The headline says it all; this morning, it was announced that Cedar Fair purchased the 5 Paramount Parks (Canada’s Wonderland, Carowinds, Kings Dominion, Kings Island, and Great America) for a whopping $1.24 Billion.  I think this is a great move on Cedar Fair’s part, and the next few years should be very interesting.  I can’t wait to see what kind of transformation the parks/rides will undergo.

Eleven people were injured when Wild Thing at Valleyfair some how uncoupled and one of its cars was left without the train. All eleven people are in stable condition and are being treated at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee. The accident occured around 4:00 according to a Scott County dispatcher. Two (Waco TV and KSTP) local news stations are covering and will report as more information becomes available.
Update- Eighteen people were injured and a few more details can be found here.

A little over a month ago we began with our first ever contest, the Coaster Riddles Contest. After four weeks of riddles the scores have been tallied and winners announced. Below is a list of the riddles with their correct answers.
Week 1
“I have a couple siblings; one’s estranged, there’s a sister that I never see, and the 2 brothers. What coaster am I?”

Answer: Joker’s Jinx at Six Flags America
Week 2
“I’ve got a lotta sand; feel like I’ve been to the beach. But get a grip, there’s nothing here but …

Today in a Toledo Blade article, CEO Dick Kinzel has stated that Cedar Fair is considering buying CBS Corp’s Paramount’s Kings Island.
“After the meeting, Mr. Kinzel revealed Cedar Fair is considering buying Kings Island, an amusement park near Cincinnati that was put up for sale by its owner, CBS Corp. That park is one of five in CBS’ Paramount Parks division.”
This is very interesting news and I won’t be surprised if it ends up happening. Cedar Fair has recently bought out Michigan’s Adventure and Geauga Lake which they have turned …

The was contest finished yesterday. If you submitted anything make sure to check your e-mail to see if you won anything. You have three days to get back to us. The answers to the riddles, and the winners will be announced on the site by Friday. Good luck to all and remember to check your e-mail.

After watching the Voyage POV (Point of View) the other day, I realized something. I don’t really like watching them that much. I espically don’t enjoy them for rides I have never been on. They ruin the suprise that a new ride offers. And when I do get a chance to ride a coaster I’ve never been on before, I want the experience to be all that it can be. Now from what I’ve been hearing from Voyage, nothing can do it justice, but I still feel like my first …

If the riddle is a little too hard for you, don’t worry, we’re here with the first clue.  If you think you know the answer, email contest@coasterdom.com with your First/Last Name, the name of the Coaster and the Park in which it is located.    
Riddle:  “I was born in the Midwest, and you might as well call me Dolly.  I’m smooth, yet intense.  What coaster am I?”
Clue 1:  What do I have to do, put up a signal to show you what the answer is?

As gas prices continue to rise, Six Flags President Mark Shapiro has something that might cool that burning hole in your pocket. Six Flags is offering $15 off of admission when you bring your gas receipt to the park with you. This promation goes till May 29th and is sure to help encourage people to come to the parks.I have got to admit that Six Flags is doing a good thing with this idea. Now this promotion may seem great, but remember that the price of parking has gone up, …

The 2006 season is finally here. Cedar Point has opened Skyhawk to the public, and who would have thought that it would break down the first day of operation? Cedar Point had to order a part to be able to fix her up, so until then Skyhawk will not be running. Hopefully this will take care of all the possible problems, but with a new ride of such caliber it is really hard to say.
Construction is also underway at the park for the 2007 attraction which looks to be a …

This is the fourth installment of four sets of riddles. They get tougher each week so make sure you get the points while you can. Here is this weeks riddle: 
“I was born in the Midwest, and you might as well call me Dolly.  I’m smooth, yet intense.  What coaster am I?”
Remember to send an e-mail to contest@coasterdom.com with the following information:
First Name:
Last Name:
Coaster Name:
Park Name:

Clues will be released on Wednesday and Friday for those of you who need help. Good luck to everyone and let the contest begin!