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Six Flags appoints Ash Walia to CFO post

He previously was CFO for Hot Topic and 99 Cents Only Stores.

Lawsuit seeks $1 million from COTALAND for stuck roller coaster

The park indicates that the ride performed as designed.

New Mandalorian and Grogu mission coming to Smuggler's Run

The Millennium Falcon ride will tie into the movie, also released this week.

Disney names three new presidents for parks, experiences

The shuffle accounts for the retirement of Walt Disney World's president.

Intamin ships short seatbelts for Cedar Point's Millennium Force

A park representative says the manufacturer will provide belts that are the correct length.

Union negotiations put Hersheypark season at risk

The union representing maintenance workers hasn't yet reached an agreement with the park.

Total revenue and EBITDA down in first quarter for United Parks

Attendance was also down 5%.

Six Flags posts improved results for first quarter

Net revenue up 12%, attendance up 4%, compared to first quarter last year.

Six Flags shuffles some of exec team, including CFO

Long time Cedar Fair CFO Brian Witherow will step down.

Disney experiences division up 7% for quarter despite 1% drop in domestic attendance

Global attendance was up 2%.

Cedar Point gate tops $100

Those planning ahead can get discounts online.

Niagara Amusement Park & Splash World will not open in 2026

The park's future is uncertain.

Six Flags brings back presidents to 10 parks

The decision reverses a regional strategy.

Six Flags reinstates park presidents

The company previously moved to a regional management model.

Cedar Point retires Monster after 56 years

The ride reached the end of its serviceable life.

DOJ sues United Parks over ban on wheeled walkers

The government suggests that the move violates the ADA.

Six Flags Great Adventure announces boardwalk-themed section

The area will include five rides.

Jana Partners wants Six Flags to sell

The investment firm also wants new leadership on the board.

Sesame Workshop sues United Parks over royalties and use of IP

The non-profit says United Parks stopped paying royalties in September.

Travis Kelce assumes role of "brand ambassador" for Six Flags

The NFL star will appear in various forms of marketing.

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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. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  7. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  8. ArieForce One, Fun Spot America Atlanta
  9. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  10. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas

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Rollback

On this day in...

2025: Six Flags layoffs continue across the company

2019: Woman sues Walt Disney World for bird attack that allegedly caused brain injury

2019: SeaWorld Entertainment buys back $150 million in stock

2019: Village Roadshow announces $50 million investment in Sea World Australia

2018: Icon roller coaster opens at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

2015: Ouimet on Cedar Fair: "Strongest Memorial Day weekend in a long time"

2015: Survey suggests that Disney is considering dynamic pricing

2014: Fire breaks out at Dreamland, Scenic Railway roller coaster not affected

2014: Cedar Fair announces offering of $450 million senior unsecured notes

2013: Loaded gun found in seat of Animal Kingdom ride

2013: Dry ice container pops in trash can at Disneyland

2012: Behind the scenes: Mystery Mine at Dollywood

2012: Green Bay's Zippin' Pippin shows no signs of slowing down

2010: Kings Island: Heavily Googled this week

2010: Sun, rain and temperature can change outcome of attendance at amusement parks

2008: SeaWorld Orlando announces details on Manta, a flying coaster

2008: Magic Mountain debuts X2 while construction continues on Thomas Town

2008: Cedar Fair accepts sealed bids for Geauga Lake property

2007: CoasterBuzz Podcast #76 posted

2007: Coasterimage.com adds Maverick media

2007: UFO-themed park being considered for Roswell

2007: AP publishes round up of new attractions for 2007

2006: New Project 2007 aerial photos posted at PointBuzz

2006: Six Flags deep sixes PKS

2006: CoasterBuzz Podcast #34 posted

2004: Markey introduces bill requiring adult ride ops

2004: Six Flags New England modifies Superman, hopes to open this weekend

2003: Santa Cruz Boardwalk wants to proceed with drop tower plans

2003: Wild Adventures owner offers vision for Cypress Gardens

2003: La Revolucion opens at Knott's while Tower of Terror moves along at DCA

2002: VisionLand may see partial opening this summer

2002: LeSourdsville owner banking on nostalgia to drive profitability

2002: Belmont Park gets new operator, promises of restoration

2002: Panel to investigate brain injuries

2002: Six Flags Great America's Deja Vu to open "soon"

2002: Teen trapeze artist hospitalized after falling at Six Flags Great America

2001: More Expedition Ge-Force: May I have one please?

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