News Archive - July 2002

Valleyfair announces new KidTrack program

Posted | Contributed by The Beast

Low-tech system easily unites lost children with parents.

Whizzer out, new ride in for 2003 at Six Flags Great America

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Visitors have until Aug. 11 to get their final thrills on the Whizzer.

Proposed Omaha park to feature unique rides

Posted | Contributed by Sawblade5

The proposed amusement park in Council Bluffs will have one of the most unique roller coasters anywhere, a spokesman for the developers said Monday.

Holiday World park guide added to Coaster Grotto

Posted | Contributed by Grant

Includes reviews, info and pictures of the park from the Stark Raven Mad event.

Beakerz Coasterz adds video of Xcelerator, Adventure City

Posted | Contributed by Beakersz

See the Intamin rocket coaster in action at Knott's.

Columnist says personal injury lawyers linked to Brain Injury Association

Posted | Contributed by LONNOL

Clear conflict of interest damages validity of any results non-profit group will return.

Disney upgrades Fast Pass computers

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New system lifts two-hour delay to get another pass.

Rollercoasterfreaks.com adds three music videos

Posted | Contributed by CsTrFrK

Video includes Incredible Hulk, Kraken and Primeval Whirl.

State Fair of Texas Construction photos and Best of Texas Festival

Posted | Contributed by Lone Star Thrills

Fair grounds ready for new PAX coaster.

Patch released for NoLimits PC coaster simulator

Posted | Contributed by Sawblade5

Update features new B&M hyper-style trains and bug fixes.

Second orca for Six Flags Worlds of Adventure in limbo

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Activists charge feds with breaking protocol, Argentina may not release animal for export.

Holiday World photos posted to Starcoasters.com

Posted | Contributed by StarCoasters

Photographs featuring the park and its two world-famous wooden roller coasters were taken during Stark Raven Mad 2002.

Virtual Coasters adds 108 more pictures

Posted | Contributed by Virtual Coasters

Update includes Six Flags Darien Lake, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and Magic Springs and Crystal Falls.

IAAPA partners with UNICEF to immunize children

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Trade organization will use network of parks for outreach program.

Six Flags Great America's Whizzer to close Aug. 11

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

According to a recording at the park, the Schwarzkopf ride will be removed after 26 seasons.

PKI to add family interactive Scooby ride (updated)

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park guests will get to climb aboard their very own Mystery Machine.

SDC to build Celebration City in Branson

Posted | Contributed by Viper423

$40 million park will have 24 rides, including a 100-foot tall wooden coaster from Great Coasters International.

Snoopy Rocks, Cedar Point live entertainment boss interviewed

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Guide to The Point posts an interview with Cedar park's entertainment veteran along with a pictorial of the new ice show.

Photos highlight coasters and theming Movieword Madrid and Port Aventura

Posted | Contributed by Ronnie D

More photos from Spain's great theme parks.

Lake Compounce revived from tough times

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park has experienced a rebound in the last decade thanks in part to Kennywood.

Disney allegedly eyes Coney Island properties

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Some locals say theme park giant is doing feasibility studies on the property.

Disney stops releasing ceremonial pigeons as they become hawk food

Posted | Contributed by Sawblade5

Walt Disney World tradition "not fair to the pigeons."

Cedar Point: No injuries, no crash

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park sets record straight on weekend White Water Landing incident.

Virtual Coasters opens with new design and 539 pictures

Posted | Contributed by Virtual Coasters

New photos highlight a variety of parks.

Video of new rides at Enchanted Village posted

Posted | Contributed by Jerry

Theme Park Adventures has posted video of three new attractions at Six Flags' Northwest Park, Enchanted Village.

Ghost Town chair lift strands people for the second time this year

Posted | Contributed by Coasterdave

26 People were rescued from the chairlift at Ghost Town in Maggie Valley, Saturday afternoon.

Disney theme park coming to Shanghai

Posted | Contributed by the guy

The Walt Disney Company has signed a letter of intent with authorities in Shanghai to build a theme park in the thriving coastal city, the Hong Kong Economic Times reported on Friday.

