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From what I'm understanding, it was more the legacy parks than the newly acquired parks. I'm not 100% on that though. On the conference call, they mentioned that they had an increased market share on their northern region parks, including Cedar Point, which posted record attendance.

In case you haven't checked it out, VisitKingsIsland.com has gotten a little bit of a "freshen up" with some newer, more up-to-date descriptions for some of Kings Island's most popular rides. Check it out: VisitKingsIsland.com

GOD I hate it when companies report in terms of EBITDA... Don't forget that the 4th quarter results are typically in a net loss because most parks aren't open.

Kings Island to Host Job Fairs February 16-17 More than 4,000 seasonal associates needed for 2008 operating season Kings Island, Ohio – 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 2008 operating season, which begins April 20. In addition to international and regional recruiting, Kings Island will host job fairs Saturday, February 16 and Sunday, February 17 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the park, located at 6300 Kings Island Drive. Associates are needed in all areas of park operation, including admissions, cash control, entertainment, food and beverage, games, guest relations, merchandise, sales and service, security 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 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 or visit www.visitkingsisland.com. Kings Island is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, a publicly traded partnership that is listed for trading on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FUN.” In addition to Kings Island, Cedar Fair owns and operates ten other amusement parks, six water parks, one indoor water park resort and five hotels. Cedar Fair also owns and operates Star Trek: The Experience, an interactive adventure located in Las Vegas, and operates the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in Gilroy, Calif. under a management contract. www.visitkingsisland.com

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 2008 operating season, which begins April 20. In addition to international and regional recruiting, Kings Island will host job fairs Saturday, February 16 and Sunday, February 17 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the park, located at 6300 Kings Island Drive. Associates are needed in all areas of park operation, including admissions, cash control, entertainment, food and beverage, games, guest relations, merchandise, sales and service, security 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 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 or visit www.visitkingsisland.com. With the 2008 season beginning on Sunday, April 20th, Kings Island is gearing up for a new era. With this new era comes some exciting changes to the park. Trading in the magic of the movies for the thrills, spills, and entertainment of the traditional American amusement park, Cedar Fair has been dedicated to ushering in a better Kings Island for all of us. Part of this new era includes changing the name of some of the rides and attractions to better suit the new look of the park. Top Gun, Kings Island's suspended coaster will be now known as Flight Deck. The Italian Job Stunt Track will shed its name in favor of the Backlot Stunt Coaster, and finally Tomb Raider: The Ride will be dubbed The Crypt beginning in 2008. Also as part of the conversion, the Paramount logo was stripped from the marquee last October and a new logo was recently installed, showing off the new Kings Island and Cedar Fair logos. "When you think of Kings Island, you think of world-class, thrill-inducing roller coasters, action-packed attractions, 15-acre water park, seven-time award-winning kids' area, high-energy entertainment and great times with family and friends," said Don Helbig, Public Relations Area Manager in an interview with Charles Infosino, a freelance journalist for Cox Ohio Publishing. "We believe our new sign captures the essence of what Kings Island is." The sign's construction was completed in early January. Click here to see photos of the sign construction and the completed results! Are you a total ham? Destined for Broadway? Kings Island wants to hear from you! Auditions for Kings Island's 2008 entertainment lineup resume on Saturday and Sunday, Feb 16th and 17th at Kings Island. Kings Island is currently looking for singers (particularly with contemporary country experience), character cohorts, musicians (specifically horn and reed instrumentalists), meet & greet characters, and technicians/costumers. Earn some extra cash, build your resume', learn something new and have a blast while doing it! Click here to read the full press release, or go to VisitKingsIsland.com to apply online! Sunday, April 20, 2008, will be Kings Island's opening day for the 2008 season! New for 2008! Kings Island will be open FRIDAYS in May! Click here to view Kings Island's 2008 operating schedule and remember to save the date, April 20, 2008! Purchase your 2008 Kings Island season pass now and get the LOWEST PRICE of the year! There are now some exciting new options for Kings Island season passes. A Kings Island Gold Pass gives you access to Kings Island's over 50 attractions including some of the world's greatest thrill rides, captivating live shows, games, diverse food and much more! Also with a Gold Season Pass you get special VIP perks such as exclusive ride times, early entrance to Boomerang Bay, discounted meal deals and an exclusive parking area! New for 2008! Purchase a Cedar Fair Platinum Pass and get free admission and parking at ALL Cedar Fair dry and water parks! This includes, but is not limited to, Kings Island, Cedar Point, Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom, Dorney Park, and Knott's Berry Farm. On top of all of that, any Platinum Pass purchased through Kings Island will have all the privileges of a Gold Pass! Go to Kings Island's new web site, VisitKingsIsland.com now and purchase your Kings Island Gold Pass or Cedar Fair Platinum Pass! Are you an avid Kings Island fan or do you casually visit once a year? No Matter! KICentral.com is the site for you. Why not register on the forums of KICentral and tell us about your thoughts and experiences involving Kings Island! Registration is fast, FREE, and easy. Don't forget to keep checking KICentral.com for the latest news, rumors and information about Kings Island amusement park! Regards, Ryan

Ain't nobody said for sure that there would be a KIC day.

