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, February 25, 202502/25/2025

NH ‘content creator’ Charged With A Crime Involving Bodily Function & Grocery Store Produce

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WFEA Host Jeff Chidester and Producer Tom Novak discuss a disturbing story of a NH ‘content creator’ charged with a…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

CHAD Battle of the Badges

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CHAD Battle of the Badges representatives Timary Malley, Stephen Soare, and Jamie Staton discuss the hockey game scheduled for March…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

A Tax Cap in New Boston and the Shenanigans To Stop Its Implementation.

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Rep. Keith Ammon joins us to discuss the effort to enact a tax cap in New Boston and the possible…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

Bernard ‘Ben’ Gamache of Rallé Watches

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Bernard ‘Ben’ Gamache of Rallé Watches discusses the founding of Rallé Watches of Manchester, NH. Ben provided details of his…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander

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Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander joins us to highlight her recent conversations with staff and patients at the NH VA, her visit…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

ME Representative Katrina Smith on the Verbal Disagreement Between ME Governor Mile and President Trump

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ME Representative Katrina Smith discussed the trans-dysphoric male pole vaulter who won a female track meet. This issue catalyzed a…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

Planning Your Next Vacation with AAA

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Josh Gibney from AAA Travel offers advice on planning your next vacation. AAA’s professional team can help you plan the…

Tuesday, February 25, 202502/25/2025

The Constitutionality Of Elon Musk’s Email Threatening Job Terminations

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Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie joins to discuss the constitutionality Elon Musk’s email threatening job terminations, DOGE activities,…

Friday, February 21, 202502/21/2025

Eliminating Vehicle Inspection Requirements

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House Majority Leader Jason Osborne discusses the three gun measures that were debated this week and provides a preview of…

Friday, February 21, 202502/21/2025

Activities Throughout NH During the NH School Vacation

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Kris Neilsen from visitNH.gov pops in to share any activities available throughout NH during the NH School Vacation. Dog sledding,…

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