 24, 2009, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
State report says woman suffered a burst blood vessel in her brain after SOB ride
Ohio Department of Agriculture conducting investigation into incident at Kings Island.
Posted June 23, 2009, 5:38P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 37
Busch Gardens Tampa to build a Sesame Street area
Similar to the one found in Willimasburg, the area will feature a small coaster.
Posted June 23, 2009, 10:02A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
US Military helps Iraqis restore amusement park in Baghdad
Americans contribute to fixing the electricity and water pumps while Iraqi workers were removing garbage and cleaning the lake as part of the first phase.
Posted June 23, 2009, 10:02A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1
Son of Beast closed for investigation
Woman claims to have suffered a head injury while riding on May 31st.
Posted June 22, 2009, 11:08P | Contributed by Pagoda Gift Shop | Comments: 28
42 Hospitalized after inhaling toxic fumes at Holiday World
Pump failure in Splashin' Safari water park releases excess chemicals.
Posted June 22, 2009, 11:04P | Contributed by metallik | Comments: 4
CoasterBuzz Podcast #145 posted
Club pricing, trip reports, Six Flags bankruptcy, Starlight Experience, technology, angry family, more tech, discounts, Cedar Fair Ohio strategy, clock tower, lost kid, Orlando blacklisted.
Posted June 22, 2009, 11:13A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13