August, 2007
New pass structure gets guest into all 12 amusement parks, five water parks, and includes parking.
Posted August 31, 2007, 9:51A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 31
A number of new initiatives increase guest satisfaction even with larger crowds.
Posted August 29, 2007, 9:22A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
After the summer deluge sparked a dip in visitors, bosses say they are working on plans to make the 500-acre site rain-free.
Posted August 29, 2007, 9:22A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14
Despite some interest, the park does not have a buyer, and bankruptcy proceedings will soon begin.
Posted August 29, 2007, 9:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1
Newspaper cites a number of different cases in the court system.
Posted August 27, 2007, 8:11P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Ontario love, wood coaster maintenance guys, cash heist, Hong Kong Disneyland, Kennywood gold, Six Flags publishing, Michigan market.
Posted August 27, 2007, 7:36P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2
B&M hyper coaster will feature new train style.
Posted August 27, 2007, 11:14A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 75
Public officials have concern over the developer's plans to build in Crawford County, Michigan.
Posted August 24, 2007, 9:54A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
Books will tie in to animals at Six Flags properties.
Posted August 24, 2007, 9:44A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 4
Incorrectly positioned bolt prevented car from swinging to normal position.
Posted August 23, 2007, 10:38A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
The council had previously delayed action on the matter to give Walt Disney Co. and the developer a chance to settle their differences.
Posted August 22, 2007, 9:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0
The 1981 Gold Rusher is closing this week at Kennywood Park.
Posted August 22, 2007, 9:11A | Contributed by Agent Johnson | Comments: 27
Concessions came amid reports that attendances in the park's second year might not reach four million.
Posted August 21, 2007, 9:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Cash controller allegedly falsified deposits, missing money discovered in audit.
Posted August 21, 2007, 9:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15
Baby's daddy, Wild West World not wild, the legacy of the CCI bankruptcy, K'Nex kids, Hot Wheels, and a very lengthy debate about how to measure the success of an amusement park operator.
Posted August 20, 2007, 6:48P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2
With a nod to nostalgia and an eye for detail, mechanics minister to wooden roller coasters.
Posted August 20, 2007, 11:05A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7
Trackless ride system intrigues team from theme park giant.
Posted August 20, 2007, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6
New project will add jobs as hundreds are lost by closing of other businesses.
Posted August 20, 2007, 9:39A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5
Pittsburgh columnist says government funding of new attractions is a waste of taxpayer money.
Posted August 16, 2007, 9:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 22
Park could open in 2008 if transaction is completed.
Posted August 15, 2007, 9:16A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
Attendance down slightly with split of Easter holiday between quarters.
Posted August 14, 2007, 9:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 40
Investigators don't yet know why gondola overturned.
Posted August 13, 2007, 5:43P | Contributed by Juggalotus | Comments: 10
Connection meltdown, Coney confusion, protecting you from yourself, repetitive stress injury, Setpoint chiefs, Disney goes Hollywood, really exclusive treatment, trimming your Voyage.
Posted August 13, 2007, 5:38P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2
Kids build 30-foot Dragster inspired coaster, will go for 40 feet on next attempt.
Posted August 13, 2007, 12:44P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
While vendors line up to get paid, Thomas Etheredge kept borrowing from friends.
Posted August 13, 2007, 10:09A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
Re-branding will take place this coming January.
Posted August 9, 2007, 4:04P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9
Co-founders will sell stake in other businesses to focus on the ride manufacturing business.
Posted August 9, 2007, 9:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 13
Coaster marathon riding can cause various health problems.
Posted August 8, 2007, 9:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 21
Florida officials don't suggest changes to ride after accident, and critics wonder why.
Posted August 8, 2007, 9:28A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10
Differences in language, customs, social values, humor, legends and interests force companies to develop variations on their themes.
Posted August 7, 2007, 9:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1
Australian theme park to open Intamin's first motorbike roller coaster.
Posted August 7, 2007, 9:05A | Contributed by auscoasterman | Comments: 3
Lawsuits, accidents, Mall of America action, quarterly results from Cedar Fair and Six Flags, O Epcot, critters and conservation, the $71 theme park ticket.
Posted August 6, 2007, 8:09P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 17
High ranking official reportedly says city won't talk given developers current vision for the area.
Posted August 6, 2007, 8:08P | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 6
The exhibit will feature items from Cedar Point, Euclid Beach, Geauga Lake and Chippewa Lake parks.
Posted August 6, 2007, 9:45A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14
Boys thrown from ride after worn spring found in restraint.
Posted August 6, 2007, 9:37A | Contributed by Outlane | Comments: 6
Annual increase likely to be followed by other Orlando parks.
Posted August 4, 2007, 8:50A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 18
Photos include XXL, a fully portable equivalent to the Frisbee ride.
Posted August 4, 2007, 8:43A | Contributed by Richard Bannister | Comments: 10
Wildlife officials don't know why the pup was abandoned by her mother.
Posted August 2, 2007, 10:25A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8
Despite a late effort to move the elephants to a sanctuary by animal rights groups, the sale of the park to Six Flags includes the pachyderms.
Posted August 1, 2007, 9:08A | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 17