News Archive - May 2002

Six Flags gets court approval to run Jazzland for the season

Posted | Contributed by bigboy

Injection of $2 million in financing will allow park to operate for the year.

Cleveland paper ranks Cedar Point, Worlds of Adventure coasters

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Recreational rider shows Mean Streak and an SLC are still a big deal for the general public.

Sandusky wants to charge Cedar Point goers parking tax

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

City officials approve study to consider new tax.

VisionLand will open starting with water park

Posted | Contributed by astrosgp

Bessemer City Council gives green light to open park and advance $1.2 million for operating costs.

Hypersonic's modified train cycling course

Posted | Contributed by Nessy: ROS

Train mod removes zero car.

Another person hit by inverter after entering restricted area

Posted | Contributed by NITROman

Boy suffers lacerations to head after entering restricted area of Alton Towers' Nemesis.

Columnist finds danger hype regarding rides to be unnerving

Posted | Contributed by Lankster

<i>Wall Street Jounal</i> columnist says lawyers and politicians threaten to kill off an American pasttime.

Elitch accident had "nothing to do with ride"

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Police rule the accident in which a man fell to his death as an accident.

Gamespot takes first look at Disney's Ultimate Ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

3-D Coaster simulator slated for fall release on the PC.

VisionLand may see partial opening this summer

Posted | Contributed by rampagelover

City could vote to operate park on a limited basis at tomorrow's council meeting.

LeSourdsville owner banking on nostalgia to drive profitability

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Former Americana park set to open in June.

Belmont Park gets new operator, promises of restoration

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

$4 million in initial improvements in store for classic beach park.

Panel to investigate brain injuries

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Some researchers already suspect insignificant relationship between rides and injury.

Six Flags Great America's Deja Vu to open "soon"

Posted | Contributed by redman822

Troubled Vekoma giant inverted boomerang almost ready for public following valley.

Teen trapeze artist hospitalized after falling at Six Flags Great America

Posted | Contributed by redman822

Girl fell more than 20 feet during a stunt show Tuesday afternoon.

Chris Sawyer posts high-res RCT 2 screen shots

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

RollerCoaster Tycoon sequel and its features getting clearer.

Man falls from scaffolding at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Worker was doing routine maintenance on X-Flight.

Sea World recruits teens from the inside

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

High school "ambassadors" help fill jobs at Orlando theme park.

Man dies at Six Flags Elitch Gardens

Posted | Contributed by StarCoasters

"Mentally challenged" Denver man dies on Rainbow after freeing himself from his restraints.

Xcelerator animation now available at Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

Take a virtual ride on the 50's-themed Intamin prototype launch coaster located at Knott's Berry Farm.

Six Flags Over Georgia employee killed by passing coaster train in restricted area

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Worker was in restricted area of inverted Batman coaster.

Six Flags taps music artists for TV spots

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Sugar Ray, Uncle Kracker and Willa Ford to sell amusement park chain.

Six Flags Worlds of Adventure to get approval for hyper

Posted | Contributed by Alan

New 210-foot coaster will be built in Bainbridge Township of the park, with conditions.

Elvis to wed enthusiasts on The Legend

Posted | Contributed by Raven Maven

Holiday World will host the roller coaster wedding of ACE member Scott Heck and his fiancee, Mary Reinert, on May 31.

Knott's continues to prepare for Xcelerator's opening day

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

Both trains are now on the track, and work around the area continues to progress.

Time is running out to register for CoasterBuzzCon!

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Send in your registration post-haste to be a part of the first CoasterBuzz event at Paramount's Kings Island.

Roller Coaster Tycoon 2 screen shots posted by Infogrames

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Publisher posts shots that include Intamin box track, Arrow 4D and scenario editor.

Shipwreck Falls begins testing at Six Flags Darien Lake

Posted | Contributed by beastnum1

SFDL showed off its new ride as the first boats made a splash.

Universal Studios set for US, overseas expansion

Posted | Contributed by redman822

Orlando and Hollywood to get $60 million in new attractions while they search for overseas markets.

SixFlagsHouston.Com auctions off Schwarzkopf coaster wheel

Posted | Contributed by Fierce Pancake

Proceeds will help benefit Six Flags AstroWorld's Project Love.

Xcelerator's full train is on track as opening day nears

Posted | Contributed by James Disney

All five cars of the purple train are on the track, detail work is continuing as they await testing of the launch system at Knott's Berry Farm.

New Jersey proposes G-force limits for rides

Posted | Contributed by CoasterBearVa

State legislature wants limits based on direction and time of exposure.

Six Flags Worlds of Adventure gets approval for whales

Posted | Contributed by wkyc.com

Theme park gets federal approval to import whales, but not without controversy.

Big Bad John photos show classic mine train come to life

Posted | Contributed by Lone Star Thrills

Relocated Arrow gets its third lease on life.

Owner of Western Playland plans second park

Posted | Contributed by bigboy

Owner purchases land for a second park in the Texas border city, plans to scale back Playland.

