SALEM - A familiar amusement park south of Salem is shutting down for 2008 - and most likely for good.Normally at this time of year, Thrill-Ville would be gearing up for its season opener during Memorial Day weekend.But a spokesman for Thrill-Ville USA cites rising liability insurance costs and the slowing economy.The Vettrus brothers own and operate both facilities. Their family opened the amusement park in the 1970s with go-carts as the only attraction. They expanded during the years to include more than 20 rides.
Willamette Valley While traveling to Oregon be sure and stop by Corvallis in the very heart of the Willamette Valley, near great outdoor recreation and within 90 miles of Portland and the Oregon Coast. Come enjoy great cuisine and fine local wine, listen to some live music, browse the farmers market, or stroll one of our many beautiful parks.