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.

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

Gov. Ayotte’s Inaugural speech, Concord’s DEI Consultant Hire, and Overspending At Local Schools

Michael Graham from the NH Journal covers many topics, including Gov. Ayotte’s inaugural speech, Concord’s DEI consultant hire, and overspending…

Monday, January 13, 202501/13/2025

What To Expect During the Senate Confirmation Hearing

Plymouth State University Professor Dr. John Lappie discusses what people should look for during the Senate Confirmation hearing this week…

Friday, January 10, 202501/10/2025

Community banking without any headaches or drama

CEO Josephine Moran of Ledyard Bank discussed the community approach to banking and how Ledyard approaches all aspects of banking as a financial center for personal and commercial needs.

Friday, January 10, 202501/10/2025

Insight on the Kearsarge decision from State Sen. Dan Innis.

NH State Senator Dan Innis discusses the points made at the recent Kearsarge public meeting on the school budget. How much should schools spend per student, and should districts audit their budget, processes, and administrator to the teach-student ratio? 

Friday, January 10, 202501/10/2025

A better understand of New Hampshire’s Interest and Dividends tax.

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy shares his latest article, which focuses on burdensome NH regulations and their adverse effect on our state economy. Drew also summarizes the repeal of the NH interest and dividends income tax.

Friday, January 10, 202501/10/2025

How acupuncture can offer women added help with feminine-rated health issues.

Dr.Kristen Markwith from Trend Acupuncture discusses ways acupuncture can help patients with feminine-rated health issues. Dr. Markwith and Jeff discuss including acupuncture as part of the exercise program. The Doctor also answered a listener’s question.

Thursday, January 9, 202501/09/2025

Sen Chuck Schumer Attacking Trump’s Statement on ‘The Gulf of America,’

WFEA’s The Morning Update Host shares audio of Sen Chuck Schumer attacking Trump’s statement on ‘The Gulf of America,’ and…

Thursday, January 9, 202501/09/2025

Media Attacks on Trump and the Chaos Surrounding the California Fires

Radio Host and conservative thought leader Grace Curley previews her upcoming show. She also discusses the media attacks on Trump and the chaos surrounding the California fires.

Thursday, January 9, 202501/09/2025

Economic Policies That Need To Be Considered With The Incoming Trump Administration

Independent Women’s Forum Economic Expert Patrice Onwuka discusses economic policies that need to be considered with the incoming Trump Administration.…

Thursday, January 9, 202501/09/2025

Futurecast 2025

Matthew Mowry and Christine Carignan from Business NH Magazine discuss the key points of their interview with NH’s new Governor,…

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