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May, 2009

Southern Star Amusement wants to develop Six Flags New Orleans site

City says is must resolve conflict with Six Flags before working with anyone else.
Posted May 28, 2009, 10:18A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

Jobseeker accuses Carowinds of discrimination

Student says grooming policy discriminates against African-Americans.
Posted May 28, 2009, 9:48A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 153

Six Flags New Orleans symbolic of slow recovery

Activists say the shuttered amusement park is an example of how far the city has to go after Katrina.
Posted May 27, 2009, 10:43A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Changes at Six Flags Great America position park for summer

New attractions, better service key, says CEO.
Posted May 27, 2009, 10:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14

Ghost Town gets mixed reviews in mid-bankruptcy opening

Roller coaster and drop tower miss opening day.
Posted May 27, 2009, 10:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Freestyle Music Park opens after dramatic off-season

Park officials say attendance exceeded expectations for opening weekend.
Posted May 26, 2009, 9:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Waldameer continues to grow under family ownership

Younger generation continues to operate the PA park.
Posted May 26, 2009, 9:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14

CoasterBuzz Podcast #141 posted

Freestyle marketing, Magnum, Kong and 4-D, Texas fair, New Orleans, Ghost Town, Chicago Kiddieland, Manta, Terminator, Epcot Innoventions, Conneaut Lake, cheating.
Posted May 25, 2009, 11:51P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Animatronic Obama coming to Disney World's Hall of Presidents

The robotic likeness of the current US president will debut July 4 in the Magic Kingdom attraction.
Posted May 25, 2009, 11:51P | Contributed by ridemcoaster | Comments: 82

ACN covers debut of Terminator Salvation: The Ride at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Nearly 70 photos from opening weekend of Magic Mountain's latest coaster.
Posted May 25, 2009, 11:45P | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 3

Worlds of Fun and Prowler opening photos added to Negative-G

Check out GCI's newest ride as well as the rest of the park.
Posted May 25, 2009, 11:40P | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 0

Alton Towers bans high heeled shoes for children

Parents attempt to beat safety height restrictions by making their children seem taller.
Posted May 22, 2009, 10:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 29

Goldman Sachs and others buy up Universal Studios Japan

Holding company will buy 2.15 million shares and 39,033 warrants of USJ Co.
Posted May 22, 2009, 10:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Conneaut Lake Park opens after two-year absence

Blue Streak, concession and game stands will not be open.
Posted May 22, 2009, 10:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13

Epcot's Innoventions a big score for sponsored exhibits

The area known as a short cut to bigger attractions hosts lucrative, sponsored exhibits.
Posted May 22, 2009, 10:42A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Terminator Salvation: The Ride, reviewed

LA Times blogger says "must ride," but not better than Colossus.
Posted May 21, 2009, 9:31P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 37

Manta opens at SeaWorld Orlando

B&M flying coaster opens with a spectacular queue and attention to detail.
Posted May 21, 2009, 12:56P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Neighbor businesses look for boost from Freestyle Music Park

Area has seen economic ups and downs before.
Posted May 21, 2009, 12:56P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier has five new rides

New rides intended to let families ride together.
Posted May 21, 2009, 12:56P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Former HRP owners sue Freestyle for trademark and IP infringement

Suit alleges the park has not done enough to rebrand itself.
Posted May 20, 2009, 10:01A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 18

Chicago Kiddieland will close after 80 years

Family dispute will likely lead to liquidation of the company's assets after this season.
Posted May 20, 2009, 10:01A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

Mystery investor helps Ghost Town

Park is granted "enough" to cover the $200,000 needed to open the park.
Posted May 20, 2009, 10:00A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

New Disney hotel could help or hurt DC tourism

Announcement of new property within view of the Washington Monument draws mixed reaction.
Posted May 20, 2009, 10:00A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

New Orleans says Six Flags removed rides

City alleges attractions were removed as recently as this month, and it violates their lease.
Posted May 20, 2009, 9:02A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 12

Texas State Fair wants year-round midway to compete with Six Flags

Profits from next few years will pay for an $8 million roller coaster.
Posted May 19, 2009, 10:01A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 19

Universal Studios Hollywood intends to bring back King Kong

4-D attraction will open in the summer of 2010.
Posted May 19, 2009, 10:01A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

CoasterBuzz Podcast #140 posted

Basements, bikes, Dippin' Dots, New Orleans v. SIXF, Freestyle plans, Buccaneer Battle, Dollywood show, Monster Mansion, CEO attitudes, opening day at Cedar Point.
Posted May 18, 2009, 6:05P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 18

Magnum XL-200 the star on Cedar Point's opening day

Park kicks off 140th season with celebration of 20-year old hypercoaster.
Posted May 18, 2009, 11:34A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 10

Freestyle Music Park refines it marketing strategy

New owners acknowledge the impact that a lack of marketing had on the former Hard Rock Park.
Posted May 18, 2009, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

California new attraction round-up

The Mercury News published a run down of all that's new and exciting in California's theme parks.
Posted May 18, 2009, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Six Flags faces make or break year

CEO Mark Shapiro says he's cautiously optimistic about the business this year, despite the tough economy.
Posted May 15, 2009, 10:32A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 18

Cedar Fair expects attendance and revenue dip for the year

CEO Dick Kinzel told unit holders to expect a hit in the tough economy.
Posted May 15, 2009, 10:31A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

UPDATED: Advisory panel makes suggestions for Coney Island's future

Newspaper report at odds with statements from NYCEDC.
Posted May 15, 2009, 10:31A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Conneaut Lake board rejects bid for debt

