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 4, 202502/04/2025

Catholic Charities of NH (CCNH) & The Services They Offer

Tom Blonski of Catholic Charities of NH (CCNH) discusses the numerous services CCNH offers, including New Generations, NH Bank, and…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Early Conversations on the NH State Budget

NH State Senator David Watters joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to discuss early conversations on the NH State Budget, the…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruias His Re-Election Announcement & Bail Reform Legislation

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruias discusses his recent reelection announcement, the recent ward meetings, and bail reform legislation.

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

The Potential Impact of Tariffs Against Canada and Mexico

Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie helps us understand the potential impact of tariffs against Canada and Mexico, the…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

The Fragile Relationship Between Congressional GOP Members and President Trump

Emily Brooks from The Hill provides an update from the GOP enclave held last week in Dorel, Florida. What did…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

The Humane Society for Greater Nashua’s campaign to help build a medical facility, training area, and additional animal care units.

The Humane Society for Greater Nashua share exciting updates about their capital campaign to help build a medical facility, training…

Friday, January 31, 202501/31/2025

Prohibiting the Housing of Illegal Immigrants in Public Schools

NH House Rep.  Juliet Harvey-Bolia explains the intent of HB71, a House Bill that would prohibit the housing of illegal…

Friday, January 31, 202501/31/2025

Berlin-Coos Country Town Hall with Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander, 2nd—CD

Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander, 2nd—CD, joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to share information on a recent economic town hall she held…

Friday, January 31, 202501/31/2025

The DEA’s Use of Arrest and Drug Confiscation Data On Future Investigations

DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge Paul Spara discusses how arrest and drug confiscation data are used to advance future…

Friday, January 31, 202501/31/2025

Democrats Break Silence On Sanctuary City Vote

During an interview on The Morning Update, Sen. Perkins Kwoka explains why all the Senate Democrats voted against the sanctuary cities legislation.

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