Actually, I'd be more worried about someone wandering into the park, getting hurt, and suing the living heck out of them. There really isn't any kind of CIA operation going on at the park this year... they're not hiding anything from you. It's the same reason why your neighbors don't want you jumping on their trampoline or swimming in their above ground pool when they're not home.

You've written like 10,000 articles at this point. Have you applied to any newspapers or magazines?

I say what I said because when people break the rules in the park and post about it, they contact me about it if they care about what law/rule you broke, which they did with this, so they do.

So tell me, was this construction sign on a public road or were you trespassing on KI's property?

He's not saying that change is bad, he's questioning whether this has been a change for the better.

Actually KI did a co-press release about the challenge of moving a ride from Aurora to Mason.

Way cool! I've ALWAYS wanted to go to Australia. I may go next year.

That'd be a good joke. Name it Drop Tower 1 and see how many people say, "Drop Tower 1 seems too intense for me."

I've always preferred the old homely arenas to the newer ones. Kind of like how I much prefer the Cincy Gardens over US Bank Arena.

LoL... I think he took that photo when they were setting up.

Entertainment in 2007 was much improved over the last 5 years, so why would it take a step backwards in '08? And why do ride names mean anything? The rides will still give the same enjoyment that they have always given. I'd be willing to bet that you'll see a bigger, more assorted entertainment lineup from the gang at Kings Island in 08.

Exactly... That should be understood by everyone on KIC. I never believed anything until "someone in the know" (Dane, Ryan, etc...) posted it or it was directly on the front page of KIC. I know I'm newer here but I still know who the "ones with info" are.... That's the sad part -- we're not "in the know" and certainly can't be confused as being park or CF spokespeople. When someone asks a question, I have the resources the get the answer for them. I take that as part of my responsibility on this site. Any of the front page info is all from press releases, I don't make that stuff up either.

I'm telling you... I miss the days of KIC just being for fun more and more at times like this... it was a simpler time... it was a better time...

Exactly! It may seem trivial, but it makes a world of difference in credibility.

Nope, must be posted in the topic. Photos taken fall under the same rule. The source must be stated.

With the 2008 season beginning on Sunday, April 20th, Kings Island is gearing up for a new era. With this new era comes some exciting changes to the park. Trading in the magic of the movies for the thrills, spills, and entertainment of the traditional American amusement park, Cedar Fair has been dedicated to ushering in a better Kings Island for all of us. Part of this new era includes changing the name of some of the rides and attractions to better suit the new look of the park. Top Gun, Kings Island's suspended coaster will be now known as Flight Deck. The Italian Job Stunt Track will shed its name in favor of the Backlot Stunt Coaster, and finally Tomb Raider: The Ride will be dubbed The Crypt beginning in 2008. Also as part of the conversion, the Paramount logo was stripped from the marquee last October and a new logo was recently installed, showing off the new Kings Island and Cedar Fair logos. "When you think of Kings Island, you think of world-class, thrill-inducing roller coasters, action-packed attractions, 15-acre water park, seven-time award-winning kids' area, high-energy entertainment and great times with family and friends," said Don Helbig, Public Relations Area Manager in an interview with Charles Infosino, a freelance journalist for Cox Ohio Publishing. "We believe our new sign captures the essence of what Kings Island is." The sign's construction was completed in early January. Click here to see photos of the sign construction and the completed results! Are you a total ham? Destined for Broadway? Kings Island wants to hear from you! Auditions for Kings Island's 2008 entertainment lineup resume on Saturday and Sunday, Feb 16th and 17th at Kings Island. Kings Island is currently looking for singers (particularly with contemporary country experience), character cohorts, musicians (specifically horn and reed instrumentalists), meet & greet characters, and technicians/costumers. Earn some extra cash, build your resume', learn something new and have a blast while doing it! Click here to read the full press release, or go to VisitKingsIsland.com to apply online! Sunday, April 20, 2008, will be Kings Island's opening day for the 2008 season! New for 2008! Kings Island will be open FRIDAYS in May! Click here to view Kings Island's 2008 operating schedule and remember to save the date, April 20, 2008! Purchase your 2008 Kings Island season pass now and get the LOWEST PRICE of the year! There are now some exciting new options for Kings Island season passes. A Kings Island Gold Pass gives you access to Kings Island's over 50 attractions including some of the world's greatest thrill rides, captivating live shows, games, diverse food and much more! Also with a Gold Season Pass you get special VIP perks such as exclusive ride times, early entrance to Boomerang Bay, discounted meal deals and an exclusive parking area! New for 2008! Purchase a Cedar Fair Platinum Pass and get free admission and parking at ALL Cedar Fair dry and water parks! This includes, but is not limited to, Kings Island, Cedar Point, Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom, Dorney Park, and Knott's Berry Farm. On top of all of that, any Platinum Pass purchased through Kings Island will have all the privileges of a Gold Pass! Go to Kings Island's new web site, VisitKingsIsland.com now and purchase your Kings Island Gold Pass or Cedar Fair Platinum Pass! Are you an avid Kings Island fan or do you casually visit once a year? No Matter! KICentral.com is the site for you. Why not register on the forums of KICentral and tell us about your thoughts and experiences involving Kings Island! Registration is fast, FREE, and easy. Don't forget to keep checking KICentral.com for the latest news, rumors and information about Kings Island amusement park! Regards, Ryan