PKI's Top Gun open after train strikes maintenance vehicle

Posted | Contributed by ldiesman

A roller coaster at Paramount's Kings Island is running with only half its seats after the coaster hit a parked maintenance vehicle last week.

Enchanted Village opens up Old West Territory area

Posted | Contributed by Jerry

38 New pictures from new themed area show park's transition under Six Flags ownership.

OnRideCentral.com interviews Bob Dean of HUSS Rides

Posted | Contributed by Brett Stevens

VP of North American Sales gives hints at the future.

CCI closes its doors

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Amusement Business reports that Custom Coasters Intl. has ceased operations.

Tidal Wave model presented to Paramount’s Great America

Posted | Contributed by Arrow Guy

Photo gallery shows the 4-foot long model throughout construction, as well as pictures from the ride's 25th anniversary event.

Electrical fire closes EPCOT

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Epcot will remain closed today because of an early morning electrical breaker fire in a back stage area but the park is expected to reopen on schedule Thursday morning.

Fire scorches Wildwood pier for second time this year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Pier was also victim to fire earlier this year when it destroyed dark ride.

Dispute over ownership of Conneaut Lake Park heads to court

Posted | Contributed by Neil

Former operator says he still has lease on park.

Experts, riders skeptical of brain injuries induced by coasters

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

While panel investigates an alleged link between coasters and brain injuries, many experts and riders alike aren't a bit worried.

Lightwater mouse reopens after last year's accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Roller coaster put back into service even though investigation to deadly accident incomplete.

On ride pictures posted from Movieworld Madrid and Port Aventura

Posted | Contributed by Ronnie D

See lot's of new onride coasterpictures from Superman, Wild Wild West and Dragon Khan.

SDC to announce new park this week

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Announcement delayed due to yesterday's accident.

Walkway collapse over water ride causes minor injuries at Silver Dollar City

Posted | Contributed by Sawblade5

Ride will remain closed while being repaired.

Additional photos of the Roller Coaster Tycoon pinball machine posted to Pinball Zone

Posted | Contributed by Outlane

See 23 new, more detailed photos of the new Roller Coaster Tycoon pinball machine testing in Chicago.

Enchanted Village's Lumber Jack Falls update

Posted | Contributed by Jerry

Six Flags' Northwest park, Wild Waves/Enchanted Village, is constructing a new 50 ft. "water coaster" ride.

Universal Orlando's makeover will capitalize on popular characters

Posted | Contributed by thrillman

Q&A with park president reveals a new strategy.

OnRideCentral.com adds 150 photos from Dorney Park

Posted | Contributed by Brett Stevens

Update includes all coasters from the PA park.

Miami zoo wants to turn into a theme park

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Plans call to spend over $350 million over 20 years.

Randy Moss to treat kids to a day at Cedar Point

Posted | Contributed by tomv

Minnesota Viking star will treat about 100 kids to an all expenses paid trip to Cedar point.

Holiday World entertainer performs despite disability

Posted | Contributed by Raven Maven

Last year while performing at Holiday World, entertainer Derek Daniel lost his sight due to an inherited condition, but has returned to the stage.

Florida tourism recovering faster than expected, still below last year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

While Florida's biggest industry is rebounding after Sept. 11, tourist revenue is still trailing last year by 8 to 10 percent.

Suit filed for worker fatality at Lake Compounce

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Estate says that workers were not trained to check ride before testing.

Site plans for new Enchanted Village coaster released

Posted | Contributed by Jerry

Theme Park Adventures has posted the official site plans for a new wooden roller coaster to be constructed at Enchanted Village/Wild Waves.

First pictures of the new Roller Coaster Tycoon pinball released

Posted | Contributed by Outlane

These are the first pictures of the new Roller Coaster Tycoon pinball machine, testing in Chicago.

