The WFEA Morning Update

WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

The WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

Listen Monday - Thursday from 6-10am and Friday from 6-9am

The WFEA Morning Update will focus on issues affecting Granite State residents in a fun and informative way.

Jeff Chidester is the host of The WFEA Morning Update. Jeff is a well-known, involved member of the community, with a background in journalism, law enforcement, and broadcasting. Raised in New Hampshire, Jeff has traveled the world extensively, learning and observing other cultures and their impact on America, while always returning to his home state. He served in the US Army, as a police officer in New Hampshire, a writer for the Portsmouth Herald, and as the creator and host of the radio show, Right Here, Right Now. His experience and character align with the “live & local” ideals of WFEA and many of its Granite State listeners.

Wednesday, November 12, 202511/12/2025

CSF- NH: Helping Support Student’s Education Journey

In On-Demand

How do the families navigate the right educational journey for their child? How does a blended, hybrid education model benefit…

Wednesday, November 12, 202511/12/2025

Patty Neiberg: PTSD Drug Cancer Concern

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Patty Nieberg, Task & Purpose, shares the news that some batches of Prazosin, which VA doctors often prescribe to treat PTSD…

Wednesday, November 12, 202511/12/2025

NH Banker Association: NH Banks Helping the Community

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Kristy Merrill, President of the NH Bankers Association, and Merrimack County Savings Bank’s Kathy Powers, their Branch & Business Development Manager…

Wednesday, November 12, 202511/12/2025

Drew Cline: Tariff Rebates, Shutdown Pains, Drug Overdoses Down

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Recent good news indicates that drug overdose deaths are down in NH. Why? President Trump is promising a $2000.00 ‘tariff…

Tuesday, November 11, 202511/11/2025

AARP -WFEA NH Veterans’ Home Broadcast: Hour Three

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AARP and WFEA hosted a special live broadcast from the NH Veterans Home in Tilton, NH.  The broadcast was co-hosted…

Tuesday, November 11, 202511/11/2025

AARP -WFEA NH Veterans’ Home Broadcast: Hour Two

In On-Demand

AARP-NH and WFEA hosted a special live broadcast from the NH Veterans Home in Tilton, NH.  The broadcast was co-hosted…

Tuesday, November 11, 202511/11/2025

AARP -WFEA NH Veterans’ Home Broadcast: Hour One

In On-Demand

AARP and WFEA hosted a special live broadcast from the NH Veterans Home in Tilton, NH.  The broadcast was co-hosted…

Monday, November 10, 202511/10/2025

Tom Raffio: Celebrating Veterans and Students

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Tom Raffio, President and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, calls in to discuss their ongoing support for our veterans. Tom…

Monday, November 10, 202511/10/2025

Dr John Lappie: Shutdown Aftermath

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Dr John Lappie from Plymouth State University joins to offer commentary on the final thoughts of the most extended government…

Monday, November 10, 202511/10/2025

Emily Brooks: Will the House Support the Senate to End the Shutdown?

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As more details emerge regarding the Senate deal to end the Shutdown, we have learned that it is no longer…

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