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Unity Week is this week; read on to find out how the Unified Club is promoting kindness with fun activities throughout the week.
Choose Kindness: Unified Club Fights Bullying With Unity Day
Last year's seniors Henry Jackson and Kai Reidy give blood during last year's fall blood drive.
Details for Fall Blood Drive Revealed — Including This Major Change
The OHS band plays during the Homecoming parade.
Plans Revealed for Homecoming Events in Case of Storms
The Orono student section waves a flag during the 2024 Homecoming Football game.
Guide to Homecoming Week 2025
Charlie Kirk making a speech for Turning Point USA
Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Assassinated at Campus Event in Utah
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) tries to avoid a tackle from Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson (55) during the first half Sunday in Minneapolis.
Vikings Tumble to 3-3 in Loss Against the Eagles
Sophomore Eddie Loberg, senior Cooper Munsch, and senior Gabe Hallen lead the race at the Twilight 5K.
Running Toward State: Cross Country Gears Up for Section Showdown
Senior Lauren Elam winds up to serve against Chaska during a match on September 25.
“Yeah Baby!” — Girls Tennis Finishes Impressive Season After Sections Loss
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in London, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.
Vikings Pull Out Fourth Quarter Win in London
The Orono Boys Soccer Team huddles before a game.
Boys Soccer Eyes State Tournament, Despite Injuries
Sophomore Eddie Loberg, senior Cooper Munsch, and senior Gabe Hallen lead the race at the Twilight 5K.
Running Toward State: Cross Country Gears Up for Section Showdown
Senior Lauren Elam winds up to serve against Chaska during a match on September 25.
“Yeah Baby!” — Girls Tennis Finishes Impressive Season After Sections Loss
The Orono Boys Soccer Team huddles before a game.
Boys Soccer Eyes State Tournament, Despite Injuries
#13 Griffin Mauer passes the ball to #23 Rory Kvern.
Despite Storms, Spartans Dominate Whitehawks 37-0 in Homecoming Win
The Orono student section celebrates after a touchdown.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Nolan Groves jumps for a lay-up.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball State Quarterfinals vs DeLaSalle
Mitchell Kauch rushes to rushes to the basket.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
Nolan Groves goes for a dunk.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball Section Semifinals vs Richfield
--- ducks under his opponents stick in a battle for the puck.
Photo Gallery: Boys Hockey State Semifinals vs St. Cloud Cathedral
The girls cheer on their teammates.
Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball Section Finals vs BSM
A storm rages above the trees.
Outdoor Sporting Events Cancelled Due to Severe Weather
Distance Track Team gearing up for a winter run.
Long-Distance Track Team Prepares For Upcoming Season
(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
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) tries to avoid a tackle from Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson (55) during the first half Sunday in Minneapolis.
Vikings Tumble to 3-3 in Loss Against the Eagles
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in London, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.
Vikings Pull Out Fourth Quarter Win in London
Tight end #87 T.J. Hockenson being brought down by the Steelers' defense
Vikings Run Out of Luck in Week 4 Loss Abroad
Cornerback #2 Isaiah Rodgers returns an interception for a touchdown.
Vikings Rebound in Week 3 Following Week 2 Failure
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy helped lead a fourth-quarter comeback in his NFL debut.
Vikings Escape The Claws of the Chicago Bears in Week 1 Win
Read on to learn more about the PSAT/MNSQT, including why you should take it and tips to study for it.
Guide to the PSAT/NMSQT
Where OHS Students are Traveling: MEA 2025
Where OHS Students are Traveling: MEA 2025
Taco Tuesday is a weekly tradition for many households in the United States.
From New Jersey to Orono: The History and Impact of Taco Tuesday
Hot dogs and Bratwursts are a summer grill staple.
Bratwurst or Hotdog, What’s The Difference?
Mr. Pusch teaches AP Physics, one of the most challenging classes at OHS... or is it?
What is the Hardest Class at OHS?
AI is changing the social media landscape.
Scroll Smarter, Not Harder: How AI Is Transforming the Way We Use Social Media
Example of a painted parking spot.
A Colorful Way to Build School Spirit: Why Orono Should Let Seniors Paint the Parking Lot
Read on to learn more about Orono's newest club.
Letter to the Editor: Orono’s Newest Club Wants You!
Captains Owen Marks and Keagan Klaers prepare for a debate.
The Orono Debate is Looking for New Members. Here’s Why You Should Join
When it comes to meeting dietary needs at school, there's room for improvement.
Uncovering the Dietary Dilemma at OHS
Tiegan Swanson gives his take on the new Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple Redefines Active Noise Cancellation With AirPods Pro 3
A poster for 'A Minecraft Movie.'
Mining Gold or Striking Dirt? A Review of ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison getting drafted in 2023 as the 23rd pick of the first round.
2025 NFL Draft: The Lifeline for a Vikings Dynasty?
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
October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
Where OHS Students are Traveling: MEA 2025
Where OHS Students are Traveling: MEA 2025
Red and Orange Autumn Leaves on the Ground and on Trees Beside Body of Water
October 2025 Word Search
September 2025 Crossword
September 2025 Crossword
Seniors celebrate after getting a touch down.
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff Football Game
The senior class gets hyped after a win.
Collection: Homecoming Photo Galleries
Seniors celebrate after getting a touch down.
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff Football Game
Homecoming King Dane Kanwischer and Queen Ariah Ragan ride in the parade.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade
The Orono student section celebrates after a touchdown.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
The Football Team and The Dance Team do the Guy Girl dance together.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Pep Fest
October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
Red and Orange Autumn Leaves on the Ground and on Trees Beside Body of Water
October 2025 Word Search
September 2025 Crossword
September 2025 Crossword
Seniors pose following their blowout victory over the juniors
September 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
The sun shines on a forest.
September 2025 Word Search
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The Spartan Speaks
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The Spartan Speaks
Fall Sports at Orono had a variety of successes throughout the season.

Fall Sports Recap

Margaret Kraus, Sports Editor
November 14, 2019
Orono's final game for the 2019 season.

Orono football season comes to an end

Gracie Hornbaker, Features Editor
November 7, 2019
The Orono Football team huddles together tightly before the game.

Spartans Tackle Cancer

Margaret Kraus, Sports Editor
October 15, 2019
JV soccer plays one of their last home games at Pesonen Stadium.

Midseason Recap: the sports of fall 2019

Nina Johnson, Editor in Chief
September 24, 2019
Beautiful view from the stands during Orono vs. Chaska Homecoming football game.

Tough Loss for Orono Homecoming Football Game

Jordan Allar, Sports Editor
September 18, 2019
Ari Dworsky

Tearing Through The Pain: Ari Dworsky

Ellie Fasbender, Editor in Chief
November 5, 2018
Orono 2018 Football Team Lineup

Orono 2018 Football Team Lineup

Ellie Fasbender and Katie Udell
October 29, 2018
The football team marches to the field on Oct. 13.

Spartan Sports Update

October 25, 2017
The football team marches to the field on Oct. 13.

Shining Blue Under the Friday Night Lights

Katie Udell, Sports Editor
October 18, 2017
Quarterback Nick Prentice throws the ball down the field during Homecoming.

The Orono Spartans Football Team Makes History

Frankie Vochko, Features Editor
November 8, 2016
The OHS fan section keep their focus on the field.

2016 Homecoming Football Game

Morgan Marxer, News Editor
October 10, 2016
Spartans Rise Over the Storm

Spartans Rise Over the Storm

Sam Sustacek, Sports Editor
October 5, 2015
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