Goodbye!

This is the 180th and final update for this blog. It is being retired. To those that have been following this blog, thank you! We hope you enjoyed the updates and photos that have been posted since the blog was introduced in February of 2009.

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Become a fan of Kings Island on Facebook; follow on Twitter

Kings Island is now live on both Facebook and Twitter social networking websites. Through these outlets, fans will be able to get their Kings Island fix during all hours of the day via updates, postings and other means. News announcements, tidbits, special offers and other information will be posted to both websites.

There is also an opportunity to check out uploaded photos and videos on Facebook. In addition, an area has been designated for fans to initiate and join in on discussions about the park and ask questions in the daily Top 5@5 mailbag.

To become a fan of Kings Island on Facebook and to start following the park on twitter, simply click on the links below.

www.facebook.com/visitkingsisland

www.twitter.com/kingsislandpr

Snake alert!

Workmen have been busy today putting the third train on Diamondback. It won't be long before testing begins!

Thanks!

More than 6,400 of you are now following us on Facebook and nearly 2,700 are following the park on Twitter.

Become a fan of Kings Island on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/visitkingsisland

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New Planet Snoopy images added

New construction images have been added to the Planet Snoopy Photo Gallery on our official Facebook page.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=203250&id=155893938367&saved#!/album.php?aid=203250&id=155893938367

Ice cream isn't the only thing blue in the all-new Planet Snoopy

Paul Shafer of Landen, Ohio spent Thursday painting the rails of this roller coaster in the all-new Planet Snoopy kids' area at Kings Island.

Planet Snoopy taking shape

The focal point of the all-new Planet Snoopy is, of course, the rides, including more kids’ roller coasters (four) than any other amusement park. But tasty foods, blueberry ice cream, colorful souvenirs, a live stage show and daily character meet-and-greets are all part of the fun and excitement guests of all ages will find in the fresh new look of Kings Island’s nine-time, award-winning Best Kids’ Area in the World. Click on the link below to see some of the new and exciting things beginning to take shape in Planet Snoopy.

http://www.visitkingsisland.com/attractions/category.cfm?ac_id=39

Painting the picture in Planet Snoopy

Workmen were busy Monday painting the track of one of the four roller coasters in the all-new Planet Snoopy area at Kings Island.

Click on the link below to see more of the work being done in Planet Snoopy.
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=203250&id=155893938367&saved

One year ago today ...

On February 26, 2009, the first test run on Diamondback took place.
Video: http://www.facebook.com/visitkingsisland

Diamondback graces cover of Roller Coaster!

Diamondback graces the cover of the latest issue of Roller Coaster!, the official magazine of American Roller Coaster Enthusiasts. Inside this issue is a six-page feature on Diamondback written by Marlon Scott, an ACE member since 1980, which includes 18 terrific photos.

Poll question for fans of Kings Island on Facebook

Pick one:
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Record number of job seekers show up at Kings Island

The first day of a two-day job fair this weekend attracted 2,335 job seekers Saturday, the largest single-day turnout for a job fair in the park's 38-year history. Kings Island plans to hire more than 4,000 workers for the 2010 operating season, which begins April 17.

The job fair will be held again Sunday, from 10am to 4pm. Apply online in advance at http://www.visitkingsisland.com/, then come out to the job fair for an interview.

World's most popular beagle arrives at Kings Island

The world's most popular beagle, Snoopy, arrived at his new home at Kings Island on Tuesday. New for 2010 is Planet Snoopy, as the park's nine-time, award-winning "Best Kids' Area in the World" receives a fresh new look with a timeless classic. The park opens in just 62 days on April 17. Buy tickets online now and save $15 off the gate price at http://www.visitkingsisland.com/.

Former Kings Island rides associate covering Olympics for NBC

Lewis Johnson, a former rides supervisor on the Beast and Racer roller coasters at Kings Island (1981-83), is reporting from his sixth Olympic Games in Vancouver for NBC, working alongside Bob Papa covering the following three disciplines: Bobsled, Luge and Skeleton.

More than 4,000 seasonal associates needed for 2010 operating season

Kings Island will host job fairs Saturday, February 20 and Sunday, February 21 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the park (6300 Kings Island Drive).

Associates are needed in all areas of park operation, including admissions, call center, cash control, entertainment, food and beverage, fire and safety, games, guest services, lifeguards, merchandise, rides, security, sweeps and warehouse. Anyone 15 years of age or older who wants an exciting and rewarding place to work this summer can learn more about the different departments and opportunities at http://www.visitkingsisland.com/. Apply online, and then come out to the job fair for an interview.

