NBA Star Buys Six Flags Site, New Flights at BWI, MD Restaurants Nominated for RAMMYs

Kevin Durant's company acquires former amusement park, Contour Airlines resumes Georgia flights, local eateries up for dining awards

Apr. 10, 2026 at 8:38pm

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In Maryland business news, NBA player Kevin Durant's investment firm 35V has purchased the former Six Flags amusement park site in Prince George's County, Contour Airlines will resume flights from BWI Marshall Airport to Macon, Georgia this summer, and several Maryland restaurants have been nominated for the prestigious RAMMY dining awards.

Why it matters

These developments showcase the continued economic activity and growth in Maryland, with a high-profile investment in the former Six Flags property, expanded air travel options from BWI, and recognition of the state's thriving restaurant industry.

The details

The Six Flags site in Prince George's County was acquired by 35V, the investment company of NBA star Kevin Durant, who is from the area. Contour Airlines will be offering 10 weekly round-trip flights between BWI Marshall Airport and Middle Georgia Regional Airport starting this summer. Meanwhile, a Riverdale Park barbecue restaurant has been nominated for three RAMMY awards, and about a dozen other Maryland eateries are finalists for the prestigious dining honors.

  • Contour Airlines will resume flights to Macon, Georgia from BWI Marshall Airport this summer.
  • The 2026 RAMMY award finalists were recently announced.

The players

Kevin Durant

NBA star and Prince George's County native whose investment company 35V has purchased the former Six Flags amusement park site.

Contour Airlines

An airline that will be offering 10 weekly round-trip flights between BWI Marshall Airport and Middle Georgia Regional Airport starting this summer.

Riverdale Park BBQ

A barbecue restaurant in Riverdale Park, Maryland that has been nominated for three RAMMY awards.

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What’s next

Community meetings will be held to keep the public informed of the plans for the former Six Flags site now owned by Kevin Durant's 35V investment company.

The takeaway

Maryland is experiencing a surge of business activity, from a major real estate investment to new air travel options and accolades for the state's dining scene, underscoring the economic vitality and growth occurring across various industries.