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, June 10, 202506/10/2025

Why Did It Take So Long for Cali To Respond To The Riots?

In On-Demand

Recognized policy expert in crime control, national security, immigration and homeland security Cully Stimson talks about the events in Los Angeles and how Gov. Gavin Newsom is incorrect in his assertion that President Trump’s actions are not an indication of the Inserection Act.

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

Michael Graham: Are NH Democrats Offering ‘Legal’ Advice to Illegal Immigration

In On-Demand

New Hampshire Journal’s Michael Graham talks illegal immigrants, and why he feels President Trump’s handling the riots in Los Angeles will end up having a positive impact and calls out New Hampshire Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander for posting content online dedicated to helping illegals deal with ICE.

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

Fisher talks the Stone case and his numerous firings

In On-Demand

Reporter Damien Fisher talks about his latest story on Sullivan County GOP Chair John Sullivan and his failed appeal to the Vermont State Supreme Court over an appeal of his firing from a prison. 

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

Sen. Innis calls Education funding an investment, not an expense

In On-Demand

As the session winds down, State Senator Dan Innis chats with guest host George Hansle about the Committees Conference and the challenges their facing. Innis also talks education costs, stressing the importance of higher education, calling it an investment in the state.

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

Cline on the challenges facing folks in the Granite State

In On-Demand

Guest host George Hansel chats with Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy about some of the challenges residents are facing ranging from housing to education funding. 

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

Bartlet offers insight on the new media choices available to viewers

In On-Demand

Guest host George Hansel chats with Darby Field’s Advisors Matt Barlet on a number of situations, impacting the country including how new media is impacting viewers.  

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

How the landscape is shifting in Higher Education

In On-Demand

President of New England College Wayne Lesperance offers his insight on how the mindset is shifting in the world of Higher Education and how some schools are working to accommodate students with 2 and 3 year degrees. 

Tuesday, June 10, 202506/10/2025

New London Optometrist highlights legislation which would end up save people money

In On-Demand

Dr.Dorothy Hitchmoth talks about her proposed bill HB349 which looks to allow optometrist the ability to perform certain laser procedures and save the Healthcare system money. 

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.  

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