Country Fest at Prescott Park in Portsmouth

This Saturday is going to be an exciting day in the city of Portsmouth.  It's the 10th annual WOKQ Country Fest!  

If you love country music and spending a lazy Saturday by the river, make plans now to join us August 2nd at Prescott Park.It's a great way to support local country musicians and of course, supporting the arts at Prescott Park!

Weather

Scattered showers and thunderstorms with some heavy rain possible and a high of 79. Showers and thunderstorms in the North Country and 75.

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Coming Up Tuesday

Another pair of tickets to see The Band Perry!
Mark and 2K are out.  It's the best of The Morning Waking Crew.