Kings Island is an Equal Opportunity employer. For more information or questions regarding employment, please call (513) 754-5748 or visitkingsisland.com.

Kings Island to hold entertainer auditions for 2010 season February 20-21

Kings Island will hold entertainment auditions and interviews for the 2010 season February 20-21 in the Kings Island Theater. Auditions and interviews for singers, technicians, Peanuts characters and costume staff will be held from 10:00am - 1:00pm, and dancers beginning at 1:00pm each day.

We are currently casting singers for a Motown Revue, a TV Theme Song Revue, a Country Show and contemporary Pop shows. Those auditioning as a singer should prepare two songs of their choice. One up-tempo and one ballad. Piano accompaniment will be provided. Please bring sheet music in the proper key. You may also sing with a pre-recorded CD provided the CD doesn’t include lead vocals. Singers should bring a one page resume and a head shot. Singers may be asked to stay for the dance audition.

Those interviewing for a Technical or Costume position should bring a resume. Those auditioning as a Peanut’s Character should be prepared for a small movement audition. Those auditioning as a Dancer should wear appropriate attire. You will be taught a dance combination.

Tuesday's Kings Island snow images

One down, two to go

Ride merchanics have completed winter maintenance on one of the Diamondack trains, as cars for the 230-foot tall steel roller coaster were delivered back to the ride and hoisted up to the train storage area on Tuesday.

Kings Island to host Job Fairs February 20-21

A diverse range of job opportunities are available at Kings Island, as the park announced today plans to hire more than 4,000 seasonal associates for the 2010 operating season, which begins April 17. Kings Island will host job fairs Saturday, February 20 and Sunday, February 21 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the park (6300 Kings Island Drive).

Associates are needed in all areas of park operation, including admissions, call center, cash control, entertainment, food and beverage, games, guest services, lifeguards, merchandise, rides, security, sweeps and warehouse. Anyone 15 years of age or older who wants an exciting and rewarding place to work this summer can learn more about the different departments and opportunities at www.visitkingsisland.com. Apply online, and then come out to the job fair for an interview.

Kings Island is an Equal Opportunity employer. For more information or questions regarding employment, please call (513) 754-5748.

APPLY NOW!

Crypt ridership up in 2009

The adjustment to the Crypt ride program for the 2009 season accounted for an increase in ridership of 91,987 from the previous year. The ride also had 100 hours less downtown than the previous year.

Ahh yes. I remember that day well

One year ago today (January 26, 2009), workmen finished installing track on the Diamondback roller coaster at Kings Island. Track piece #129 was the final piece of track installed on the 5,282 foot-long $22 million steel coaster, being hoisted into place at 2:42pm. It took the Adena Corporation a total of 161 days to erect the ride after the first piece of track was installed in the splashdown area on August 18, 2008. Diamondback opened to rave reviews, giving more than 1.8 million thrilling rides in its debut season.

Beast in rebuilding mode

Terry Jones, a ride mechanic at Kings Island, rebuilds the side of a Beast roller coaster car in the wood coaster maintenance shop on Thursday. The legendary Beast will be ready to thrill riders when Kings Island opens for the 2010 season April 17.

What's going on in there?

Hmmm ... I wonder what could be going on under the tarp of this ride located in the all-new Planet Snoopy area of Kings Island? There's a lot of noise coming out of there. Construction-type noise!!!

Season pass processing begins April 1

Attention 2010 Kings Island season passholders! The Season Pass Processing Center will be open during the following hours beginning April 1:

Monday through Friday: 4pm - 8pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am - 7pm

Opening Day is April 17. Click on the link below for the park's 2010 operating calendar.

http://mobile.visitkingsisland.com/public/visit/schedule/

Peanuts plush arrives at Kings Island

Sarah Gredig, area manager, merchandise at Kings Island, pulls a gigantic Snoopy plush stuffed animal out of a box in the park's warehouse on Friday. Hundreds of boxes of Peanuts-themed plush arrived this week as the park prepares for the debut of the all-new Planet Snoopy in April.

Weather today not fit for man nor Beast

The Beast has gone into hibernation for the winter.

Think warm thoughts!

Instead of shoveling snow this week, wouldn't you rather be doing this at Kings Island in Boomerang Bay?

Plan your 2010 visit to Kings Island

Start planning your 2010 visit to Kings Island. The park's operating calender for the 2010 season is available online at http://mobile.visitkingsisland.com/public/visit/schedule/.