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.

Tuesday, October 15, 202410/15/2024

Damien Fisher 10-15-24

Journalist Damien Fisher joins guest host Nate Shrader to discuss Goffstown’s recently enacted sexual harassment rules for public officials and much more New Hampshire news and politics.

Tuesday, October 15, 202410/15/2024

State Rep. Jessica Grill 10-15-24

State Rep. Jessica Grill of Manchester talks with Guest host, Nate Shrader about what she’s learned in her first term in Concord, how to encourage more young people to seek public office, and her legislative priorities.

Tuesday, October 15, 202410/15/2024

Andrew Provencher 10-15-24

Manchester West Football Coach Andrew Provencher explains to Guest host Nate Shrader how the school’s football program has been named a finalist for T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest.

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

Matt Zabko 10-14-24

Matt Zabko of 603 Optix shares with Guest host George Hansel how his business is breathing new life into the world of manufacturing.

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

Tim Pipp 10-14-24

Tim Pipp, owner of Beeze Tees shares with Guest host George Hansel just what compelled him to take his business to the next level and expand beyond his original location in Keene. 

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

State Sen.Denise Ricciardi 10-14-24

State Sen. Denise Ricciardi talks with Guest host George Hansel on her run for re-election and why she’s more than willing to cross the isle when it comes to things like access to healthcare.

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

Emily Brooks 10-14-24

Emily Brooks, reporter for The Hill talks with Guest host George Hansel about her most recent article about some Republicans embracing the Pro-choice label.

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

State Sen. Jeb Bradley 10-14-24

Guest host George Hansel talks with State Senate President Jeb Bradley on his last term, and what he hopes to accomplish.

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

Mayor Jay Ruais 10-14-24

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruias talks with Guest host and former Keene Mayor George Hansel on why he’s remained focus on his goals for the city, why he loves the job, and why town hall forums remain a vital way for the public to hold him accountable. 

Monday, October 14, 202410/14/2024

Tom Raffio 10-14-24

Tom Raffio – CEO of Northeast Delta Dental shares with Guest host George Hansel details on just why they were named one of five companies in the nation to receive the Baldrige National Quality Award.

Recent Headlines

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Ex-Trump national security adviser Bolton charged with storing and sharing classified information

John Bolton, who served as national security adviser to President Donald Trump during his first term and later became a vocal critic of the Republican leader, was charged Thursday with storing top secret records at home and sharing with relatives diary-like notes about his time in government that contained classified information.

4 days ago in National

County judge in Chicago area bars ICE from arresting people at court

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Supreme Court takes up GOP-led challenge to Voting Rights Act that could affect control of Congress

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5 days ago in National

Trump honoring Charlie Kirk with Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would be his 32nd birthday

President Donald Trump on Tuesday is posthumously awarding America's highest civilian honor to Charlie Kirk, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.

5 days ago in National

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