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Josh D'Amaro named next Disney CEO

Currently leading the experiences division, D'Amaro will succeed Bob Iger.

Disney reports record results in experiences division

The company posted $10 billion in revenue for the first time in its experiences division.

IAAPA pushing federal restrictions for "unauthorized" drone use

The association is advocating for no-fly zones and better coordination with law enforcement.

Dreamland's Scenic Railway closes for good after more than a century

The ride had been previously damaged by fire.

New Legoland California roller coaster will be most "intense" yet

The ride is part of a space-themed expansion.

Universal Orlando announces Fast & Furious ride for 2027

The ride replaces Rip Ride Rockit.

Six Flags announces offering of $1 billion of senior notes

The notes are due in 2032.

Six Flags will not exercise buy-out option of Six Flags Over Texas

The park is partially owned by a partnership.

Six Flags Magic Mountain converting kids area into Looney Tunes Land

The makeover will introduce two new play areas, retheme five rides and remove two roller coasters and two kids rides.

Lakemont Park sued by county for roller coaster neglect

The suit says the park hasn't maintained Leap The Dips, per its lease agreement.

Cedar Point nearly beats 31-year attendance record, despite overall Six Flags attendance

The 1994 record was 3.617 million guests.

Wild Waves announces final season

The park will open in 2026 for it's last year of operation.

Federal lawsuit challenges Disney's disability policies as too restrictive

The policies were previously revised to battle abuse.

Aerosmith removed from roller coaster preshow at Disney's Hollywood Studios

A Muppets theme will replace the aging rock band.

Six Flags appoints John Reilly as CEO

The executive has previous experience at Palace Entertainment and the former SeaWorld Entertainment.

Kings Island's Flight of Fear was almost a Star Trek themed roller coaster

The designer eventually pivoted to the Outer Limits.

Disney posts 9% increase in experiences operating income for fiscal year

Launch of the Disney Treasure and cruise line affected results.

Disney planning dynamic pricing for domestic parks

A test has been running at the Paris park for the last year.

Herschend to acquire Silverwood

Herschend adds largest amusement & water park in Northwest to its portfolio.

Six Flags reports loss despite higher attendance

EBITDA and per capita spending also down.

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Top 100 Coasters

  1. Velocicoaster, Islands of Adventure
  2. Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point
  3. Fury 325, Carowinds
  4. Iron Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tampa
  5. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  6. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  7. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  8. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Voyage, The, Holiday World

See the entire list in the CoasterBuzz 100

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On this day in...

2024: Disney results beat analyst expectations, theme park profit up 8%

2023: Gillian's Wonderland contests fine after fatal work accident

2022: Disney beats estimates, US theme park revenue for quarter was $4.8 billion

2021: Disney's California Adventure will open with limited dining and retail experiences

2019: Kings Dominion will remove Volcano: The Blast Coaster

2018: Six Flags will increase dividend, cites tax changes

2017: Six Flags Magic Mountain and Samsung use augmented reality on Revolution

2016: Lender agrees to mediation following alleged default by Steel Pier

2016: One year after DreamVision announcement... nothing happened

2015: Photos: Shanghai Disneyland under construction

2015: Disney World occupancy rate likely leveling off at 89%

2015: Ghost Town not for sale, owner wants to erect giant cross

2012: Six Flags boosts dividend from six to 60 cents

2011: Q Funding files statement alleging "apparent wrongful conduct" of Cedar Fair

2011: SeaWorld San Diego announces Manta roller coaster

2011: Disney profit, per capita spending up with positive growth in theme park business

2011: SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment refinances over $1 billion in debt

2010: Texas investor accumulates 17% of Cedar Fair units, will vote against Apollo acquisition

2010: Kings Island admissions tax rejected by Mason City Council

2009: Cypress Gardens planning for March opening

2009: Not everyone happy with Small World rehab at Disneyland

2009: New Legoland California manager sees bright future for the attraction

2009: New Jersey resident a rep for Zamperla and state carnival safety board

2005: Wichita ups safety requirements for traveling fairs

2005: County official insists Michigan's Adventure water park issue is not dead

2005: Motley Fool: Six Flags problems easy to identify and fix

2005: Morey's Piers adding drop tower for 2005

2004: Disney Imagineering VP dies at 95

2004: Universal Studios enters final weeks of construction for Mummy

2004: Holiday World's Jungle Racer go vertical

2004: Dorney will score mid-sized thrill ride

2004: Storm Runner topped off at Hersheypark

2004: Bonfante Gardens could score cash in land deal

2004: Busch denies rumor of vertical drop coaster in Tampa

2001: PGA posts pictures of Psycho Mouse

2001: 2001 Six Flags Great Adventure Information Guide added to Alex's Place

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