News Archive - January 2020

CoasterBuzz: 20 Years Buzzed, That Internet may catch on

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Introducing the first chapter in a series of stories about the history of CoasterBuzz and the amusement industry.

Woman sues Universal Orlando over Volcano Bay shock

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The suit seeks $15,000 in damages, plus interest and legal fees.

Michigan considers reducing ride operator age to 16

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

State law currently requires operators to be 18.

Evidence suggests another roller coaster is coming to SeaWorld Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

There are mixed signals about the type of ride it might be.

Shanghai Disneyland will close in effort to contain coronavirus

Posted | Contributed by Tekwardo

It is not clear when the park will reopen.

Disney Imagineers speak to hundreds of STEM students

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Students learned about the problem solving challenges of Disney's creative wing.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg plans suggest new roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The site is described as the former Drachen Fire site.

Man sues Six Flags Great Adventure after stepping on bamboo that cuts through shoe

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The man was retrieving a cell phone that he hid allegedly at the urging of ride operators.

Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan will have coin collecting experience

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A phone app and wearable will be part of the experience.

Former CFO and accountant of Silverwood convicted of embezzlement

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Accountant will serve three years while CFO will also pay back $160,000.

Holy Land Experience to end stage shows, consider redevelopment of land

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Orlando attraction says it's evaluating its options.

SeaWorld to defend itself in investor class action over Blackfish impact

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Complaint says that company misled investors.

Orca Encounter show debuts at SeaWorld Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Show takes a more straightforward educational approach than previous One Ocean.

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