SeaWorld gets San Diego approval for expansion

Posted | Contributed by Speedy

City Council OKs Modifications to Maser Plan, Construction to begin.

PKI to remove Phantom Theater

Posted | Contributed by Jacob

Haunted dark ride attraction to be removed by early next week.

Knoebels may link to public sewer system

Posted | Contributed by coasterpunk

Recent growth maxing out on-site treatment system.

Disneysea sets attendance record

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

New Disney park in Japan hits 10 million in 307 days for a new world record.

Universal theme parks could go to new owner, or go solo

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Turmoil in the ranks of parent Vivendi could send theme parks out on their own.

Knott's Berry Farm's Xcelerator photos and wallpapers posted

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

Take a look at SoCal's newest thrill ride at Twisted Rails.

Universal and Busch go beyond queue management with paid perks

Posted | Contributed by CPLady

Guests willing to pay between $130 and $3000 can receive escorted VIP treatment to the front of all lines.

X scheduled for inspection following modifications

Posted | Contributed by Mike E

CalOSHA officials to sign-off July 19 pending alterations are approved.

Vivendi Universal gets new CEO, promises quick turn around

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Company may spin-off or sell some business units.

Holiday World attendance up substantially over last year

Posted | Contributed by Raven Maven

Holiday World President Will Koch says his park is up nearly 22% so far this season.

CNN's Crossfire to debate amusement ride safety

Posted | Contributed by bigboy

The participants on CNN's Crossfire will debate amusement ride safety and government regulation of the industry tonight at 7:00 p.m. EDT.

Virtual Midway relaunches with new look, more content

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Cedar Point fan site is back with a new site design along with more content.

Woman sues Six Flags worlds of Adventure for injury in 2000

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Villain

A Wisconsin woman was allegedly struck in the face with rocks, then thought to be a cell phone, when riding The Villain roller coaster at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure in 2002.

China to build massive Ferris wheel

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Shanghai plans to build a 660-foot Ferris wheel.

Contest winners ride Lake Compunce Wildcat 2002 times

Posted | Contributed by Lord Gonchar

Two men share grand prize in Lake Compounce's Wildcat challenge after riding for 15 days.

Australian fairground rides may close due to lack of insurance

Posted | Contributed by Taipan

Sydney's Royal Easter Show and the Melbourne Show are potential victims, along with scores of fairs and children's fetes.

Busch Tampa's Howl O'Scream set to scare this fall

Posted | Contributed by Anastasia BeaverHausen

Park will hold its third annual Halloween event with six haunted houses, scare zones and dark coasters.

Design flaw forces indefinite closure of the X at Magic Mountain

Posted | Contributed by bigboy

Six Flags officials say the ride was closed in mid-May after maintenance crews noticed one of the coach seats wasn't riding smoothly.

Cedar Fair attendance continues to rise over last year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park operator says results continue to improve and they're optimistic about remainder of season.

Cyclone 75th Anniversary/Ground Zero photos posted

Posted | Contributed by Beakersz

A large selection of Cyclone 75th Anniversary and Ground Zero photos have been added to Beakerz Coasterz.

New Xcelerator video available at Coasters2k

Posted | Contributed by BrandonR

Exclusive video of Knott's Berry Farm's new launched coaster added to download section.

Chairlift evacuated at Ghost Town in the Sky

Posted | Contributed by RideMan

42 people were stuck on a malfunctioning chairlift at Ghost Town in the Sky, some for up to four hours.

Dozens fall ill at Wyandot Lake due to chlorine fumes

Posted | Contributed by jimmybob

Approximately 20 guests were taken to Children's Hospital in Columbus after being sickened by chlorine fumes.

Job-safety agency checking heat stroke death at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure

Posted | Contributed by wkyc.com

Federal job-safety investigators are looking into the heat stroke death of an employee at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure in northeast Ohio.

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