News Archive - January 2004

Disney and Pixar divorce

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Companies will not renew collaborative contract after the delivery of two more films.

Thunderhead approaching its April 3 debut at Dollywood

Posted | Contributed by gamndbndr

Wood coaster's 3,230 feet of track to thrill guests in the Smoky Mountains.

CoasterBuzz celebrates four years on the Internet

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Over 30 million pages served to more than 10 million visitors.

State of Florida agrees to its part in bringing back Cypress Gardens

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Officials and the new owner hoping for a May opening.

Sandusky parking tax one step closer to dead

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

City commissioners pass first reading to remove tax that targets Cedar Point.

Trial begins for surgeon versus DCA

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Defense says California Screamin' is a family ride that can't cause "lifelong" injuries.

Tokyo Disneyland releases cause behind Space Mountain accident

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Axels were not built to specifications, causing the derailment.

Man injured on fair coaster with his hands up, operator blames rider

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Injured man says it's "unrealistic" to expect riders to keep their hands down.

Local organize to keep new Cypress Gardens noise in check

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

While county is ready to sign off on project, one property owner says experts need to make a determination about possible noise.

Great Escape pitching indoor waterpark

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

New attraction will be 32,000 square feet.

Track and supports arrive for Timberland Twister

Posted | Contributed by CoasterCameron

The containers are ariving near the Mall Of America for Camp Snoopy's 2004 addition.

The Gravity Group announces new coaster for Big Chief's

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Hades will be the fourth wood coaster at the park. The group's Larry Bill served as head engineer for all three previous projects.

Six Disney execs now roaming halls at The Gap headquarters

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Former theme park boss Paul Pressler has recruited several of his former senior people away from Disney's resort empire.

Silver Bullet animation added to Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

Check out the latest animation on Badnitrus featuring Silver Bullet, Knott's Berry Farms's recently announced B&M inverted coaster.

Aggressive peacock named in Busch Gardens suit

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Woman says attack left her with "permanent bodily injuries and neurological damage."

Polk County approves Cypress deal, state is expected to be next

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The county agreed to its portion of the deal involving Wild Adventures owner Kent Buescher.

Magic Springs denied alcohol permit

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Hundreds of locals objected to the application to serve beer and wine.

Roy Disney tries to rally supporters to oust Eisner

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Disney says management "missteps" have killed creativity and quality in the company.

Surgeon's injury suit goes to trial next week against Disney

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Suit says the doctor was injured on California Screamin' due to a partially closed restraint.

Santa Cruz planning officials reject Double Shot

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Park will appeal to city council.

Michigan's Adventure was big in '03, getting Cedar Point's swan boats in '04

Posted | Contributed by Strijder

Strong leadership under Cedar Fair's system credited with 14% increase in attendance.

Journey to Atlantis called "sore thumb" by local politican

Posted | Contributed by janfrederick

If it isn't toxic gas it's allegations that the park lied about what the attraction would look like.

Knoebels worker arrested for stealing

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Long-time employee allegedly stole thousands of dollars from the park.

Vertical Horizons adds 5 new parks and Atlantis Adventure video

Posted | Contributed by roomraider

Update includes parks in Korea, Japan, Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia.

Cheetah Chase construction photos added to BGTGuide

Posted | Contributed by Halo

Latest photos show supports, track, and station being put in place.

PKI Unlimited adds over 65 Boomerang Bay construction photos

Posted | Contributed by CoasterAaron

Site offers a peak of the construction progress, and some behind-the-scenes looks at the off-season.

Three plead not guilty in connection with electrocution death of boy

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Inspectors and electrician charged with involuntary manslaughter and reckless homicide.

Three children are thrown from Cliff Hanger carnival ride at fair

Posted | Contributed by Outlane

Seat containing childred detached from ride at Florida Citrus Festival.

Geauga County sheriff pulls deputies out of Six Flags Worlds of Adventure

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

New sheriff says officers were not up to the same training standards.

Six Flags Great America adding spinning mouse, retheme Orleans area

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Coaster one of five new rides for 2004.

Waldameer adding spinning coaster in 2004

Posted | Contributed by SFGAdv lover

New ride part of $5 million in improvements to park.

Six Flags Great Adventure will stop selling pacifiers souveniers, critics say it encourages drug use

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Letter writing campaign by kids in grades seven and eight influenced decision.

Virtual Midway adds video clips, Cedar Point getting a bakery

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Six videos show Cedar Point history.

Waldameer to announce biggest expansion in its history

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park hasn't said if Ravine Flyer II will be part of project.

Admission tax to Cypress Gardens quickly killed

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Lawyer for county says you county doesn't have authority.

Sandusky may repeal parking tax that targets Cedar Point

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

City commissioners made tax a campaign issue, feared lawsuit from the park.

Six Flags Worlds of Adventure sued for 2000 Villain accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Suit says that people were known to throw objects in path of ride.

Fun Spot Action Park in Orlando to build second park, all attractions optimistic about 2004

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

After several years of soft tourism, Orlando's many tourism-related business looking forward to a good year.

Disney to close animation studio in Florida

Posted | Contributed by Matt D

Around 260 artists will lose their jobs.

Universal Orlando raises ticket prices

Posted | Contributed by Matt D

Resort follows SeaWorld's lead, Disney expected to be next.

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Arlington to add new tornado slide

Posted | Contributed by Xander

Arlington waterpark is set to open a ProSlide Tornado ride for 2004

Cedar Fair attendance up and down at various parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company numbers down 1%, but overall per capita spending up 3%.

Santa Cruz to consider double shot proposal, but birds are still too silly to not fly into tall stuff

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Migratory birds still the big issue, and CoasterBuzz members clearly ridicule the locals.

Former Dollywood carousel for sale on Ebay

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Bidding starts at $41,000 for 1955 ride.

CoasterMania 2004 details announced

Posted | Contributed by GregLeg

Early and late ERT, food and lots of coaster riding scheduled for September.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas gets new boss

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Former director of operations gets GM spot as former boss goes to Atlanta for senior VP gig.

Ex-councillor charged with stealing money from coaster preservation fund

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Official was treasurer of the Scenic Railway Trust, set up to save the ride at Dreamland Amusement Park in Margate, Kent.

Santa Cruz Boardwalk PR rep will head California industry trade group

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Together with other parks, new association members will work together to deal with state regulations and other issues.

Disney strengthens corporate governance, says holiday attendance was best ever

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Strong gate over the holidays a sign of significant gains, Eisner says.

West Mifflin to raise amusement tax on Kennywood

Posted | Contributed by CP ismyhome

Money strapped borough to raise cash through park gate.

New Cypress Gardens boss sees park as alternative to Orlando resorts

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Lower prices and shorter lines might be the park's greatest attraction.

Australia's Luna Park set to reopen in March

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

After $100 AUD million in renovations, Sydney's Luna Park is going back to its roots as a traditional fairground.

Pittsburgh area college offers coaster class

Posted | Contributed by kpjb

Community College has a new roller coaster history class for the fall semester.

Lego master builders hopeful for dream job

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

As Legoland California narrows down its finalists, hopeful brick addicts willing to give up big salaries.

Residents not thrilled about Nashville Shores proposed amusement park expansion

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Locals worry about crowded streets and destruction of the "natural beauty" in the area.

Hotels anxiously await the return of Cypress Gardens

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Closed theme park was a major source of revenue for other businesses.

Splendid China closure end of an Orlando shakeout

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

In a tough tourist economy, only the strong survive.

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