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USA Today
02-05-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Six Flags closure: 2 parks to shutter in Maryland, to be sold for redevelopment
Six Flags closure: 2 parks to shutter in Maryland, to be sold for redevelopment Show Caption Hide Caption Kingda Ka implodes to make way for new Six Flags ride The world's tallest and second-fastest roller coaster, Kingda Ka, has finally been torn down in a controlled implosion at Six Flags Great Adventure. Six Flags will close two parks in Maryland this fall. The amusement park company said Thursday that the almost 500-acre property in Prince Georges County, approximately 15 miles east of Washington, D.C., will be sold for redevelopment. The property is the home of Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor. "After reviewing a number of options, we believe that marketing the property for redevelopment will generate the highest value and return on investment," Six Flags President & CEO Richard A. Zimmerman said in the announcement. The final day for the parks will be Nov. 2 and season passes and tickets will be honored until the parks close. Acting Prince George's County executive Tara Jackson told radio station WTOP that the county is "committed to working closely with Six Flags and other stakeholders to guide a thoughtful and inclusive redevelopment process that supports jobs, growth and long-term community benefit." Park closures not anticipated to affect Six Flags' bottom line The parks employed approximately 70 full-time associates who will receive severance and benefits if they are eligible, the company said. 'We are grateful to our park associates who work hard to create lifelong memories for our guests, and Six Flags is committed to supporting all impacted associates through the closure process at the end of this year," Zimmerman said. Six Flags said that it does not anticipate the closures will have a material impact on its financial results this year. The company will operate 40 parks and resorts across North America following the closures.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Maryland job fair focuses on federal employees affected by recent layoffs
The Brief Maryland job fair targets recently laid-off federal employees. Job seekers can connect with employers and explore opportunities with various agencies and private sector employers. Acting Prince George's County Executive Tara Jackson to speak at the event. COLLEGE PARK, Md. - A Maryland job fair is focusing on federal employees who have recently been affected by layoffs. What we know The Federal Employee Career Transition & Resource Fair is scheduled for March 12 at The Hotel at the University of Maryland. The job fair will allow jobseekers to connect with employers and resource partners, and to explore employment opportunities with municipalities, Prince George's County agencies, State of Maryland agencies, and private sector employers. Acting Prince George's County Executive Tara Jackson is expected to speak at the event. Wednesday, March 12 · 10am - 2pm EDT The Hotel at The University of Maryland 7777 Baltimore Avenue College Park, MD 20740 Attendees should register online for free.
