News Archive - September 2018

Adventureland fined by Iowa OSHA after worker hit by roller coaster car

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The $37,000 fine was issued when the worker was struck while oiling the ride.

Photos: Exploring Boblo Island, 25 years after its closure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Some structures, including the observation tower, are still present at the former park.

Kings Island will retire Firehawk roller coaster at the end of the season

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The ride was relocated to the park in 2007.

Lakemont Park plans to open in 2019

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

Redesigned park will have recreational facilities and rides.

Disney's Animal Kingdom closing Rafiki's Planet Watch

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Last day for the area is October 20.

Walt Disney World announces date-based ticket pricing

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A blog post says the resort is pursuing this direction in part to better distribute visitor guest load.

Five women make up core veterinarian team at SeaWorld Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The group came from diverse interests but generally wanted to care for animals at a young age.

Fights break out at Valleyfair, police close the park early

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Shakopee police join several other departments in clearing the park.

OSHA fines Cedar Point for fall hazard

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The fines are for an accident where an employee fell through a skylight, and for allegedly inadequate training.

SoCal theme parks up their Halloween game under higher demand

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

More haunt attractions, more food and beverage cater to scare fans.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg announces Finnegan's Flyer swing ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The 80-foot-tall ride will swing riders up to 45 mph.

Amputee victims of Alton Towers Smiler accident sue the park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The lawsuit comes three years after the accident that caused two women to each lose a leg.

Former Joyland property to be auctioned off as two properties

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park closed in 2006 and has since been vandalized.

SeaWorld ditches VR on Kraken roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Guest feedback noticed the headsets hurt ride capacity.

Walt Disney World Lyft drivers don't want union representation

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Minnie Van drivers files statements with the National Labor Relations Board.

Professor uses Adventureland on Long Island in college courses

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Farmingdale State College teaches about theme parks and tourism.

SeaWorld and former CEO settle SEC case and pay $5 million

Posted | Contributed by PhantomTails

The SEC accused the company and former CEO Jim Atchison of misleading investors over the impact of the Blackfish film.

Epcot will replace Illuminations fireworks show after 20 years

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The show is scheduled to be replaced at the end of summer 2019.

Hersheypark FAA filing suggests 220-foot tall ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park isn't saying why the agency would be looking at a ride height that tall.

Odd research suggests roller coasters can dislodge kidney stones

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Big Thunder Mountain ideal for getting the stones loose.

Busch Gardens Tampa announces Tigris, a 150-foot tall launched roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by aReJay55

The ride will open in 2019.

Morey's Pier closing Flitzer roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park will celebrate the coaster with final rides on September 23.

Wild Adventures offers free tickets for hurricane evacuees

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park is asking for ID showing a county that was evacuated.

Orange County appraiser appeals court decision to refund Walt Disney World property taxes

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The appraiser says that Disney's evidence in assessing the value of the Yacht and Beach Club resort was flawed.

SeaWorld San Diego offers behind-the-scenes look at animal care

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The special program goes backstage to see how veterinarians care for the park's animals.

Walt Disney World unions approve $15 minimum contract

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The raises would be complete by 2021.

Cedar Fair reports net revenue in August up 6% over last year, driven by 5% increase in attendance, 7% boost in out-of-park spending

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Release says the strong month doesn't entirely offset the "challenging" first half of the year.

Kennywood taking a beating on social media as ride closures affect experience

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

Facebook groups voice the concerns of people dissatisfied with park trips.

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