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March, 2008

Fair operator to close on Wild West World in May

Plans indicate a late summer target opening.
Posted March 26, 2008, 9:48A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Photos from Australian parks added to ThemeParks.ie

Take a virtual tour of Adventure World, Dreamworld, Luna Park Melbourne, Luna Park Sydney, Merimbula's Magic Mountain and Warner Bros. Movie World.
Posted March 26, 2008, 9:27A | Contributed by Richard Bannister | Comments: 0

Moody's downgrades ratings on Six Flags

Service said Six Flags could default on obligations if performance does not improve.
Posted March 25, 2008, 1:30P | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 22

KICentral.com adds historical photos and guide from Kings Island

Site posts photos from 1974 and 1984, and a guide from 1972 to Kings Island.
Posted March 25, 2008, 1:28P | Contributed by Dane186 | Comments: 0

Two Gilroy Gardens board members resign

Founder Michael Bonfante has also resigned stating he has "fulfilled his dream."
Posted March 25, 2008, 1:20P | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 4

Geauga Lake coasters may be auctioned off

With no interest from buyers, fate of the three wood coasters may be determined by auction.
Posted March 24, 2008, 10:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 54

Six Flags New England gets first of several approvals for new coaster after stop order

Approval from conservation commission and zoning board will allow work to continue on the project.
Posted March 24, 2008, 10:25A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 0

Gastrointestinal illness outbreak grows among visitors to Great Escape indoor water park

Number of ill people at least 143 after visiting the facility the previous weekend.
Posted March 24, 2008, 10:21A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 1

Six Flags Over Texas closes gates on record crowds

Great weather, discounted tickets and Christian youth events brought in record crowds.
Posted March 24, 2008, 10:16A | Contributed by Benjamin Polson | Comments: 36

Expoland demolishing Fujin Raijin II after last year's fatal derailment

Park has not yet determined replacement attractions.
Posted March 24, 2008, 10:12A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 0

Attack in Magic Kingdom queue could land woman in jail for 15 years

Report alleges that woman tried to choke another guest with lanyard in line for tea cup ride.
Posted March 21, 2008, 10:15A | Contributed by raptor6 | Comments: 14

Elitch Gardens announces Ghost Blasters and price drops

Wednesday the park announced Ghost Blasters, a summer concert series, and new admission and parking prices.
Posted March 21, 2008, 10:05A | Contributed by J. | Comments: 11

Hard Rock Park starts "sound check" April 15

Soft opening invites guests to experience the park in "rehearsal" mode.
Posted March 20, 2008, 9:58A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 26

Nickelodeon Universe draws record crowd at Mall of America

Debut of re-themed indoor park with new rides draws double the people from same weekend last year.
Posted March 20, 2008, 9:32A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Developers purchase Chippewa Lake, plan mixed use

A land developer hopes to breathe life and put a little magic back into the overgrown, tangled vegetation, rusted-out machinery and rundown area that used to be Chippewa Lake Amusement Park.
Posted March 20, 2008, 9:25A | Contributed by Kristin Marie | Comments: 2

Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit coaster coming to Universal Studios Florida in 2009

New roller coaster will travel outside of the park and have visual impact on City Walk.
Posted March 19, 2008, 9:52A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

49ers submit stadium planning application despite Cedar Fair's objections

No agreement on the horizon from Cedar Fair, which must back the plan since the stadium will live on land they lease for Great America.
Posted March 18, 2008, 9:11A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 1

LA Times blogger gets sneak peak to play Toy Story Mania

New California Adventure ride will raise the bar, according to the author.
Posted March 18, 2008, 9:04A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

CoasterBuzz Podcast #107 posted

WWW second try, NCB on CLP, Gilroy owned by Gilroy, Six Flags in Dubai, the Six Flags balance sheet, new Busch Europe area, Kentucky nonsense regulations, Holiday World promos, Hard Rock Park, Vegas musings.
Posted March 17, 2008, 8:15P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Valleyfair adding new haunt attraction for fall, soliciting name

Contest ends in April to name the new maze.
Posted March 17, 2008, 7:06P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Cedar Fair creates corporate VP general counsel position

Duffield Milkie appointed to the new position, after working at a Sandusky law firm for ten years.
Posted March 17, 2008, 7:00P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

National City wants its money from Conneaut Lake Park

The bank is seeking judgment for $43,992.98 for money it is owed from a revolving line of credit account set up in 2001.
Posted March 15, 2008, 1:49P | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 4

Holiday World names two general managers

Will Koch is still on top, but with an additional layer of management added.
Posted March 15, 2008, 1:45P | Contributed by Raven Maven | Comments: 4

Six Flags revenue and per cap up for year, expenses up

Company also posts fourth quarter improvements.
Posted March 15, 2008, 1:43P | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 0

Kennywood Entertainment owners divided on sale

Many owners, including an owner who sits on the board of directors, are not ready to punch that ticket.
Posted March 15, 2008, 1:34P | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 2

Kentucky Senate introduces ride safety legislation

Ride operators must be 18 or older, may not operate under the influence of alcohol. Daily inspections will be required.
Posted March 7, 2008, 11:57A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 48

Filings for five new buildings at Busch Gardens Europe leads to speculation about new country

Plans are ambiguous for the 1 1/2 acre site that once hosted a petting zoo.
Posted March 6, 2008, 12:56P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 16

Six Flags latest to announce plans for Dubai

The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Posted March 5, 2008, 12:18P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 22

Gilroy Gardens changes hands

Residents got their new 536-acre park Friday for exactly $13,247,484.76.
Posted March 5, 2008, 12:05P | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 1

ATF investigating fire at Conneaut Lake ballroom

Suspicious incidents around the fire draw out the feds.
Posted March 5, 2008, 12:02P | Contributed by Neil | Comments: 5

CoasterBuzz Podcast #106 posted

Dubai, Famous Dave's resort, Siemens at Epcot, Gonch to Disney, more Disney, Six Flags Magic Mountain stuff, CoasterImage.com, the changing Web landscape for enthusiasts, Sponge Bob, developers!
Posted March 3, 2008, 7:10P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Oklahoma carnival operator negotiating to buy Wild West World

Operator working on bond and tax abatement deal with city to buy the remnants of the bankrupt park.
Posted March 3, 2008, 12:46P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

College student takes charge in museum at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Museum will showcase artifacts from the 37-year-old Valencia theme park.
Posted March 1, 2008, 10:16P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13

Shapiro says new Gurnee resort can only be good for Six Flags Great America

Six Flags chief says the resort will likely draw people to Great America, and divert visitors from the Dells.
Posted March 1, 2008, 10:09P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13

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