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, June 16, 202306/16/2023

Damien Fisher 06-16-23

Damien Fisher, father of 10, gives Father’s Day advice.

Thursday, June 15, 202306/15/2023

Sean VanAnglen 06-15-23

Following a recent op-ed published in the Union Leader, Sean VanAnglen of Merrimack talks about why he feels it’s time for Republican voters to move on from Donald Trump.

Thursday, June 15, 202306/15/2023

Maureen Belanger 06-15-23

New Hampshire Insurance Department Chief Examiner Maureen Belanger talks about the challenges that come with making sure Insurance companies are following the latest laws and regulations. 

Thursday, June 15, 202306/15/2023

Kristen Clarke 06-15-23

Traffic Engineer for the City of Manchester Kristen Clarke talks about the efforts of RISE Manchester and work on the Pedestrian Bridge planed for Granite Street. 

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Thom Brueckner 06-14-23

Following word that we’re in the start of a new bull market, Thom Brueckner of Senior Financial Resources Inc says smart investors should pay close attention as this could lead to new lows. 

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Brian Gottlob 06-14-23

Brian Gottlob, head of New Hampshire’s Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau, says the state’s record-low unemployment rate is great news for everyone except employers.

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Walter Olson 06-14-23

Walter Olson, senior fellow at the Cato Institute, says Donald Trump got himself in serious legal jeopardy simply by not returning classified documents when asked for them.

Wednesday, June 14, 202306/14/2023

Gov. Chris Sununu 06-14-23

Gov. Chris Sununu says GOP presidential candidates need to be more aggressive in criticizing Trump over jeopardizing national security, and New Hampshire’s record-low unemployment rate shows that low taxes really do help the economy. 

Tuesday, June 13, 202306/13/2023

Michael Huelsman 06-13-23

St. Anselm College professor Michael Huelsman talks about drone technology and the college’s summer drone camp for high schoolers.

Tuesday, June 13, 202306/13/2023

Jennifer Anderson 06-13-23

Jennifer Anderson of the Laconia Motorcycle Week Association gives tips for participating in Bike Week 2023.

Recent Headlines

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A problem at Amazon's cloud computing service disrupted internet use around the world early Monday, taking down dozens of online services, including social media site Snapchat, the Roblox and Fortnite video games and chat app Signal.

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John Bolton, who served as national security adviser to President Donald Trump during his first term and later became a vocal critic of the Republican leader, was charged Thursday with storing top secret records at home and sharing with relatives diary-like notes about his time in government that contained classified information.

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Trump honoring Charlie Kirk with Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would be his 32nd birthday

President Donald Trump on Tuesday is posthumously awarding America's highest civilian honor to Charlie Kirk, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.