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, October 9, 202410/09/2024

AnnMarie Timmins 10-09-24

AnnMarie Timmins from the New Hampshire Bulletin decided to attempt to add vaccine information to New Hampshire death certificates, even if the vaccine is not listed as the cause of the death.

Tuesday, October 8, 202410/08/2024

Thom Brueckner 10-08-24

Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc. of Nashua and host of Retirement Intelligence heard Friday mornings on WFEA drops by for his monthly visit to discuss the Secure Act.

Tuesday, October 8, 202410/08/2024

Patty Nieberg 10-08-24

Patty Nieberg from Task&Purpose discusses two recent stories about the deployment of the National Guard units to parts of the Southeast as they deal with the recent storms. 

Tuesday, October 8, 202410/08/2024

Damien Fisher 10-09-24

New Hampshire Journal reporter Damien Fisher provides an update on a parent-initiated lawsuit against the Bow School District for a First Amendment violation.

Tuesday, October 8, 202410/08/2024

Nathan Shrader 10-09-24

Professor Nathan Shrader from New England College discusses how presidential candidates should approach the battleground states, especially Pennsylvania.

Monday, October 7, 202410/07/2024

Pete Tarrier 10-07-24

WFEA sports analysis Pete Tarrier provides his observations out of Sunday’s New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins football game.

Monday, October 7, 202410/07/2024

Mayor Jay Ruais 10-07-24

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais joins us for our monthly “Monday with the Mayor segment and offers updates on recent conversations about the lack of oversight and citizens’ concerns regarding needle exchange programs. The Mayor also takes time expanded on the city’s partnership with Harbor Care to end veteran homelessness in Manchester.

Monday, October 7, 202410/07/2024

Henry Och 10-07-24

Henry Och, CEO and President of Harbor Healthcare New Hampshire, discusses their initiative to end veterans’ homelessness. Henry also talks about a special Thanksgiving Dinner for veterans that Habor Care will host on November 26.

Monday, October 7, 202410/07/2024

Professor John Lappie 10-07-24

Dr. John Lappie, Political Science Professor at Plymouth State University, discusses a poll suggesting that many Americans believe the country is heading in the wrong direction. How will this belief affect the election?

Friday, October 4, 202410/04/2024

Emily Brooks 10-04-24

Emily Brooks from The Hill talks about the Congressional funding for Hurricane Helene, the debate over the term ‘pro-choice,’ and congresspeople back in the districts campaigning. 

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