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 4, 202603/04/2026

NH Orthopedics Centers: Staying Healthy with Sport Medicine

In On-Demand

All too often, we ignore the nagging pain that may be related to our sports and athletic activities, failing to…

Wednesday, March 4, 202603/04/2026

Drew Cline: Will NH Accept an Income Tax?

In On-Demand

A group of prominent Democrats convened a press conference, led by an income tax advocate, Andru Volinsky, before the State…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Speaker Pro Tem Jim Kofalt: Positive Legislation on Affordability, Education, and More

In On-Demand

This has been one of the busier NH House Sessions on record, and the NH House members have addressed approximately…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Former US Attorney Jay Town: Why the Actions in Iran Were Needed

In On-Demand

As the recent joint military actions by the USA-Israel against Iran continue, Marine Major, former United States Attorney, and currently…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

NH State Sen. Dan Innis: An Income Tax IS a TERRIBLE Idea

In On-Demand

Andru Volinsky, a former NH Executive Counselor and perennial income tax advocate, is pushing a new income tax plan in…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Damien Fisher: NH DOS Settles $200,000 Sexual Harassment Suit

In On-Demand

Journalist Damien Fisher joins the show to share his story about the recent settlement of a sexual harassment lawsuit against…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Michael Graham: Reflections on Iran and a Proposed Income Tax in NH

In On-Demand

For a generation, Iran’s hostilities against the USA and Israel have been constant. With the recent attacks on Iran, Americans…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Jeff’s Morning Monologue – 030226: Operation Epic Fury

In On-Demand

The Morning Update Host, Jeff Chidester, provides analysis of the joint Israeli-USA military action on Iran. This segment features up-to-date…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Grappone Commercial Services: Brandon Boyton

In On-Demand

We are joined by Grappone Ford Commercial Fleet Team Lead Brandon Boyton to discuss the consultative approach that helps small…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruai: School Budget Conversations

In On-Demand

Mayor Jay Ruais calls into the show to provide an update on the Manchester School District budget conversation. We also…

Recent Headlines

2 days ago in National

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.

4 days ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

4 days ago in National

Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.

6 days ago in National

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.

6 days ago in National

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.