Being a forum member on KIC carries a little more responsibility than it does with most other theme park fan sites. As many of you know, we have an exclusive agreement with Cox Ohio Publishing, which means that our site is feed through a live RSS feed to their eight local newspapers. As a result of this, KICentral is watched very closely by Kings Island, Cedar Fair, and the local media. KIC has always been dedicated to allowing people to share their thoughts, opinions, and rumors on this site, which is something that we love to read and hear about. Recently, there's been a rash of people claiming that certain rumors are "Confirmed" when in fact nothing is confirmed until it is released by the park. We came to the agreement with our media contacts, Kings Island, and Cedar Fair that anyone claiming to have CONFIRMED information from an inside source must supply the name of their source within their post. Simply put -- it eliminates a lot of the hearsay that the park has to deal with from false "confirmations" and sets the rule that if your "source" doesn't want their name posted with the information, then you know that the information is either false, or not for public display. Remember that the general rule of the internet is that you must assume that anything you post on the internet can be read by any person, at any time, forever. If you work at the park and you overhear something, don't forget that your boss, and your boss's boss, and your boss's boss's boss will likely read your post. Again, rumors are just that -- rumors. Rumors and speculation are always welcome, however if you claim to have heard information from an inside source, or claim that your information is confirmed, you must supply your source. Per TOS -- Effective Immediately: 28 January 2008, 7:33pm EST Best Regards, Ryan Post any questions below.

Most of that episode happens at the Kings Island Resort & Hotel.

Calling All Performers! Kings Island Entertainer Auditions February 16-17 Park looking for singers, dancers, musicians, characters and more for 2008 season Kings Island, Ohio – Kings Island will host auditions in search of experienced contemporary country singers and trained, talented and versatile dancers, characters, character cohorts, musicians, technicians and costumers for the 2008 entertainment season at the park. The auditions will be held at Kings Island in the International Restaurant Saturday, February 16 and Sunday, February 17. Auditions and interviews for singers, technicians, characters, costumers and musicians are from 10:00am to 2:00pm each day. Applicants will be seen on a first come, first served basis. Dancer registration is from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. A dance combination will be taught at 2:00pm. Interested performers should prepare the following: Singers: Bring sheet music or CD accompaniment for two contemporary country songs. One should be up-tempo, the second a ballad. A piano accompanist will be provided for those with sheet music. Singers may be asked to read a brief monologue and to dance, so they should bring appropriate clothes and shoes for movement. Singers need to bring a current photo and a one-page resume. Dancers: Kings Island is looking for energetic, technically trained dancers experienced in jazz, ballet, hip-hop and acrobatics. Dancers will be taught a combination during the audition and should come prepared in comfortable and appropriate clothing and shoes. Dancers need to bring a current photo and a one-page resume. Musicians: Kings Island is specifically looking for horn and reed instruments. You must be able to play a variety of styles. Technicians and Costumers: Interviews will be conducted for experienced sound operators, lighting operators, follow spot operators, sage crew and costumer positions. Interviews will be held on audition dates on a first come, first serve basis. Please bring a one-page resume. Those interested in design work should bring an example of their recent or past work. Nickelodeon Meet and Greet Characters: Kings Island is looking for enthusiastic individuals to portray Nickelodeon characters. Those who audition must be 4’10” to 5’6” for Nickelodeon characters. Please bring a current photo and a one-page resume. An interview and movement audition will be conducted. Character Cohort: Kings Island is looking for enthusiastic individuals to provide assistance to characters during their walks. Please bring a current photo and a one-page resume. Please note: Those who audition must be at least 15 years of age to audition and/or interview. The audition procedure may take a long time. Please be prepared to wait. Kings Island strongly encourages participation from all cultural backgrounds. For more information call Kings Island’s Entertainment Department at (513) 754-5740 or visit www.visitkingsisland.com. Kings Island is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, a publicly traded partnership that is listed for trading on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FUN.” In addition to Kings Island, Cedar Fair owns and operates ten other amusement parks, six water parks, one indoor water park resort and five hotels. Cedar Fair also owns and operates Star Trek: The Experience, an interactive adventure located in Las Vegas, and operates the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in Gilroy, Calif. under a management contract. www.visitkingsisland.com