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, September 17, 202409/17/2024

Damien Fisher 09-17-24

Damien Fisher, reporter for New Hampshire Journal and InDepthNH.Org joins the Morning Update to talk about the Goffstown’s handling of school lunch debt and the recent controversial closing of the Lionheart school.

Tuesday, September 17, 202409/17/2024

Nathan Shrader 09-17-24

New England College Professor Nathan Shrader discusses the meaning behind National Constitution Day and the impact that the current dialogue is having on youth voters.

Tuesday, September 17, 202409/17/2024

Chris Ager 09-17-24

New Hampshire GOP Chair Chris Ager talks to WFEA’s The Morning Update about the aggressive political rhetoric permeating the current election cycle.

Monday, September 16, 202409/16/2024

Bob Coates 09-16-24

Eversource President Bob Coates discusses a special event for New Hampshire Veterans that will be held at Eversource Energy Park. 

Monday, September 16, 202409/16/2024

Ron Cote 09-16-24

This week’s local Business Spotlight features Ron Cote of Cote Electric who stops by to talk about the essential household need for a power generator. Ron also addresses a number of frequently asked questions such as cost, and their consultative approach, installation process, and service.

Monday, September 16, 202409/16/2024

Emily Hill 09-16-24

Congressional Reporter for The Hill Emily Brooks, updates WFEA’s The Morning Show listeners on the funding impasse that Congress is trying to resolve before a government shutdown.

Monday, September 16, 202409/16/2024

Phyllis Woods & Ian Houytte 09-16-24

Former NH House Representative Phyllis Woods and Cornerstone Legal Council Ian Houyatte discuss the Safe Baby Haven legislation. What is it, and how does this legislation protect newborn babies?

Monday, September 16, 202409/16/2024

Professor John Lappie 09-16-24

Plymouth State University Political Science Professor John Lappie joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to offer observations and advice on how we as a community can mitigate extreme political rhetoric.

Friday, September 13, 202409/13/2024

Emily Brooks 09-13-24

Hill Reporter Emily Brooks, talks about the current battle over the continual resolution to fund the federal government into 2025. What is delaying it… and will the GOP leadership be able to move the resolution to a vote? 

Friday, September 13, 202409/13/2024

Kris Nielsen 09-13-24

Kris Nielsen from Visit NH.org shares some remarkable, scenic routes with incredible views and exciting things to do throughout New Hampshire. Kris also talks about upcoming events over the next few weeks.

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