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Mike Rockenfeller driving his Ford Mustang GT3.
Red Bull Thrills Minneapolis with High-Speed Show
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
The 2024 OHS Homecoming Court poses for a photo in the plaza.
Guide to Orono Homecoming Week 2024
OHS students at home football game on Friday, September 13th. Theme is "Tackle Cancer" and "Pink Out"
OHS Starts School Year Off on Right Track; Adjusts to New Changes
From left to right: Former president Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris, physician Jill Stein, 2022 U.S. Senate candidate from Georgia Chase Oliver, professor Cornel West.
Who’s Running in 2024? A Preview of the Presidential Candidates
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Who is Independent Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.?
Minnesota Vikings defense stops New York Jets wide receiver Garret Wilson
Vikings Hold Off Jets in Week 5 Win
Orono football lines up against Providence Academy.
Orono Routs Providence Academy 24-13 in Friday Night Showdown
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Vikings Running Back and former Packers Running Aaron Jones was seen doing the Lambeau Leap, a Packers tradition.
Vikings Roar to a 4-0 Record in Week 4 Win Against Packers
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono football lines up against Providence Academy.
Orono Routs Providence Academy 24-13 in Friday Night Showdown
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
Spartan Excellence: Recap of OHS Winter Sports Season 2024
Spartan Excellence: Recap of OHS Winter Sports Season 2024
Skiing, particularly of the alpine discipline, is an activity enjoyed by many
Hitting the Slopes: Nordic & Alpine Ski at OHS
Mya Moore shooting a free throw
With her 1,000th Point, Orono Basketball Star Reaches an Impressive Mya-stone
Orono Girls' Hockey Coaching Staff
Orono Welcomes New Girls Varsity Hockey Head Coach
(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
From left to right: Former president Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris, physician Jill Stein, 2022 U.S. Senate candidate from Georgia Chase Oliver, professor Cornel West.
Who’s Running in 2024? A Preview of the Presidential Candidates
OHS students party at the 2024 Homecoming dance.
OHS Creates Lasting Memories at 2024 Homecoming Dance
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra Gives Parting Advice For Underclassmen
High school student uses generative AI in school.
The Role of Generative AI in Schools: A Double-Edged Sword
Sophomore Davis Kelly using a Dell Chromebook 3100 2 in 1.
OHS Must Invest More Towards Student Laptops
Letter to the Editor: We Should Talk About Epilepsy
Letter to the Editor: We Should Talk About Epilepsy
Two of Orono's many trash/recycling bins stand as more than just places to put garbage.
Cleaning Up Our Act
Tacos By the Bay: Lago Tacos Packs a Punch
Tacos By the Bay: Lago Tacos Packs a Punch
On Cloud shoes come in many sizes and styles, such as the CloudStratus 2 shown in this photo.
Do On Shoes Really Propel You Into the Clouds?
Read further to find a review of the famous Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey.
Classics Reviewed: Northanger Abbey
The Super Mario Bros. Movie released April 5th of this year!
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Jumps Into Theaters
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Senior senators lead the school in chants.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Pep Fest
"Sophomores at Sea" stand ready to set sail on their parade float.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade, Part Two
The Official Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks
The Official Student News Site of Orono High School

The Spartan Speaks
Image of players on the sidelines of an Orono Football game.

End of Fall Sports: 2022-2023

Summer Beatty, Features Editor
November 18, 2022
Norah flying down the field for a goal

A Farewell to the Soccer Season

Claire Hyrkas, Editor in Chief
October 29, 2021
Fall Sports at Orono had a variety of successes throughout the season.

Fall Sports Recap

Margaret Kraus, Sports Editor
November 14, 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
Tess Basil dribbles down the field

Tess Bazil is Back into Play

Izzy Scharf, News Editor
October 17, 2018
The football team marches to the field on Oct. 13.

Spartan Sports Update

October 25, 2017
THe MHSHL Soccer logo.

OHS Soccer Teams are Both Headed to State

October 16, 2017
Senior Jenna Rakos approaches the net to attempt a goal.

Girls Soccer: Scoring Big into Season’s End

Allison Stern, Opinions Editor
October 31, 2016
Girls State Soccer Slideshow

Girls State Soccer Slideshow

Kate Edwards, Junior Editor
November 30, 2015
Spartans Set for State

Spartans Set for State

Alex Rusciano, Opinions Editor
October 26, 2015

Sophie Babo Receives Gatorade Award

Zach Wagner, Graphics Designer
February 26, 2015
Coach Murray on the field.

Erin Murray Wins Coach of the Year

Sam Sustacek, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2015
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