Park still has about $2.4 million in unpaid debt.
Posted May 15, 2009, 10:31A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Quassy retiring Mad Mouse, building Gravity Group coaster

Park plans to begin construction as soon as this fall.
Posted May 14, 2009, 10:12A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Kennywood has its roots in trolley line

Park began as little more than a carousel and picnic area.
Posted May 14, 2009, 10:12A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Chippewa Lake finally coming down

Park has remained dormant since 1978.
Posted May 14, 2009, 10:12A | Contributed by Bozman | Comments: 23

Renovated Monster Mansion opens at Six Flags Over Georgia

Park invests $3 million to makeover decades-old ride.
Posted May 13, 2009, 10:52A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Dollywood debuts $1 million show

Sha-Kon-O-Hey!—Land of Blue Smoke opened with the park and celebrates the heritage and people of the area.
Posted May 13, 2009, 10:26A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Buccaneer Battle opens at Six Flags Great America

Park president claims it is the largest ride of its kind in the world.
Posted May 13, 2009, 10:26A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 27

Freestyle announces themed areas and entertainment

Stunt and ice shows are paired with new ride names.
Posted May 12, 2009, 6:35P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 26

New Orleans wins restraining order against Six Flags

Company may not remove assets from the park, pending litigation.
Posted May 12, 2009, 6:35P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

CoasterBuzz Podcast #139 posted

Daddy 2.0, the flu, Potter, Wild West idiots, Pilgrim's Plunge, Schmeck, importance, results week, Six Flags improvement, renaming, jobs, expansion plans.
Posted May 11, 2009, 3:26P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

Dippin' Dots doing "coffee dots" after losing millions in patent lawsuit

Company's expensive treats struggle in recession, while lawsuits bring down the key patent for its production process.
Posted May 11, 2009, 10:52A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Terminator Salvation trains arrive at Six Flags Magic Mountain

Testing expected to begin Sunday.
Posted May 8, 2009, 10:09P | Contributed by WoodFan | Comments: 20

Six Flags revenue down in quarter on Easter shift and weak Peso

Per capita guest spending down 2%.
Posted May 8, 2009, 9:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Busch Entertainment sees revenue drop in first quarter

Discounting helps maintain, while shift of Easter holiday affects results.
Posted May 8, 2009, 9:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Disney closer to investing money in Hong Kong park

Government may reduce stake, but maintain majority.
Posted May 8, 2009, 9:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Six flags details debt for equity exchange

Company warns that it may need to resort to other measures, including Chapter 11, if this debt restructuring doesn't take place.
Posted May 7, 2009, 4:19P | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 5

Adventuredome: More rides when economy improves

Las Vegas attraction says it's planning to expand when the economy turns around.
Posted May 7, 2009, 9:57A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Mr. Six speaks on Twitter

Icon of the Six Flags brand is letting his imagination loose on the micro-blogging service.
Posted May 7, 2009, 9:57A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

Terminator Salvation: The Ride construction nearly complete, ACN posts photos

Final touches are underway as opening day for Six Flags Magic Mountain's latest coaster approaches.
Posted May 7, 2009, 9:42A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 1

Disney theme park profit plummets, attendance drops only slightly

Company overall sees worse decline in film business.
Posted May 6, 2009, 10:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Merlin planning third hotel for Alton Towers

New rides and infrastructure also in plans for the park.
Posted May 6, 2009, 10:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

Teens compete with adults for summer jobs

Six Flags says it has seen more adult applicants this year.
Posted May 6, 2009, 10:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 32

North Myrtle Beach ammends code to promote beach side amusement park

Park planners want to try pilot season this fall.
Posted May 6, 2009, 10:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Aurora, Ohio loses hundreds of thousands in tax revenue after closure of Geauga Lake

City expects to receive between $15,000 and $20,000, down from $800,000 in 2001.
Posted May 6, 2009, 10:29A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Disney reassigns "Flash Mountain" workers

Cost cutting means naughty onride photos may make it into the public eye once again.
Posted May 5, 2009, 11:50P | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 15

Led Zeppelin becomes The Time Machine at Freestyle

New theme one of many at the former Hard Rock Park.
Posted May 5, 2009, 10:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17

Cedar Fair announces first quarter results, comments on debt

Company making efforts to reduce debt, with $17.3 million due in the next 12 months.
Posted May 5, 2009, 10:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Disney discounting expected to maintain attendance at cost of lost revenue

Iger says "maintaining circulation has long-term benefits."
Posted May 4, 2009, 3:14P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

Ghost Town wants $200k loan to open

Park is asking Maggie Valley to front the loan.
Posted May 4, 2009, 10:16A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Wild West World investors not surprised by Etheredge's arrest

Most former friends and investors believe they were lied to.
Posted May 3, 2009, 10:43A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Progress made in Hong Kong Disneyland expansion talks

Government official says he hopes to have major issues resolved soon.
Posted May 3, 2009, 10:43A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Schmeck's legacy lives on in coasters around the country

Mid-Twentieth Century coaster designer's rides begin opening for another season.
Posted May 2, 2009, 12:59P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17

Holiday World unveils world's tallest water ride

Pilgrim's Plunge previewed for media.
Posted May 1, 2009, 10:32A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 28

Wild West World founder arrested for alleged securities fraud

Investigators say Etheredge failed to disclose financial details of park to investors.
Posted May 1, 2009, 10:32A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Six Flags Mexico closes temporarily at request of government

Closure is a precautionary measure as an outbreak of swine flu claims lives in the capital city.
Posted May 1, 2009, 10:32A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

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