News Archive - June 2003

Mission: Space set to return Epcot to its glory days of technology

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New ride reflects Walt Disney's idea of a showcase for technology and future vision.

Former Universal boss Bronfman supported by many on inside

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Execs think bidder for VUE is best suited to run the unit among others who aren't familiar with industry.

Wild Adventures owner has Florida on the brain, has for some time

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Kent Buescher says that he was considering Florida before the Cypress Gardens opportunity came up.

Coaster Grotto adds over 70 photos of Paramount's Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Posted | Contributed by Grant

Includes photos of PKD's new Drop Zone, plus updated reviews of both parks.

Parents don't blame anyone for mentally disabled man's fall at Knoebels

Posted | Contributed by MarimbaGuy87

Park and supervisors cleared of accident on ski lift ride.

Dollywood to debut Thunderhead 2004

Posted | Contributed by LONNOL

Great Coasters International wooden coaster headed for the Smoky Mountains.

BGTGuide adds over 90 Busch Gardens Tampa photos

Posted | Contributed by Halo

Photos capture all park's roller coasters and overall atomsphere.

Closing Dragster for season "last resort"

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Park hopes to have ride open for holiday weekend, but will consider closing ride for season.

Controversial Orlando-Tampa bullet train plan may die

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Route controversy with Disney least of problems as Governor Bush cuts funding to rail authority.

ACN adds nearly 50 new photos of Cedar Point

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

High quality gallery features photos of Top Thrill Dragster, Millennium Force, Raptor and more.

Marriott faced up-hill battle to develop Gurnee park decades ago

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Local opposition caused 11-month battle to win approval to annex property to Gurnee and build park.

PA parks want bingo to compete with slots at horse tracks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Association says spending won't increase, only shift away from their business.

Vivendi sits on bids for entertainment business

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

French company expects to choose suitor by early August.

ACN adds more than 50 new photos of Paramount's Kings Island

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

High quality photo gallery includes shots of the park's newest attraction, Delirium.

Eastcoaster.com adds over 500 pictures

Posted | Contributed by geneticfreak

Pictures covering 8 different parks are included in massive update.

Developers want to build new park on Long Island

Posted | Contributed by Chernabog

New park would sit on 130-acre property.

Cedar Fair acquires more land for Dorney

Posted | Contributed by PAcoasterz

Former memorial site likely to be sold by county for parking.

Millbrook Park side friction model complete

Posted | Contributed by Arrow Guy

1:87 Scale replica of early 1900's coaster in New Boston, Ohio, is now on display.

Visionland reopening brings unexpected attendance, record crowds

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New owner gets off to fantastic start, despite delays in opening new attractions.

Six bids expected for Universal Entertainment by Monday

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Suitors will try to obtain theme parks, studios and music from Vivendi.

Family sues Paramount's Kings Island after guest struck by lightning in parking lot

Posted | Contributed by CoasterAaron

Suit says park was negligent by not warning of storm and strike that caused brain damage.

Sahara looking to evict NASCAR Cafe

Posted | Contributed by MagnumForce

Operator of restaurant and Speed: The Ride coaster allegedly fails to meet lease guidelines.

Paul Drabek shares Stark Raven Mad 2003 pictures

Posted | Contributed by Paul Drabek

Enthusiast posts pictures from the annual event.

65 New Kings Dominion pictures added to COASTER-net

Posted | Contributed by Blast Coaster

On-ride photos of the park's newest rides included.

Knott family member dies

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Virginia Knott Bender, former director of Knott's Berry Farm, dies at 90 following a long battle with cancer.

Virtual Midway adds photos, news

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Nearly 70 photos and an historic video are among updates to popular Cedar Point fan site.

E. coli tragedy in 1998 changed water park safety

Posted | Contributed by General Public

Testing standards have changed since outbreak at Atlanta water park.

Man falls from new ride at Knoebel's Amusement Resort

Posted | Contributed by CoasterBGW

A man fell from the new scenic sky ride at Knoebel's.

Council Bluffs park will be named Wild Escape

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New $70 million park targeting 2004 opening.

Time-share magnate offers to buy Cypress Gardens then sell to state with lease

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Move could keep park operating and in state hands quickly.

Shrek opens at Universal Studios Florida

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Attraction combines 3-D film with live effects.

Robocoaster delivers surprises

Posted | Contributed by Goccvp1

Company says ride is unpredictable, and not because it's run by Windows.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Shack opens today at PKI

Posted | Contributed by rhino24

Themed restaurant offers new seafood experience.

Bronfman gathers investors to regain control of Universal entertainment properties

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Group is latest to offer bid to take unit off of Vivendi's hands.

Alton Towers withdraws plans for wood coaster

Posted | Contributed by Rctycoon2k

Park plans to submit a modified proposal at a future date addressing local concerns.

Dragster leaves coaster enthusiasts grounded

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Mechanical problem shuts down ride on day of annual CoasterMania event.

Herschend asks state for rent break on Stone mountain

Posted | Contributed by General Public

Park operator says that the post 9/11 downturn in tourism has resulted in low attendence and revenues for the park.

Florida's Marineland makes last ditch effort to be relevant

Posted | Contributed by General Public

Small attraction has struggled in the shadow of Orlando theme parks.

Investigator concludes rider was at fault in Holiday World accident

Posted | Contributed by redman822

Report says restraints adequate if rider is seated correctly.

Judge rejects suit to remove no-fly zone over Disney on free speech grounds

Posted | Contributed by CRVeck

Group wanted to fly banners over parks during unofficial "gay days."

TimberHawk opens at Wild Waves/Enchanted Village

Posted | Contributed by David Baxter

S&S wooden coaster opens to the public two days early.

Marilyn Manson banned from Six Flags Darien Lake

Posted | Contributed by Rob Ascough

Artist not allowed to perform as part of Ozzfest.

CoasterBuzz Legendary Fall Affair at Holiday World cancelled

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

September event will not be held.

Christian group says Disney no-fly zone interferes with free speech

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Group wants to fly banners over park to "save" homosexual guests on gay day.

Markey reintroduces ride safety act while most states and parks have standards in place

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Bill has not made it out of committee last three years.

Prosecutor says accident victim allegedly seen standing on Holiday World's Raven

Posted | Contributed by RideMan

While the Raven remains closed for accident investigation, state inspectors have completed their inspection of The Legend and it is scheduled to re-open today.

Stranded racoon saved from amusement park tower

Posted | Contributed by raptor6

Animal eventually lured out of hiding with a hot dog.

CBS Early Show airs Top Thrill Dragster segment

Posted | Contributed by Matt D

Our own coaster nerds Matt D. and Sean F. rave about the ride on national TV while the reporter experiences a rollback.

Celebration City hypes its nighttime offerings

Posted | Contributed by CoasterBill

Fireworks, light show and music offer families evening excitement.

Vekoma SLC headed to Magic Springs

Posted | Contributed by brianwolters

New coaster will be 109 feet tall.

Toledo firm paints Cedar Point rides, survives tough economy

Posted | Contributed by Kahnverse

Contractor reaches 420 feet to cover up bolts on Top Thrill Dragster.

State inspector says Raven showed no sign of equipment failure in weekend accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Seat belt, lap bar found to be in good working order after Holiday World guest fell to her death Saturday night.

UPDATED: Woman dies following accident on Raven at Holiday World

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park says woman was not in her seat when train returned to station.

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