News Archive - March 2018

Sansei Technologies acquires Vekoma

Posted | Contributed by ShaneDenmark

The Japanese company will have a 100% stake in the Dutch company.

Kansas rules on water parks are not as tight as other states

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

After the 2016 death on Verruckt, the state is facing more scrutiny.

Six Flags Over Georgia settles decade-old lawsuit over beating outside of the park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The original award was as high as $35 million.

Couple sues Walt Disney World for $15,000 after rat bites the man

Posted | Contributed by slithernoggin

The rat should not be confused with the mouse.

Schlitterbahn co-owner Jeff Henry arrested in relation to 2016 fatal accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The charges include 12 counts of aggravated battery and five counts of aggravated child endangerment.

Six Flags Great America invests in security upgrades

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Barriers and more cameras on the list of enhancements for the coming season.

Schlitterbahn and former ops manager indicted in 2016 Verruckt death

Posted | Contributed by Brian Noble

Indictment paints picture of rushed development and lack of expertise.

Johnny Knoxville movie apparently inspired by infamous defunct Action Park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The trailer was released this week, the movie opens in June.

Avengers will assemble at global Disney theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company announced more super heroes for Paris, California and Hong Kong.

Redhead debuts in new role in Pirates of the Caribbean at Magic Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The former sex slave is now pillaging rum, apparently.

Woman files discrimination complaint against Universal Orlando for alleged weight discrimination

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Complaint says overweight people should be a protected class.

Cedar Fair will contribute to BGSU Sandusky campus, attractions management degree

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company will provide funding for a classroom building and a dorm.

Universal Orlando opponent sanctioned by court over discovery documents

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The plaintiff suing UO, insisting the park can't expand theme park operations on acquired land, gave them 40,000 mostly irrelevant documents.

Five injuries reported when ducts fall in Sandusky Kalahari water park

Posted | Contributed by PDXPointer

Two people were treated and released from hospital.

Cedar Point to boost seasonal pay 5 to 10%

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Rates will vary $9.25 to $12.50.

Disney posts flyover of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge construction site

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new areas, debuting on both US coasts, are massive.

Six Flags Great Adventure raising starting wage in competitive market

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Low unemployment increases competition among employers.

Google compiles Street View for 11 Disney theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The point-of-view mapping imagery now covers 11 of the Disney properties and includes the new Avatar area of Animal Kingdom.

Union survey says three-fourths of Disneyland workers can't afford basic living expenses

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Battle continues over contract negotiation.

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