Beech Bend swing ride tips over, injuring 12

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All injured people were treated and released.

Beech Bend amusement park the only game in Kentucky

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Since the closure of Kentucky Kingdom, Beech Bend is the only amusement park operating in the state.

Beech Bend sees 14.5% boost in attendance

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Drop tower and other attractions are new to the park this year.

Smaller independent parks thriving

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More agile, smaller parks have seen gains while large destination parks have lost attendance.

Beech Bend won't open this weekend due to flooding

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Several buildings "floated away" in flood.

Beech Bend announces water park and ride expansion

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Water park will include new wave pool, new Zamperla ride will grace the midway.

Beech Bend's Sea Dragon came from Neverland, attracts Michael Jackson fans

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The park acquired the ride from Jackson's ranch at auction last year.

Beech Bend owes longevity to almighty dime

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Park owner was known for buying everything with cash and voiding credit.

Judge tosses Beech Bend suits

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U.S. District Judge Thomas Russell filed separate orders and opinions granting defense motions to dismiss the cases.

Local business regarding dispute: Beech Bend important to community

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After a public hearing, at least one business owner says the park is important to the economy, regardless of the current dispute over roads.