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California's Great America Lease expires in 2028
Public records show a more definite end date, with the lease expiring on June 30, 2028.
Six Flags Magic Mountain planning a suspended motorbike roller coaster
The ride is planned for 2026.
California's Great America scales back season, events, possibly for permanent closure
It was previously announced that the park would eventually shutter as the land has been sold.
Universal Orlando confirms the closure of Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket in September, 2025
The resort has not commented on possible replacements.
Kings Dominion's Anaconda roller coaster has given its last ride
The park confirmed its removal.
KingDa Ka removal offical at Six Flags Great Adventure
Several sources describe its imminent demise.
Carowinds to retire Nighthawk, two other rides
Nighthawk, Scream Weaver and Drop Tower will be removed from the amusement park.
Six Flags will exercise option to buy remaining stake in Georgia park
A separate entity partially owns Six Flags Over Georgia and its water park.
Disney settles lawsuit over Disneyland wages
The lawsuit arose after Disney claimed it was exempt from Measure L, a 2018 voter-approved living wage initiative.
Disney experiences division invests heavily in cruise line
The company is increasing the size of its fleet from 6 to 13 ships over the next several years.
Jury awards family of Tyre Sampson $310 million in Orlando Freefall death case
The family's son fell out of the ride and died in 2022.
Environmental groups intend to sue SeaWorld San Diego over alleged fireworks pollution
The groups say that the park discharges waste into the bay.
Alton Towers retiring its swinging ship ride
The ride was in use for 44 years.
Man climbs out of coaster when lap bar allegedly releases while climbing lift
The Castles and Coasters park did not respond to the TV news report.
Study outlines negative effects of changes to Disney's disability policy
The findings were presented at the annual IAAPA trade show and conference.
Muppets move to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Monsters Inc. take over their area at Disney's Hollywood Studios
The long-running MuppetVision 3D will close.
Retired attorney shows historic Cedar Point collection at new Sandusky museum
The collection will be featured at the Merry-Go-Round Museum.
Cedar Point GM Carrie Boldman retiring at end of year
The general manager has been in the position since 2021.
Disney experiences division reports 1% gain in revenue
Domestic parks saw a 5% rise in operating income.
Six Flags Great Adventure officially announces end for Kingda Ka
Its replacement is expected in 2026.
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California's Great America scales back season, events, possibly for permanent closure
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Six Flags will exercise option to buy remaining stake in Georgia park
Goodbye, sweet prince. Thanks for the memes. (RRR)
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