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.

Tuesday, January 6, 202601/06/2026

Bill Alexander: 2025’s End of the Year Officer Fatalities Report

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Each year, the National Law Enforcement Officers’ Memorial Fund (nleomf.org)releases the End of the Year Officer Fatalities Report. Veteran, former…

Tuesday, January 6, 202601/06/2026

Damien Fisher: Birthday for NH’s 1776 Constitution

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Journalist Damien Fisher joins to discuss the recent ceremony to acknowledge the 250th Anniversary of New Hampshire’s First State Constitution,…

Tuesday, January 6, 202601/06/2026

Michael Graham Breaks Down the NHJournal/Praecones Analytica Poll

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President Trump is underwater in New Hampshire, but what does that mean for the midterm elections for both the Democrats…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

20th Anniversary of the New England Winter Wine Spectacular

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Mark Roy – Division Director of Marketing, Merchandising, and Warehousing, joins us to share the exciting activities that will happen…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

Executive Director Elsy Cipriani: NH Foodbank 2026 Focus

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The holidays have passed, and for many people, charitable giving is not at the forefront of their minds. NH Foodbank…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

NE Patriots Roundup: Patriots Number 2 Seed, Face Chargers in Playoffs

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WFEA and Manchester Media Group, Pete Tarrier joins the show for a rundown of the NE Patriots’ win over the…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

The Hill’s Emily Brooks: Epstein, Healthcare and a Shutdown Fight

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Congress is returning to Washington, DC, from the Christmas Holiday Break and walking into a stacked agenda that keeps growing…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

Dr. John Lappie: Venezuela, Mamdani, and NH’s First Constitution

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Was the invasion of Venezuela legal, and will it happen next? Mamdani uttered several phrases during his inauguration that may…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

Mayor Jay Ruais: Inauguration and 2026 Policy Discussions   

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Manchester, NH Mayor Jay Ruais joins The Morning Update to discuss his 2nd Inauguration and the policy points he will…

Monday, January 5, 202601/05/2026

NH Archivist Ashley Miller: Celebrating NH’s 250th Anniversary

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On January 5, 1776, the Colony of New Hampshire broke free from British rule, and in doing so, delivered the…

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