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.

Wednesday, March 6, 202403/06/2024

Michael Mozer 03-06-24

New Hampshire DOT engineer Michael Mozer says $2.8 million in federal funds will help to build EV charging infrastructure in New Hampshire, but the stations won’t use state funds or be run by the state.

Wednesday, March 6, 202403/06/2024

Karen Towle 03-06-24

Karen Towle of Granite State Home Educators explains why home-school parents object to the idea that their kids should have to take state standardized tests.

Wednesday, March 6, 202403/06/2024

John Berlau 03-06-24

John Berlau, Director of Finance Policy at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, says the Biden administration’s plan to cut credit card late fees will actually hurt consumers.

Wednesday, March 6, 202403/06/2024

Rich Gulla 03-06-24

State Employees Association President Rich Gulla discusses the Dartmouth men’s basketball team’s vote to unionize, and the SEA’s endorsements in the governor’s race.

Wednesday, March 6, 202403/06/2024

Chris Ager 03-06-24

New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Chris Ager says the party will shift to fully supporting Donald Trump after Super Tuesday, but the GOP from the top down needs a message of inclusivity to attract independent voters and Nikki Haley supporters if it’s to win in the fall.

Wednesday, March 6, 202403/06/2024

Nathan Shrader 03-06-24

New England College political science professor Nate Shrader discusses Super Tuesday results and sizes up the 2024 general election now that both parties have their presumptive presidential nominees.

Tuesday, March 5, 202403/05/2024

Barry Glennon 03-05-24

State Bureau of Securities Regulation Director Barry Glennon warns of a new financial scam in which scammers build trust through friendly text messages before suggesting investment opportunities.

Tuesday, March 5, 202403/05/2024

Bill O’Brien 03-05-24

Attorney and RNC committeeman Bill O’Brien reacts to the Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling that states can’t use the 14th Amendment to keep presidential candidates off ballots.

Tuesday, March 5, 202403/05/2024

Alderman Joe Kelly Levasseur 03-05-24

Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen Chairman Joe Kelly Levasseur says proposed zoning changes might help build more housing in the city, but removing impact fees would do more.

Tuesday, March 5, 202403/05/2024

Rep. Joe Alexander 03-05-24

Rep. Joe Alexander of Goffstown gives an update on state housing reform efforts and pushes back against leftists who’ve called him a “token” for being Republican and gay.

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