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, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Former US Attorney Jay Town: Why the Actions in Iran Were Needed

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As the recent joint military actions by the USA-Israel against Iran continue, Marine Major, former United States Attorney, and currently…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

NH State Sen. Dan Innis: An Income Tax IS a TERRIBLE Idea

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Andru Volinsky, a former NH Executive Counselor and perennial income tax advocate, is pushing a new income tax plan in…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Damien Fisher: NH DOS Settles $200,000 Sexual Harassment Suit

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Journalist Damien Fisher joins the show to share his story about the recent settlement of a sexual harassment lawsuit against…

Tuesday, March 3, 202603/03/2026

Michael Graham: Reflections on Iran and a Proposed Income Tax in NH

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For a generation, Iran’s hostilities against the USA and Israel have been constant. With the recent attacks on Iran, Americans…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Jeff’s Morning Monologue – 030226: Operation Epic Fury

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The Morning Update Host, Jeff Chidester, provides analysis of the joint Israeli-USA military action on Iran. This segment features up-to-date…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Grappone Commercial Services: Brandon Boyton

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We are joined by Grappone Ford Commercial Fleet Team Lead Brandon Boyton to discuss the consultative approach that helps small…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Manchester Mayor Jay Ruai: School Budget Conversations

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Mayor Jay Ruais calls into the show to provide an update on the Manchester School District budget conversation. We also…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

The Hill’s Emily Brooks: Congressional Response to Operation Epic Fury

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Congressional Reporter Emily Brooks from The Hill joins us to discuss the response regarding the recent attack on Iran by…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

CBS Reporter Robert Berger: On the Ground in Jerusalem

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Award-winning CBS journalist Robert Berger joins us from Jerusalem to talk about his observations on the ground in Israel. Robert…

Monday, March 2, 202603/02/2026

Taylor Hathorn: Operation Epic Fury – Cyber Attack Concerns

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Cybersecurity, policy, public relations, Taylor Hathorn joins us to discuss the situation in Iran after the last 48 hours of…

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