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Actually, Chad never left. He's been at the park for almost a year now.

We just published a blog on the K.I. website about the show that includes an interview with Lou Mack. Kings Island dog show features world-class canine athletes

Due to the potential for inclement weather on Tuesday, the Photo Shoot on Diamondback, The Beast and Racer has been cancelled.

On May 22, Kings Island will have a photo shoot at the park, and there is a need for riders from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Diamondback, The Beast and Racer. Here are some of the rules: - All riders must meet the height requirements. - Riders must wear plan clothing (no logos or patterns -- must be bright and shiny). - This is not exclusive ride time. The number of rides on each attraction will depend on the shots the photo crew needs to capture. - You might sit and wait. And wait some more. - You will be assigned your seat by the production crew. - Hands must be kept down and inside the cars at all times. - Photos, video and social media sharing is not permitted during your time with us during the shoot. Interested? Please email your first and last name, age, city, state and KIC user name to socialmedia@visitkingsisland.com. Due to high demand, you will ONLY be contacted if you are chosen to participate. You must respond no later than Thursday, May 17 by 6:00 p.m. Please use Extras for KI Photo Shoot in the email subject line. Thank you! Don Helbig

Coasterstock tickets are available to purchase online only. The opportunity to purchase tickets for the event ends May 6. Coasterstock materials for those who chose the pre-check option will be shipped beginning the week of April 30.

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A power flicker occurred caused by a reoccurring intermittent issue with Duke Energy's substation outside the park.

Today on the Kings Island blog, we listed six 'Must Do' rides for thrill seekers. What six rides at the park would make your recommended list for thrill seekers?

May 29 is the date Gold goes away. Information is available on our website at www.visitkingsisland.com.

If you submitted the registration for Coasterstock, you're set. No need to submit multiple registrations.

Please only submit your registration once! We'll get it the first time. Thanks.

For those planning to attend Coasterstock May 19-20, a Facebook group page (Coasterstock at Kings Island) has been set up for the event. Information regarding the event will be posted on the group page.

We can't wait for everyone to experience Mystic Timbers! Before your first visit of the season, please be advised loose articles are not able to be brought into the queue line area and stored on the ride platform area of Mystic Timbers. Riders will need to store loose articles such as cell phones, pagers, hats, cameras, stuffed animals, purses, backpacks, umbrellas, beverage containers, personal entertainment devices, etc. in a locker or leave them with a non-rider in your party.

Exits on the K.I. & Miami Valley Railroad haven't changed.

The first test run was tonight.

Thank you to everyone raising money to participate in this event. It's going to be fun, memorable and rewarding for everyone who takes part.

The details behind the switch are it was a management decision. Running both sides forward again was a return to how the ride operated from its opening in 1972 through spring 1982, which is where nostalgia came into play. Something old was new again for our guests.

A total of 811 bents were stood to construct The Beast.

There will not be a train tour this year at Coasterstock. There will be a behind the scenes photo opportunity of the train tied in with Diamondback. We've added lights on tours of Haunt mazes during the event.

Want to be among the first riders on Mystic Timbers? Here's your chance!

Missed the first one on 7/7 - Secret Life of Pets

This is great! Brings back lots of memories.

If you want to be among the first to experience Mystic Timbers and find out what's in the shed, the first riders auction will provide that opportunity. Details regarding the event will be announced soon!

At check-in, all participants will be required to present a valid, active membership card for 2017 from the roller coaster club/organization they registered under in order to receive their credentials to get into the ERT sessions, lunch, dinner and behind-the-scenes experiences. All participants will also need to complete both Step 1 (purchase ticket) and Step 2 (register) to participate in the event.

Soak City Water Park will be open today.