Potential Nashville theme park site environmental nightmare

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Experts say scrap yard is contaminated with toxic substances

Knott's completes pull-through for Xcelerator

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

Train segment has completed circuit of Intamin launched coaster.

LoCoSuMo's first train arrives at Indiana Beach

Posted | Contributed by IB*Dave

The Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain's shiny new CCI train wheels in.

E! Entertainment calls ZOOMbabwe "Hot"

Posted | Contributed by Raven Maven

A new show cable network E! Entertainment Friday names "what's hot" for the summer of 2002, including Holiday World's new ZOOMbabwe.

Police chief allegedly works on city time as park security manager

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Cleveland TV station catches chief working at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure while city time sheets indicate working as chief.

Consultant ITPS announces the formation of safety division

Posted | Contributed by Shawn

New services focus on overall park safety, rides and attractions safety and crisis media communication.

Knott's begins pull through testing of Xcelerator

Posted | Contributed by James Disney

As with other Intamin coasters, Knott's Berry Farm began clearance testing on Xcelerator.

VisionLand bondholders call for foreclosure

Posted | Contributed by Fafolguy

Creditors say let go after city takes control of park.

Lion bites off zookeeper's arm at Busch Tampa

Posted | Contributed by Justin Ashworth

Arm severed at elbow, unclear if doctors can reattach.

Wicked Twister photo gallery, video posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Guide to The Point posts photos of the Impulse in action.

Knott's plans additional restraint for Plunge, Intamin says it isn't needed

Posted | Contributed by CoasterFanMatt

Park GM and president of manufacturer disagree on state-mandated improvement to ride.

Bonfante gardens to open with new management and money

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Focus on smooth operation a priority for owner.

Chris Sawyer interviewed on GameSpy regarding RCT 2

Posted | Contributed by laurence

Creator of the RollerCoaster Tycoon series says long-awaited sequel tweaks existing game engine.

Mountain Park reportedly burned to the ground

Posted | Contributed by blinkboy14

Rides and buildings likely destroyed in blaze at defunct park.

ITPS assigned as agent in VisionLand sale

Posted | Contributed by Shawn

International Theme Park Services, Inc. confirms its role in sale of troubled Alabama park.

Announcing "Operation Graduation" at Stark Raven Mad

Posted | Contributed by Mamoosh

Holiday World's very busy Pat Koch somehow found time to earn a Masters Degree from Loyola University. SRM Attendees are encouraged to bring her a graduation card to present at a surprise ceremony at Saturday's dinner.

Markey at it again, giving numbers and no evidence

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Representative Ed Markey (D-MA) once again assumes the public is too stupid to question insubstantial claims.

Arrow looking for merger opportunity

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Reverchon, Premier interested in acquiring ride manufacturer.

Tornado now released from Ride_Op Coaster Productions

Posted | Contributed by Ride_Op

A twister is now whirling away for the NoLimits Coaster Simulator.

On Ride Central interviews Trevor Hite of Chance-Morgan

Posted | Contributed by Brett Stevens

Industry executive answers questions regarding Phantom's Revenge.

Opening of Indiana Beach's fifth coaster to highlight 6th annual Spring Festival weekend

Posted | Contributed by Wabash Cannonball

Festivities kick off May 17 with the opening of The Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain.

Xcelerator's station takes shape at Knott's

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

The soon-to-be chrome and glass station has been partially erected.

Vertical Velocity spike completed at Marine World

Posted | Contributed by Brian Grapes

Impulse gets less vertical after modifications.

Six Flags Great America sets Eagle backward, simulator returns

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Chicago area park opens with modest changes.

Sfftnet updates with photos of Poltergeist, Scooby Doo

Posted | Contributed by sfft_freak

Scooby Doo Ghost Blasters closer to opening.

SFDL Ultimate Guide adds opening day photos from Darien Lake

Posted | Contributed by beastnum1

Photos of Shipwreck Falls construcion, Slingshot and new additions posted.

Playland will introduce three new rides and re-open two totally refurbished rides this season

Posted | Contributed by NoRulz2k

New rides include a spinning mouse.

Wicked Twister debuts at Cedar Point

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Third-generation impulse impresses enthusiasts with back seat.

Mayor wants city to buy Visionland

Posted | Contributed by Shawn

Bessemer Mayor Quitman Mitchell said Thursday that VisionLand will open in early June and said the city should buy the park for less than bondholders' $25 million asking price.

Worlds of Adventure media day reveals Tiger Island

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Villain

The new-for-2002 show adds to the wildlife part of the park.

Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain closer to finish

Posted | Contributed by Wabash Cannonball

Unique photos show CCI's new masterpiece inside and out.

Thorpe Park guide added to Coaster Grotto

Posted | Contributed by Grant

Includes review and photos of the world's first 10-inversion coaster, Colossus.

Six Flags agrees to invest $25 million in Jazzland

Posted | Contributed by coasterdude87

Investment plan for New Orleans park spans next three years.

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