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July 13, 2023
ESPN lays off 20 Top Commentators
By Rodney Haltom sports EDITOR

About 20 of ESPN network’s top on-air talent found out they would be laid off last week. ESPN is owned by Disney.

Here is the list of those reported to be departing, some of whom had been previously announced: Jeff Van Gundy Jalen Rose Keyshawn Johnson Max Kellerman Suzy Kolber Chris Chelios Matt Hasselbeck Steve Young Rob Ninkovich Neil Everett Ashley Brewer Joon Lee LaPhonso Ellis Todd McShay Jordan Cornette Jason Fitz David Pollack Keyshawn Johnson, a former NFL player who had co-hosted ESPN Radio’s national morning show in one of many chapters in a 16-year run on ESPN, is also among those leaving. Also out is Max Kellerman, Johnson’s radio co-host as well as host of This Just In and formerly Stephen A. Smith’s longtime sparring partner on daily morning TV staple First Take. Suzy Kolber, a 27-year veteran of ESPN who most recently hosted Monday Night Countdown and College Game Day host David Pollack.

After peaking at about 100 million households a decade ago, the network reported reaching 74 million homes in 2022, depriving it of significant distribution revenue. Apart from events like college football, the NFL and the NBA, which have seen robust ratings, linear tune-in has been declining for all traditional networks as more viewers turn to streaming.

3 generations of Freemasonry
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3 generations of Freemasonry
January 1, 2026
The Killingsworths boasts of three generations of Freemasonry and were more than proud when their third family member, Tylor Killingsworth, made Worshipful Master this past month. Andy Killingsworth w...
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2025: A Year in Review
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2025: A Year in Review
January 1, 2026
As we look back on 2025, our hearts are full of gratitude for the opportunity to tell the stories of McIntosh County. Each week, it has been our privilege to shine a light on the people who make this ...
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Steele pleads guilty to robbery
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Steele pleads guilty to robbery
By JERRY FINK MANAGING EDITOR 
January 1, 2026
Dallas Allen Steele, 38, Checotah, has pled guilty to robbery with a weapon and possession of a firearm after a former felony conviction. On Dec. 10, Associate District Judge Brendon Bridges sentenced...
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A lost yearbook finds its way home after decades
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A lost yearbook finds its way home after decades
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 1, 2026
What began as a routine cleanup turned into a meaningful reunion when Greg Campbell discovered a longlost high school yearbook and set out to return it to its rightful owner. While cleaning up a house...
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We all need Jesus
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We all need Jesus
January 1, 2026
Another year around the sun and as I turned 57 on Dec. 30 I realize that no matter how old we get – we all need Jesus. Though the world may label us old, out dated or off our rockers, the truth is wit...
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A very busy 2025 for children
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A very busy 2025 for children
By JOE DORMAN, OICA CEO 
January 1, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY – It is hard to believe that 2025 has come to an end. For those of us at the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA), I must say that our work felt incredibly important this year wi...
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Merit vs. equity in college football
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Merit vs. equity in college football
January 1, 2026
Now that the playoffs are set, it’s worth taking a moment to understand the flaws and biases built into the college football ranking system. While fairness may be an interesting word, I’m someone who ...
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Bear Arms Mfg. opens its doors
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Bear Arms Mfg. opens its doors
By LADONNA RHODES STAFF WRITER 
January 1, 2026
Bear Arms Manufacturing opened their doors in December with the Checotah Chamber of Commerce hosting a ribbon-cutting on Dec. 22. The business, located at 301 W. Gentry, is owned and operated by Barre...
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Eufaula and Checotah compete with the best in the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Athletic Association (OSSAA) State Track and Field meet at Plainview High School
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Eufaula and Checotah compete with the best in the Oklahoma Secondary Schools Athletic Association (OSSAA) State Track and Field meet at Plainview High School
January 1, 2026
The Eufaula Ironheads and Checotah Wildcats competed in the OSSAA State Track and Field meet Friday at Plainview High School. Eufaula Freshman Leah Green finished 11th in the state in the Class 4A 200...
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Oktaha Lady Tigers win Class 2A State Fast-Pitch Softball Championship
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Oktaha Lady Tigers win Class 2A State Fast-Pitch Softball Championship
January 1, 2026
The Oktaha Lady Tigers made history twice this season. After battling through 16 innings in a 1-0 win over Pocola, tying for the third-longest game in state fast-pitch history. Oktaha achieved their d...
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Oklahoma State fires Mike Gundy
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Oklahoma State fires Mike Gundy
January 1, 2026
Oklahoma State University head football coach Mike Gundy has been fired after more than two decades at the helm of the Cowboys, the school announced Tuesday. The move ends a tenure that once positione...
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