2006-07-21
Author: Rae Hathaway

This year, CFRY celebrates 50 years in Portage.

We're starting the festivities today with a free country jamboree and barbecue on Island Park.

Program Director Ryan Simpson notes this is the first of several events coming up, and feels 50 years is a good reason to celebrate. He calls it an opportunity to meet our listeners in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Local entertainers Johnny Dietrich and Eastbound and Down provide entertainment. Simpson says they're excited to take part. He adds Manitoba Pork is serving up the barbecue.

The jamboree is from 5 until 7 tonight  at the grandstand.