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, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Sen. Sullivan on how Education Freedom Accounts will benefit kids in both public and private schools

In On-Demand

State Senator Victoria Sullivan of Manchester sits down with guest host Drew Cline to talk about her bill on Education Freedom Accounts which recently cleared the legislator. 

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

How races and charities are helping Northeast Delta Dental fuel its ability to give back

In On-Demand

Tom Raffio talks about Northeast Delta Dental’s iconic Mt. Washington Road Race happening on June 14th and how NDD is continuing to help Veterans get the proper dental health they need.  

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Strandson highlights how Pinnacle Mortage is offering consumers more choices and how they’re giving back to the community

In On-Demand

Guest host Drew Cline chats with Kurt Strandson from Pinnacle Mortage and how they’re offering people options when it comes securing a mortgage while also supporting their local community. Kurt also talks about their upcoming Country Fest happening June 21st at the Bonfire in Manchester. 

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Graham talks about how New Hampshire’s Congressional Delegation refuses to openly share their beliefs

In On-Demand

Guest Drew Cline chats with Michael Graham of New Hampshire Journal on how members of the state’s congressional delegation won’t offer firm responses on where they stand when it comes to issues like immigration. 

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

How the Manchester Animal Shelter is helping the community.

In On-Demand

Guest host Ginger Munson talks with Michael Constance, Executive Director for the Manchester Animal Shelter about what’s going on at the shelter and how those interested can help out.

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Lovley shares new ways to stay active and live a healthier life

In On-Demand

Guest host Ginger Munson chats with registered Dietitian and certified Life Coach   Kim Lovley on how regular activities in your day to day could end up making a bigger impact in your overall health. 

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Professor Lappie frames the political challenges facing Americans

In On-Demand

Plymouth State University Professor John Lappie  and guest host Ginger Munson talk about the latest headlines impacting the political world.

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Could China’s Xi Jinping be on his way out…?

In On-Demand

Ambassador Greg Slayton talks about the internal conflict happening within the CCP and how China’s currently leader could be replaced within the next 60 days.

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

Johnson alludes there could be a follow up to Trump’s “one big beautiful bill”

In On-Demand

The Hill’s Emily Brooks talks about her recent article in which House Speaker Johnson teases that additional legislation may be on the way. 

Monday, June 9, 202506/09/2025

The State’s top players gear up for Dartmouth Health Children’s NH East-West All Star Football Game

In On-Demand

Guest host Drew Cline chats with Coaches Kip Jackson and Steve Abraham about Darthmouth Heatlh Children’s New Hampshire East-West All Star Football game happening on Friday June 27th at St. Anselm College.

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