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The Spartan Speaks

2022 March Madness game.

A Complete Overlook of the 2022 March Madness

Jacob Farrell, Sports Editor April 7, 2022

The 2022 March Madness was one to remember. There were high-seeded teams losing the first game, and low seeds, such as St. Peters of New Jersey who came in to win it all. They went on a winning streak,...

As the illegal Russian offensive progresses, various sanctions have been imposed on Russia, brining the world into an economic war.

Russian Oligarchs: the Life Blood of the Kremlin

Luke Wendling, Staff Reporter March 15, 2022

Since Vladamir Putin announced a special military operation in Eastern Ukraine, Russia has been slammed with economic sanctions from all sides. The US took the lead by freezing Russian assets in America...

The history of St. Patricks Day is not well-known, read more about how it originated.

A History of St. Patrick’s Day

Joseph Mariani, Staff Reporter March 15, 2022

The first things that come to everyone’s mind on St. Patrick’s Day every year on Mar. 17 seem to be shamrocks, leprechauns, and pubs. It has been so ingrained into our yearly traditions that we do...

Orono students supporting the drive for Ukrainians. With food and school supplies ready to be shipped.

The Great Outlook of Orono’s Supply Drive for Ukraine

Jacob Farrell, Sports Editor March 14, 2022

There is currently an immediate demand for food in Ukraine. With the current Russian invasion, the situation in Ukraine leaves a problem for the global food supply. With Ukraine being the world's fifth...

As the civil war in Yemen is advancing, national organizations such as the United Nations are involving themselves in ways to aid the worsening humanitarian crisis.

Just How Alarming Has the Yemen Crisis Become?

Libby Engebretson, Editor in Chief March 11, 2022

In early 2022, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), which acts as a humanitarian aid organization, released a humanitarian plea for the country of Yemen. According to UNICEF, 20.7 million people...

The Minnesota Light Rail Transits current and future transitways. Connecting residents within the Twin Cities and reaching outward into communities outside of the cities.

Light Rail Transit Speeding Up Transportation in the City

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor March 7, 2022

Expansion to the Minnesota Light Rail has become a contentious subject in the Twin Cities community. The Light Rail is an affordable and accessible mode of transportation for thousands of residents in...

Retirees from left to right: Kyle Herring, David Herring, Lee Starr and Mary Bischoff (Barbara Ehalt not pictured)

School Board Meeting: February 14, 2022

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor February 27, 2022

The school board meeting on Feb. 14, was held at 7 p.m. in the District Office assembly room. Prior to the meeting, the Student Senate met with the board members, along with Superintendent Dr. Flesher....

People taking shelter during the invasions happening in Ukraines Capital. People resting, using the subway as a bomb shelter

Live Updates: Russia Invades Ukraine

Olivia Fegers, Staff Reporter February 27, 2022

On the morning of Feb. 24 2022, thousands of Ukrainians began fleeing major cities after multiple airstrikes were heard throughout the night. Yesterday evening, Putin officially declared the start of his...

Political instability is not a new dilemma in Russian Society. With Russian-Ukrainian tensions rising, its important to understand the geo-political complexities.

Behind the Scenes of the Russian Regime

Roxy Neset, Staff Reporter February 24, 2022

Russian politics aren’t something that typical high school students will learn about. The divide between a communist system and a Democratic-leaning system has enveloped Russia in a conflict that is...

Read more to find out about how new drivers are bringing on new dangers.

New Drivers Bring New Dangers

Eva Maiorino, Features Editor January 25, 2022

As students in high school start getting their licenses, not everyone masters the skill straight away. Bad driving becomes more and more common as students proceed to get their licenses and as new drivers...

Graduates protesting for their rights

Crime Rates at College Campuses on the Rise

Nina Larsen, Staff Reporter January 5, 2022

In the last decade, the significant increase in crime has led to dangers on college campuses. Robert Yin, a social scientist who published, “Case Study Research and Application 6th Edition,” found...

Orono has specific protocols in place to help guide decisions on when to call a delayed start, early release or a snow day.

Snow Storm Protocol in place for Orono Schools

Brooklyn Elsenpeter, News Editor January 4, 2022

Protocol regarding snow storms has become slightly more confusing due to the evolution of Distance Learning. Parents and teachers alike have been uncertain about whether or not classes would be held in...

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