The WFEA Morning Update
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.
Thursday, March 14, 202403/14/2024
Darah Flanagan& Mark Roy 03-14-24
Darah Flanagan of Irish export promoter Bord Bia and Mark Roy of the N.H. Liquor Commission talk about the growth of Irish whiskey and the new offerings you can get in New Hampshire.
Thursday, March 14, 202403/14/2024
Executive Councilor Joe Kenney 03-14-24
Executive Councilor Joe Kenney talks about increased state funding for northern border security.
Thursday, March 14, 202403/14/2024
Chris Stinson & Amy Greene 03-14-24
Chris Stinson and Amy Greene of Live Free or Die Films share Oscar stories and tales of building a movie industry in New Hampshire.
Thursday, March 14, 202403/14/2024
Henry Herndon 03-14-24
Henry Herndon of the Community Power Coalition explains what community power is and why it’s expanding in New Hampshire.
Thursday, March 14, 202403/14/2024
Andy Sylvia 03-14-24
Manchester Ink Link reporter Andy Sylvia gives an update on Mayor Jay Ruais’ Ward 11 listening session and developments regarding the Henry Wilson School closure.
Wednesday, March 13, 202403/13/2024
Kathy Sullivan 03-13-24
Former state Democratic Party Chairman Kathy Sullivan says President Biden’s visit to New Hampshire on Monday was good for Biden, and the Democrats’ push against using the term “illegal immigrant” is largely driven by Donald Trump’s rhetoric.
Wednesday, March 13, 202403/13/2024
Peter Somssich 03-13-24
Former state Rep. Peter Somssich of Portsmouth, whose family fled Hungary in 1956, says Americans should support sovereignty for Ukraine.
Wednesday, March 13, 202403/13/2024
State Sen. Tim Lang 03-13-24
State Sen. Tim Lang gives an update on charitable gaming legislation, including his bill to let municipalities get a cut of charitable gaming revenue.
Wednesday, March 13, 202403/13/2024
Christine Fajardo 03-13-24
Manchester Alderman Christine Fajardo gives an update on the Hallsville School RFP as the city moves to find a buyer for the building.
Wednesday, March 13, 202403/13/2024
Gilles Bissonnette 03-13-24
Gilles Bissonnette, legal director of the ACLU-NH, says a bill to allow agencies and municipalities to charge for access to public records will reduce public oversight of government.
