Review of the News: July 4 – July 8

Monday July 4, 2016

Happy Fourth of July to all of our American readers!


Tuesday July 5, 2016

Efteling amusement park accused of racist rides
The Stop Oppressive Stereotypes (SOS) group published an open letter to the Kaatsheuvel-based park on Twitter complaining about two attractions, Monsieur Cannibale and Carnaval Festival.

The Walking Dead Attraction At Universal Studios Officially Opens To The Public
The highly anticipated attraction promises fans of the show they’ll get to experience the thrilling terror of the Walking Dead universe.


Wednesday July 6, 2016

Inspectors find 4 code violations after “Zippin Pippin” roller-coaster crash
State inspectors have found four code violations as they investigate a roller-coaster accident in Green Bay that sent three people to the hospital.

Indiana amusement park seeing more visitors under new owner
Apex Parks Group has updated several of the park's attractions in preparation for the 2016 season, and it has added attractions, including a single-loop roller coaster and bumper boats that will open later this season.


Thursday July 7, 2016

Florida woman accused of stealing thousands in theme park tchotchkes
A 32-year-old Florida woman had a court appearance last week after perusing the Kwik-E-Mart in Universal Studio’s Simpsons land on her motorized scooter and allegedly swiping more than $3,500 in memorabilia from the amusement park in March, according to a police report.


Friday July 8, 2016

French amusement park announces ride modeled after Tulsa's Golden Driller
Fraispertuis City, an amusement park in France, announced its 2017 project on Instagram — a ride based on Tulsa's Golden Driller.

Amusement park ejects spectator over Trump-fueled tirade
A magician’s quip about Donald Trump during a performance at a well-known Connecticut amusement park provoked a vulgar tirade by an audience member, who was ejected from the property after interrupting the show.