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, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Elliot and B.J. Perry 05-24-24

Elliot and B.J. Perry of the Elliot Perry Foundation discuss the foundation’s new Victory Garden initiative to help veterans and the needy.

Friday, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Professor John Lappie 05-24-24

Plymouth State University political scientist John Lappie says the Biden team missed an opportunity with its visit to New Hampshire this week.

Friday, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Greg Moore 05-24-24

Greg Moore from Americans For Prosperity-NH gives a primer on the Pine Tree Riot and the left’s effort to cancel the pine tree flag.

Friday, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Michael Graham 05-24-24

Michael Graham from New Hampshire Journal questions U.S. Rep. Annie Kuster’s claim that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito must recuse himself for flying a colonial-era flag with roots in Weare, N.H., which she represents in Congress.

Friday, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Phil Taub 05-24-24

Phil Taub of Swim with a Mission reminds us on Memorial Day weekend of the sacrifices made to keep America free.

Friday, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Patrick Murphy 05-24-24

Hampton Beach Chief Lifeguard Patrick Murphy gives tips for how to enjoy the beach this summer.

Friday, May 24, 202405/24/2024

Zach Azem 05-24-24

Zach Azem of the UNH Survey Center breaks down their latest poll showing Trump and Biden in a statistical tie in New Hampshire.

Thursday, May 23, 202405/23/2024

Lt. Eric Kinsman 05-23-24

Lt. Eric Kinsman of the Portsmouth Police Department and the N.H. Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force says a 275% increase of reported online incidents against children has the task force warning parents and children of how to thwart predators.

Thursday, May 23, 202405/23/2024

State Sen. Keith Murphy 05-23-24

Sen. Keith Murphy says Manchester and Nashua have more than their share of recovery houses for the state and other communities need to allow them too.

Thursday, May 23, 202405/23/2024

Rob Roper 05-23-24

Vermont journalist Rob Roper describes Howard Dean’s flirtation with running for governor and how Vermont is raising health insurance costs for everyone.

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