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.

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

Cline sheds light on Housing legislation currently up for discussion at the State House.

In On-Demand

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy highlights the double-digit pieces of housing legislation currently being discussed at the State House. Drew highlights the last time the state reviewed our zoning and building codes.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

How universal Education Freedom Accounts could become a reality.

In On-Demand

State Rep. Valerie McConnell discusses education Bill HB115, which creates universal education accounts, and other legislation she is considering for future sessions.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Positive Economic signs and effects the national pushback on DEI is having on companies.

In On-Demand

NH State Senator Dan Innis discusses the 2026 election, the economy’s positive signs, and the effects of the national pushback on DEI programs are having on companies.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Goodlander talks joint actions against DODGE and standing up for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

In On-Demand

New Hampshire Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander talks about a joint action taken with other congressional members to address the DODGE effects on shipbuilding, which includes activities at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Better understanding Right to Know from the professionals.

In On-Demand

Damien Fisher succeeded in an upcoming seminar hosted by In-Depth-NH on the difficulty and resistance many in the media encounter when attempting to use a Freedom of Information request.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Shrader on the hurdles Democrats are facing and trying to better understand the use of the Enemies Sedition Act.

In On-Demand

New England College Professor Nahan Shrader discusses the lack of unity within the Democratic Party and how that may affect the NH 2026 US Senate Race. He also discusses his thoughts on the Trump administration’s use of the 1798/1917 A Enemies Sedition.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Are Democrats even trying anymore…?

In On-Demand

WFEA’s The Morning Update host Jeff Chidester discusses recent polls that suggest 77% of Democrats want to be elected ‘fighters,’ even if “nothing gets done (other than resistance).” Jeff provides commentary.

Monday, March 17, 202503/17/2025

Sen. Victoria Sullivan on how to better understand EFAs and the need for education spending transparency

In On-Demand

NH State Senator Victoria Sullivan joins us to discuss several key topics related to education. Se. Sullivan helps us to understand Education Freedom Accounts, the need for education spending transparency at the local level, and cross-district school options.

Monday, March 17, 202503/17/2025

Tips for stress-free travel with Sean McGorry and how pick a vacation destination you’ll never forget.

In On-Demand

Travel expert Sean McGorry from Attentive Travel Agency—attentivetravelagency.com—shares trips for stress-free travel planning and great destinations that will make your next vacation one to remember.

Monday, March 17, 202503/17/2025

How Candidates and Citizens may want to approach elections.

In On-Demand

Former Mayor of Keene and New Hampshire entrepreneur George Hansel and At-large School Board member Jim O’Connell come together to discuss the NH US Senate race, what candidates should consider when running for office, and how candidates and citizens should approach municipal elections.

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