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.

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NH Metro News Updates with Andy Sylvia

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Reporter Andy Sylvia of Manchester Ink Link provides the final details of the city budget approval. Andy briefly discusses the…

Thursday, June 5, 202506/05/2025

NH Veterans Home Series: Volunteer Activities

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NH Veterans Home Profile: Patty Copeland and Heather Sparano As WFEA continues its series on the NH Veterans Home, we…

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Chinese Nationals Smuggling Dangerous Biological Pathogens

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China Expert Steve Yates joins The Morning Update for a deep dive into the recent detention of two Chinese nationals…

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Jeff’s Commentary on Senator Hassan

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WFEA’s The Morning Update, hosted by Jeff Chidester, highlights audio of NH Senator Maggie Hassan questioning legal counsel candidates-nominees for…

Wednesday, June 4, 202506/04/2025

Drew Cline: Clarity on School Spending and the Result of that Spent Money

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Education and economic expert Drew Cline, from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, joins to discuss a recent study…

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Dr. Kristen Markwith: Tingling feet, Office Related Injuries, and Dental Office Anxiety

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Dr. Markwith from Trend Acupuncture joins us to answer questions from our listeners on a lack of energy, dealing with…

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NH Veteran Home Profile: Maureen Campbell-Recreation Therapy Supervisor

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We continue our monthly profile of the team at the NH Veterans Home in Tilton. In this segment, we feature…

Wednesday, June 4, 202506/04/2025

Patty Nieberg: Blood Drones and Forever Chemicals on Military Bases

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Reporter Patty Nieberg from Task & Pushares shares two critical stories. The first reports on a bill in Congress to…

Wednesday, June 4, 202506/04/2025

Thom Brueckner: Expert Analysis on OBBB and Geopolitical Concerns

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Radio Host and financial expert Thom Brueckner joins us to discuss how both domestic and geopolitical issues are affecting our…

Wednesday, June 4, 202506/04/2025

Grace Curley: ICE Raids, Flame Thrower Attack, and Democratic Outreach

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Conservative thought leader and nationally syndicated radio host Grace Curley joins us to share her keen insights on the ICE…

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