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, January 24, 202401/24/2024

Drew Cline & Matt Gagnon 01-24-24

Matt Gagnon from WGAN in Portland, Maine, and Drew Cline discuss the results of the NH presidential primary.

Wednesday, January 24, 202401/24/2024

Dante Scala 01-24-24

UNH Political Science Professor Dante Scala breaks down the NH primary results and what they mean for Trump & Biden going forward.

Tuesday, January 23, 202401/23/2024

Vivek Ramaswamy 01-23-24

Former Republican Presidental hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy offers his perspective on the New Hampshire Primary and says Donald Trump will come away with a decisive win.

Monday, January 22, 202401/22/2024

Gov.Chris Sununu 01-22-24

Gov.Chris Sununu talks about how the Republican party no longer belongs to former President Donald Trump and why Nikki Haley is the conservative choice voters want.

Monday, January 22, 202401/22/2024

Nikki Haley 01-22-24

Republican Presidential hopeful and former South Carolina Governor Niki Haley shares her message with voters looking for a new candidate following Ron DeSantis’ departure. 

Monday, January 22, 202401/22/2024

Drew Cline, Matt Gagnon & Michael Graham 01-22-24

With the New Hampshire Primary a day away Drew Cline along with Matt Gagnon of WGAN and Michael Graham of New Hampshire Journal broadcast live from Radio Row and talk about the impact New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has had on Nikki Haley’s campaign.

Friday, January 19, 202401/19/2024

Crissy Kantor 01-19-24

Manchester Alderman Crissy Kantor says it was hurtful to be accused of wrongdoing when trying to learn about a city-funded homeless shelter and provide proper oversight.

Friday, January 19, 202401/19/2024

Christina Fitzpatrick from AARP 01-19-24

Christina Fitzpatrick of AARP New Hampshire says their voter guide can help people understand how to vote in the New Hampshire primary with ease.

Friday, January 19, 202401/19/2024

Josh Gibney 01-19-24

Josh Gibney of AAA Travel in Manchester discusses cruise options for couples, friends and families.

Friday, January 19, 202401/19/2024

Mayor Jay Ruais 01-19-24

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais says the city’s taken leadership on providing services for homeless individuals, he’s learning about city services by doing a lot of the jobs himself, and aldermen are right to take a closer look at school plans.

Recent Headlines

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US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support, AP learns

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking the U.S. passports of thousands of parents who owe a significant amount of unpaid child support. The department told The Associated Press on Thursday that the revocations would begin Friday and be focused on those who owe $100,000 or more.

2 days ago in National

A note a former cellmate says he found after Epstein’s suspected suicide attempt is released

A note Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate claimed he found after the millionaire sex offender's first suspected jail suicide attempt was made public Wednesday, years after being sealed and locked in a courthouse vault as part of an unrelated legal dispute.

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Clarence Thomas becomes the second longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history

The first baby boomer on the Supreme Court hit a milestone on Thursday, becoming the second-longest serving justice in history at a time when his influence has never seemed greater.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after Apple agrees to settle case for $250 million

Owners of some iPhones are in line to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company on Tuesday reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for false advertising of its artificial intelligence capabilities.

4 days ago in National, Trending

USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips

The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.