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Don Helbig

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Theme parks & sports journalist, podcaster, NFL postgame quotes transcriber. Former PR pro, hockey broadcaster. Summit Elementary Class of 1974.

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A look back at The Racer just days before Kings Island opened in 1972—north (left) and south (right) lift hills standing tall. Do you have a favorite side?

A look back at The Racer just days before Kings Island opened in 1972—north (left) and south (right) lift hills standing tall. Do you have a favorite side?
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Don’t miss your last chance to experience Holidays in the Sky this season! The spectacular drone and fireworks show at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari wraps up this Sunday, August 3—catch it while you can!

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On this day in 1979, I took my first ride on The Beast at Kings Island—the world’s longest wooden roller coaster. I ended up riding it three times that day, and it still stands as one of the most unforgettable moments in all my amusement and theme park adventures. Do you remember

On this day in 1979, I took my first ride on The Beast at Kings Island—the world’s longest wooden roller coaster. I ended up riding it three times that day, and it still stands as one of the most unforgettable moments in all my amusement and theme park adventures. Do you remember
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On this day in 1979, Thurman Munson, the New York Yankees’ all-star catcher, died at 32 when the plane he was piloting crashed short of the runway at Canton-Akron Regional Airport.

On this day in 1979, Thurman Munson, the New York Yankees’ all-star catcher, died at 32 when the plane he was piloting crashed short of the runway at Canton-Akron Regional Airport.
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Prediction: Pantherian will make its long-awaited season debut at Kings Dominion on August 16—just in time for National Roller Coaster Day.

Prediction: Pantherian will make its long-awaited season debut at Kings Dominion on August 16—just in time for National Roller Coaster Day.
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One year ago today, I checked a major item off my bucket list—taking in a game at Yankee Stadium! I loved everything about the experience: the stadium, the atmosphere, and of course, the food. An unforgettable day in the Bronx!

One year ago today, I checked a major item off my bucket list—taking in a game at Yankee Stadium! I loved everything about the experience: the stadium, the atmosphere, and of course, the food. An unforgettable day in the Bronx!
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Enjoyed watching the Bengals practice today at Paycor Stadium! The draft picks looked really good out there. Can’t wait for the season to start!

Enjoyed watching the Bengals practice today at Paycor Stadium! The draft picks looked really good out there. Can’t wait for the season to start!
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My granddaughter Melody’s first Cincinnati Bengals experience is officially in the books! We watched training camp practice at Paycor Stadium—such a fun night!

My granddaughter Melody’s first Cincinnati Bengals experience is officially in the books! We watched training camp practice at Paycor Stadium—such a fun night!
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Former New York Mets catcher Jerry Grote wasn't much of a power threat, but he did hit a career-high six home runs in 1969. None was as opportune as the one he hit on this date against the Atlanta Braves. Leading off the bottom of the 11th inning, Grote broke a 5-5 tie when he

Former New York Mets catcher Jerry Grote wasn't much of a power threat, but he did hit a career-high six home runs in 1969. None was as opportune as the one he hit on this date against the Atlanta Braves. Leading off the bottom of the 11th inning, Grote broke a 5-5 tie when he
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Standing 150 feet tall and weighing 200 tons, Deno’s Wonder Wheel on the Coney Island boardwalk in New York is an engineering marvel. It features 24 cars—16 that swing and 8 that remain stationary—accommodating up to 144 riders at once. Its unique design, with cars gliding along

Standing 150 feet tall and weighing 200 tons, Deno’s Wonder Wheel on the Coney Island boardwalk in New York is an engineering marvel. It features 24 cars—16 that swing and 8 that remain stationary—accommodating up to 144 riders at once. Its unique design, with cars gliding along
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Starting Monday, the new Summer Wine’d Down event at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari runs daily through August 17, then weekends from August 21 to September 13. themeparksbydon.com/holiday-world-…

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I had the chance to experience Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s all-new Summer Wine’d Down Culinary Festival today—and it did not disappoint! Running now through September 13, the festival features 30 new menu items thoughtfully paired with recommended wines throughout the

I had the chance to experience Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s all-new Summer Wine’d Down Culinary Festival today—and it did not disappoint! Running now through September 13, the festival features 30 new menu items thoughtfully paired with recommended wines throughout the
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Great to see trains running on Pantherian—formerly known as Project 305 and Intimidator 305—at Kings Dominion! It is one of my favorite steel roller coasters.

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Free unlimited soft drinks, you say? Yep—Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is kind of famous for it. Now celebrating 25 years of complimentary beverages, the free soft drink program has become a defining feature of the park. Guests enjoy unlimited access to soda, lemonade, water,

Free unlimited soft drinks, you say? Yep—Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is kind of famous for it. Now celebrating 25 years of complimentary beverages, the free soft drink program has become a defining feature of the park. Guests enjoy unlimited access to soda, lemonade, water,