The WFEA Morning Update
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, April 30, 202504/30/2025
Landfill Regulation Draws Debate.
In On-Demand
Jeff provides an update on a recent hearing on landfill regulations and the differing opinions of New Hampshire state senators on waste management.
Wednesday, April 30, 202504/30/2025
Misreporting on NH School Funding.
In On-Demand
Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center of Public Policy Center joins WFEA’s The Morning Update to dispute a recent report incorrectly stating that NH was at the bottom of school funding. Drew helps us understand the actual funding numbers.
Wednesday, April 30, 202504/30/2025
Why Granite Staters Might Have an Issue with Real ID.
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WFEA Host Jeff Chidester shares his thoughts REALID, client-friendly hours for the NH Motor Vehicle branches, and what many municipalities miss when communicating with constituents.
Wednesday, April 30, 202504/30/2025
Helping US Drone Pilots Engage the Enemy Better.
In On-Demand
Patty Nieberg from Task & Purpose discusses the physical and mental health of our military drone pilots. The military is currently reviewing studies that could help to identify technology and treatment options that will help improve drone pilot performance.
Wednesday, April 30, 202504/30/2025
How Many Illegal Aliens are Enrolled in the NH University System…?
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NH State Representative Joseph Sweeney discusses the inquiry into the NH University System regarding potential illegal aliens enrolled as students. We also discuss Rep. Sweeney’s recent testimony before the NH Senate on sanctuary cities.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Sen. Dan Innis talks Senate budget, and his reaction to Gov. Pritzker’s speech.
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New Hampshire State Senator Dan Innis provides an update on this week’s Senate sessions related to the budget and finances. Sen. Innis also shares his observations on the tone of potential Democratic presidential candidate Gov. Pritzker’s speech during his recent NH speech.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Manchester parents respond loudly after DEI survey was distributed without notice.
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Investigative Reporter Damien Fisher joins The Morning Update to share his recent article on the controversial DEI survey distributed in an NH school without parents’ knowledge, known as The Wheel of Power and Privilege.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Supporters plan rally to celebrate Trump’s first 100 days in office.
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Trump supporter David Abare called to discuss a rally to mark the first 100 days of the Trump Presidency. The rally is open to the public and will be held on Wednesday, May 30, in Salem. We also discuss some of the reasons why David supports the President.
Tuesday, April 29, 202504/29/2025
Shrader weighs in on Trump’s first 100 days in office.
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NEC Professor Nathan Shrader shares his thoughts on the first 100 days of the Trump administration. Prof. Shrader expresses concern about the emphasis on grading the President within such a short window, when historians will reflect on the first 100 days in comparison to the entirety of the President’s term.
Monday, April 28, 202504/28/2025
Hoying highlights ‘Rhapsody in Blue.’
In On-Demand
Deanna Hoying, Executive Director of Symphony NH, shares the details of the upcoming ‘Rhapsody in Blues’ concert at the Capital Center for the Arts in Concord, NH, on May 10. The performance will feature the internationally acclaimed pianist Fei-Fej.
