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.

Monday, November 13, 202311/13/2023

Pat Hynes 11-13-23

Political consultant and N.H. Sunday News columnist Pat Hynes lists three challenges for the Republican Party right now.

Friday, November 10, 202311/10/2023

Jeff Nelson 11-10-23

Jeff Nelson talks about how the Liberty House is helping veterans regain control of their lives.

Friday, November 10, 202311/10/2023

Phil Taub 11-10-23

Swim With a Mission Founder Phil Taub talks about how he’s helping raise awareness to help veterans. 

Thursday, November 9, 202311/09/2023

Sen.Judd Gregg 11-09-23

Former U.S. Sen. Judd Gregg discusses Joe Biden’s age and shift to the left, the Republican Party’s shift toward big government, and why he likes Nikki Haley for president.

Thursday, November 9, 202311/09/2023

Professor Dante Scala 11-09-23

UNH Political Science Professor Dante Scala says the third Republican presidential debate didn’t do much to change the race, but Jay Ruais’ election as Manchester mayor could change the way candidates campaign in the city.

Thursday, November 9, 202311/09/2023

Gov. Doug Burgum 11-09-23

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum criticizes the RNC for using its debate rules to reduce the influence of the early primary states, says it’s an easy call for the U.S. to support both Israel and Ukraine, and discusses the possibility of riding a horse into the next debate.

Thursday, November 9, 202311/09/2023

State Rep. Tom Mannion 11-09-23

State Rep. Tom Mannion discusses his bill to legalize ownership of kangaroos, otters, monkeys and other wild animals.

Wednesday, November 8, 202311/08/2023

Mayor-Elect Jay Ruias 11-08-23

Manchester mayor-elect Jay Ruais says his first task is to talk with Mayor Joyce Craig, aldermen, school board members and department heads to set concrete goals for his first year.

Wednesday, November 8, 202311/08/2023

Gov. Chris Sununu 11-08-23

Gov. Chris Sununu says Republicans statewide can learn a lot from Jay Ruais’ win in Manchester.

Wednesday, November 8, 202311/08/2023

Jake Bowen 11-08-23

Jake Bowen of Manchester Firing Line debunks some of the misconceptions about the popular AR-15 rifle.

Recent Headlines

2 days ago in National

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.

2 days ago in National, Trending

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.