Archive For June, 2022
Today, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee passed the FY 2023 Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill with H-2B cap relief language and a commitment for a bipartisan group of lawmakers, industry, and unions to try to negotiate a permanent solution beginning in July. During the debate, Rep. Pingree (D-ME) offered the amendment to allow for […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — Dolly Parton today visited the construction site of Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort, marking her first media appearance at the property which is slated to open in late 2023. During the media-only event, Parton also accepted an award from the American Chestnut Foundation on behalf of her late uncle, Bill Owens. The event […]
Stern Pinball will be attending the 2022 International Bowl Expo in Las Vegas, June 29-30th. We will be located in the Moss Distributing Booth #119. The premier event of the Bowling industry, this annual event is a combination of educational seminars, trade show, and entertaining events for all ages. Stern will be showcasing the award winning Insider Connected and the […]
SANTA CLAUS, Ind. — Thousands of Guests have already enjoyed “Holidays in the Sky” drone and fireworks spectacular, and Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari officials expect that number to hit six figures. The 300-drone show opened to a cheering crowd Saturday, June 18, and runs through July 31. The 15-minute show celebrates Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, […]
CINCINNATI, Ohio — It may feel like a hot summer outside, but inside EnterTRAINment Junction they are celebrating the cool winter holidays as the popular Christmas in July event kicks off its five-week run on Saturday, June 25. The family friendly event runs through Sunday, July 31. Visitors can beat the summer heat while enjoying […]
TILLAMOOK, Ore. — Just in time for summer fun, mega-popular, extra creamy Tillamook Ice Cream is now the “Official Scoopable Ice Cream” of Six Flags’ theme and water park locations nationwide. Available in eight, taste-tempting flavors, including Butter Pecan, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Cookies & Cream, Mint Chocolate Chip, Oregon Strawberry, Rocky Road, and Vanilla Bean, […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Sally Dark Rides, a leading creator of family ride experiences around the globe, has just opened their latest attraction VOLKANU: Quest for the Golden Idol, a dark ride experience unlike any other. Designed to create a seamless experience with the park’s mythical island theme, the ride’s storyline is inspired by the element of fire, […]
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Today, Build-A-Bear is opening a new store at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio. This Build-A-Bear Workshop is the latest in a series of new locations focused on theme park and tourist destinations and will mark the fourth location within the Cedar Fair amusement park properties, with additional workshops located in […]
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — Guests at Kennywood, Sandcastle Waterpark, and Idlewild & SoakZone will soon find a more efficient, convenient, and visitor-friendly process to pay for park tickets and treats. Beginning Tuesday, June 28 at Kennywood and Sandcastle and Wednesday, June 29 at Idlewild & SoakZone, the parks will accept credit, debit and prepaid cards […]
SANDUSKY, Ohio — American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE), the world’s largest ride enthusiast organization, announced production has begun on a new, biographical documentary on Anton Schwarzkopf, one of the world’s most famous roller coaster engineers. The film is scheduled to be released in late 2024 as part of what would have been Schwarzkopf’s centennial birthday. “With so many […]
