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Mike Gundy out as Oklahoma State head coach after 20 full seasons

Tuesday, September 23 by News 6

TULSA, Okla. - Oklahoma State University and longtime head football coach Mike Gundy have agreed to part ways after 20 full seasons, source confirmed to News On 6's John Holcomb. For the first time in two decades, the Cowboys are searching for a new head coach. OSU officials decided to move on from Gundy... Read More.

Former Vice President Mike Pence says he supports Trump’s DC takeover

Monday, August 18 by 7News-Washington

WASHINGTON (7News) — Former Vice President Mike Pence weighed in Sunday during CNN’s 'State of the Union', saying he supports President Donald Trump’s federalization of the Metropolitan Police Department and the deployment of the National Guard in D.C. “If the District of Columbia was actually a state, it would have the highest homicide rate in the... Read More.

Mike Seals Trio take the stage for a Jazzy July 10 Full Moon Concert

Tuesday, July 8 by Ponca City Now

Mike Seals Trio will headline the Full Moon Concert on Thursday, July 10 in Tonkawa Centennial Park, 301 East Grand, Tonkawa, OK. The band features Mike Seals, piano; Don Long, drums; and Lane Turgeon, bass who will entertain with jazz classics from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and beyond. Mike Seals earned his BA degree in... Read More.

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Mike Boettcher: Iran still a threat despite weakened position

Sunday, June 22 by News 6

NORMAN, Okla. - Veteran war correspondent and Ponca City, Oklahoma native Mike Boettcher says the latest developments in the Middle East mark a dangerous new chapter in U.S.-Iran tensions, with retaliation from Tehran likely. “We’re in uncharted waters right now,” Boettcher said. “No one knows for sure how Iran will respond.” Boettcher, who has reported... Read More.

Oklahoma Governor Race: Former State Sen. Mike Mazzei Announces Candidacy

Monday, March 31 by News 9

Former Oklahoma State Senator Mike Mazzei announced he is running for governor. Mazzei served as an Oklahoma State Senator, representing District 25, after winning the Republican primary election for the district in 2004. Mazzei faced no opposition from the Democratic or Independent parties. During Mazzei's time in the Senate, he pushed for tax cuts, pension reform... Read More.

Bedlam Football in the Spring? Oklahoma State Coach Mike Gundy Suggests Scrimmage Against Sooners

Thursday, March 27 by News 6

STILLWATER, Okla. - One of the biggest college football topics in 2025 has been the future of spring football. Several college football programs have canceled their traditional spring games for the 2025 season, citing various reasons such as stadium renovations, player development priorities, and concerns over transfer portal tampering. Notably, 19 Power Four programs have opted... Read More.

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OSU coach Mike Gundy agrees to restructured contract after 3-9 season

Sunday, December 8 by Ponca City Now

By CLIFF BRUNT AP Sports Writer STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Mike Gundy is coming back. Oklahoma State announced on Saturday that its longtime football coach agreed to a new deal. The restructuring comes after the Cowboys, among the preseason favorites in the Big 12, finished with a disappointing 3-9 record. A rash of injuries and problems... Read More.