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In episode 180 of DVC Newscast, Shannon and Peter share several updates:

Big Thunder Mountain is set to reopen May 3 with no preview mentioned
- Source: Disney Parks Blog
Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster starring the Muppets opens May 26 with six announced ride songs, a Muppet pre-show song, queue changes, and upcoming AP/DVC previews (dates not yet announced).
- Source: Disney Parks Blog
Lake Buena Vista Golf Course closing from late spring to early fall for major renovations.
- Source: Walt Disney World Golf website
Disney declared 16 additional DVC units at the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, bringing declared inventory to 123 of 222 units, with uneven distribution across room types.
- Source: DVC News
The boat dock at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort closes May 11–June 15. Trader Sam’s outdoor area is closed amid exterior work.
- Source: DVC News
Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is officially announced for summer 2027 with 967 rooms and themed elements.
- Source: Disney Parks Blog
Disney Cruise Line 50% off kids fare promo on select sailings
- Source: Disney Cruise Line website
Upcoming Moonlight Magic dates and Jellyrolls relocating off-property.

00:00 Welcome Back Episode 180

01:58 Big Thunder Returns

04:07 Muppets Take Over Rock N Roller Coaster

07:23 LBV Golf Course Refurb

09:57 More Poly Tower Inventory

11:54 Poly Boat Dock Closure

15:00 Lakeshore Lodge Details

22:15 Disney Cr...