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A cold weather advisory has been issued for the Orono area.
Cold Weather Advisory in Effect for Orono Area
President Sheinbaum, President Trump, and Prime Minister Trudeau
Trump Pauses Tariffs on Neighboring Countries
School is closed tomorrow, January 21st.
School Canceled January 21st Due to Cold Weather
Trees covered in snow
Cold Weather Advisory Issued for Orono Area
Daniel Bremer (GRD: 10 Weight Class: 152LBS) prepares to roll his opponent into submission.
Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Mound Westonka
The Vince Lombardi trophy and the helmets Chiefs' and Eagles' helmets
Super Bowl Showdown: Eagles, Chiefs Face Off This Sunday
A person Nordic Skiing
Nordic Skiing: The Thrill of Outdoor Adventures in Minnesota’s Winter
Bennett Williams (WC: 114LBS) lunges for his opponent.
Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Watertown Mayer
Parker Burckhardt catches the ball.
State Semifinals Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs Totino Grace
The Orono Spartans line up against Mound.
Photo Gallery: Orono vs Mound Football Game
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono football lines up against Providence Academy.
Orono Routs Providence 24-13 in Friday Night Showdown
Daniel Bremer (GRD: 10 Weight Class: 152LBS) prepares to roll his opponent into submission.
Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Mound Westonka
Daniel Bremer takes his opponent to the mat displaying impressive strength in the moment.
Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Andover
Head Coach Hall gives instructions to his team before their first game for the season.
Orono Boys Hockey Team Gears Up for Exciting Season Ahead
Spartan Excellence: Recap of OHS Winter Sports Season 2024
Spartan Excellence: Recap of OHS Winter Sports Season 2024
(From left to right) Sindri Bonner, Taylor Walsh, Alivia Uselding, and Ryanne Andreen pose after winning their 4x800 race.
Making a Stride Into the 2024 OHS Track and Field Season
Mens and Womens Lacrosse Look Ahead to an Exciting Season
Mens and Womens Lacrosse Look Ahead to an Exciting Season
With winter sports coming to a successful end of their seasons, OHS can look forward to spring sports kicking off!
Spring Sports Spring into Action
The Boys' Tennis Team shakes hands with Wayzata after their section final win.
Orono Boys Tennis Wins Sections
OHS students can choose between Spanish, German, and Chinese for world languages.
Which Language Class?
Junior Reece Herrera working on homework
Homework: is it Necessary?
The Spartan Closet
What is the Spartan Closet?
Finals Week is this week.
Guide to Finals Week: Schedule, Study Tips, and More
The Orono senior parking lot
Parking Perils at Orono: Let’s Number Those Spots!
Letter to the Editor: Orono Should Not Purchase New Computers
Letter to the Editor: Orono Should Not Purchase New Computers
Timothée Chalamet plays Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown."
Run To Movies Now and Watch Bob Dylan Biopic: “A Complete Unknown”
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: The Dell R630 Proves Its Value
Timothée Chalamet plays Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown."
Run To Movies Now and Watch Bob Dylan Biopic: “A Complete Unknown”
Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt discuss a game.
Tom Brady’s New Role as Broadcaster Splits Opinions
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: The Dell R630 Proves Its Value
Tacos By the Bay: Lago Tacos Packs a Punch
Tacos By the Bay: Lago Tacos Packs a Punch
Daniel Bremer (GRD: 10 Weight Class: 152LBS) prepares to roll his opponent into submission.
Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Mound Westonka
Test your skills in this Valentine's Day-themed word search!
Valentine’s Day 2025 Word Search
Bennett Williams (WC: 114LBS) lunges for his opponent.
Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Watertown Mayer
New Years fireworks
January 2025 Crossword
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Photo Gallery: Wrestling at Watertown Mayer

Byline photo of Nicolas Pasulka
Nicolas Pasulka, Sports Photographer • January 20, 2025
Wrestling captains Brett Kiecker (center-left) and Jacob Rodgers (center-right) shake hands with the opposing team captains before the start of the dual. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Captain Brett Kiecker gives a pre-dual talk to inspire his teammates. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Brady Mccon (GRD: 11 Weight Class: 152LBS) looks at the camera as he pins his opponent. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Daniel Bremer (JV) gets his face pushed as he attempts to pin his opponent. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Nash Erstad (GRD:11 WC:215LBS) smiles as he submits his opponent, gaining 6 points for the team.
Tae Raidy (JV) pins his opponent to the mat. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Bennett Williams (GRD:8 WC:121LBS) lunges for his opponent. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Brett Kiecker(GRD: 11 WC:114LBS) stares at the camera as he pins his opponent securing the win and 6 points for the team. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Tate Kracht (GRD: 11 WC: 172) snaps his opponent to the mat. (Nicolas Pasulka)
Dash Tietz (GRD:8 WC:121LBS) shakes hands with his opponent before the match.

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Nicolas Pasulka
Nicolas Pasulka, Sports Photographer
Hello, I'm Nic Pasulka, I am a sports photographer for Spartan Speaks. I'm a junior here at OHS who moved from Los Alamos, New Mexico. I'm passionate about photography, Nuclear science, and politics. In my free time, I enjoy working out. training for sports, and playing with my cats.