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.

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

The Dartmouth—CHaD ‘Battle of the Badges’ Hockey Game

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Captain Daniel Conley from the Goffstown Police Department joins WFEA to discuss the Dartmouth—CHaD ‘Battle of the Badges’ hockey game…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

Misconceptions About Legislation to Eliminate Vehicle Inspections in NH (HB649)

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Rep. Tom Walsh, Chairman of the House Transportation Committee, joins to discuss and clear up any misconceptions about legislation to…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

New Hampshire’s Maple Season and all of the Incredible Activities

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NH March Madness is all about NH’s liquid gold- Maple Syrup. Kris Neilsen from visitNH-dot-gov joins us to discuss maple…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

Out-Of-State Students Voting in NH Elections

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NEC Professor Nathan Shrader and WFEA Host Jeff Chidester have an informative and civil conversation on out-of-state students voting in…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

Top Five Stories of the Week

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WFEA’s The Morning Update hosts Jeff Chidester and Producer Tom Novak kick off the conversation by discussing top five stories, daylight…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

A Comedic View of This Week’s News

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Political Satirist and Comedian Karl Zahn offers a comedic view of this week’s news, including President Trump’s speech to Congress,…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

Who Has The Best Pizza in the Manchester Metro Area

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Andy Sylvia from Manchester Ink Link talks about the Manchester Mayor’s race, ICE-Manchester Police Department cooperation, and who has the…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

The Affordable Housing Crisis Affecting Rural New Hampshire

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We have a poignant conversation with Christine Carignan and reporter Scott Merrill on the affordable housing crisis affecting rural New…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

This Week In Audio with Nicole Silverio

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Nicole Silverio, Media Expert for the Daily Caller News Foundation, shares the big audio of the week, including WH Press…

Friday, March 7, 202503/07/2025

The Need to Renew the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

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Economic expert Patrice Onwoka, Director of the Center for Economic Opportunity—Independent Women’s Forum, shares small business success stories and explains…

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