Top 10 Cedar Point news stories of 2016
5. Cedar Point adds free park-wide WiFi
Ubiquitous Internet access is quickly becoming the norm. Cedar Point added free WiFi prior to the 2016 season to help keep guests connected.
4. Microburst forces Cedar Point to close
On June 5, a microburst with wind speeds topping 90 MPH struck the Cedar Point Causeway, knocking down 35 power poles. Cedar Point closed early on the 5th and remained closed all day June 6.
3. Cedar Point announces Cedar Point Shores
In August, Cedar Point announced an expansion of its water park. The transformation of Soak City to Cedar Point Shores continues the park's focus on being a multi-day resort destination.
2. The debut of Valravn
The world's tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster opened in early May to rave reviews. With the 223-foot-tall Valravn, Cedar Point is now home to 18 roller coasters.
1. Closure of Mean Streak is followed by start of mysterious transformation
Enthusiasts have speculated about Mean Streak's future for years. That speculation was given a shot of adrenaline when Cedar Point announced in August that the wooden giant would be "closing for good" on September 16. Construction crews soon began work on Mean Streak, with all signs pointing to a transformation by Rocky Mountain Construction.
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