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Jana Partners again calls for Six Flags sale

The firm owns 9% of the company,

United Parks titles-up two execs

The company named a new president and made the chief parks operator a single position.

Vekoma posts history video for its 100th anniversary

The video follows the company's evolution from its start manufacturing agricultural equipment.

Six Flags Magic Mountain announces Thrill Glider

The new Vekoma roller coaster will debut in 2027.

Arie Force One purchased by Six Flags, location TBD

The company bought the roller coaster shortly after Fun Spot closed in Georgia.

Magic Mountain attorneys cite pre-existing condition, low G-forces in X2 lawsuit

A trial is scheduled for next year.

Dolly Parton dies at 80

The entertaining legend founded Dollywood.

Six Flags moving corporate headquarters to Arlington, Texas

The company says it will "enhance operational efficiency."

Disney reveals details for new attractions and ships at D23 fan event

From new themed lands to attraction renovations, to a new class of cruise ships, Disney revealed dozens of coming attractions.

Silver Dollar City announces family roller coaster, Miner's Mountain Express

The new roller coaster opens in 2027.

Six Flags loss widens despite same-park attendance growth

The company sold seven parks and closed another.

Disney beats expectations, attendance up at theme parks

Domestic parks up 3% compared to prior year.

United Parks revenue, income and attendance down in second quarter

Per capita spending reached a new record.

Six Flags Great Adventure announces 382-foot tall Bakunawa spinning roller coaster

The ride will reach 100 mph over three launches.

Marineland beluga whales make their way to SeaWorld San Antonio

Others went to the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

Busch Gardens Tampa president talks about $200 million in improvements

Jon Vigue got his start at Lake Compounce.

State issues shutdown order for Carowinds' Fury 325 due to foundation issue

The ride has been closed since July 7.

Six Flags Great America closed due to poor air quality

The Canadian wild fires forced the decision last Friday.

Dick Knoebel dies at 87

Knoebel led the park bearing his name for almost four decades.

Busch Gardens Tampa closing Kumba, will replace with Kumba's Revenge

The B&M roller coaster debuted in 1993.

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Top 100 Coasters

  1. Velocicoaster, Islands of Adventure
  2. Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point
  3. Fury 325, Carowinds
  4. Iron Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tampa
  5. ArieForce One, Fun Spot America Atlanta
  6. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  7. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  8. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Lightning Rod, Dollywood

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On this day in...

2021: LA county makes some concessions in theme park vaccination requirements

2021: With anniversary, Disney recognizes 50-year, opening day cast members

2021: Universal Studios Japan to expand Nintendo area with Donkey Kong

2020: Disney to layoff 28,000 in US theme parks

2020: Cedar Fair gets extension on credit facilities

2020: Dreamworld Australia fined for fatal 2016 accident that killed four

2017: Cedar Fair exec says 2017 has been challenging

2016: Granddaughter of Magic Kingdom construction worker shares photos

2016: Knott's Berry Farm closes Halloween attraction after mental health advocates complain about content

2014: Orlando companies doing theme park work oversees

2014: Three hurt, one in medically induced coma, after Fright Fest fight at Six Flags America

2011: Company finds success building phone apps for theme parks

2011: Big theme parks cash in on theme park Halloween craze

2011: Legoland Florida prepares for soft opening this weekend

2011: Thorpe Parks add bigger seats to rides to accommodate bigger guests

2010: Disneyland's first day was a complete disaster

2010: Women file suit against Idlewild for teen peeping Tom case

2010: Psychology students use exposure therapy to conquer coaster-phobia

2009: NBC Universal connection to Blackstone could complicate Busch Entertainment bid

2009: Disney theme parks finally have official blog

2008: CoasterBuzz Podcast #124 posted

2008: Huge bowling alley planned for Disney World

2008: Officials worry about Myrtle Beach reputation following HRP bankruptcy

2008: IAAPA spent $180k on lobbying efforts in second quarter

2006: Hong Kong Disneyland launches annual pass

2006: New Jersey accidents down this year

2004: Six Flags Great Adventure announces the world's tallest, fastest coaster

2003: Epcot expected to build its own version of Soarin' Over California

2003: Storm brings down landmark PKI sign

2003: Cedar Fair maintains quarterly distribution in third quarter

2003: Knott's makes final preparations for Halloween Haunt

2000: Theme parks using Halloween to extend season

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