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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
Vikings running back Aaron Jones during the NFL football game on Sunday, September 22nd.
Vikings Smoke the Texans in Week 3 Win
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
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Uncovering the Hidden Cost of the Olympics
(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
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
The Orono Fall Dance Team poses for a quick photo before heading out onto the field for their first performance of the season.
Orono Fall Dance Team Shines On The Field This Past Season
Check out these cool photos of Orono Boys' Soccer Team during their 2023 regular season.
Orono Boys Soccer 2023 Regular Season Photo Gallery
Read further to learn about the 2023 Orono Boys' Soccer Team.
Kickoff to Greatness: Orono High School Boys Varsity Soccer Team Soars to New …
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
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra Gives Parting Advice For Underclassmen
Joey Mariani
The Spartan Speaks Bids Farewell to Editor-in-Chief Joey Mariani
The Spartan Speaks is recruiting for next school year and we want YOU to join!
The Spartan Speaks is Recruiting for Next School Year and We Want YOU to Join!
Prom 2024 poster announcement. This year's theme: The Gatsby Gala
Twirling Into Prom: The Iconic Dance’s Old and New Traditions
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?
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
Senior dodges a crowded field of juniors.
Photo Gallery: Powder Puff Football Game
Homecoming Court 2024 Interviews
Homecoming Court 2024 Interviews
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
Can you complete this master crossword to finish off the school year?
May 2024 Master Crossword
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The Spartan Speaks
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The Spartan Speaks
Vaping illustration by junior Hannah Johnson, demonstrating a student vaping the the restroom; oblivious to the sign that reads "Health concerns linked to vaping".

Eat a Mango, Don’t Vape One

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
November 3, 2019

Planned Parenthood versus the Alabama abortion law

Anika Sodhi, Online Editor
May 31, 2019
List of the top 10 worst charities in America

How much is really going to charity?

Katie Udell, Editor in Chief
May 16, 2019

Looking back on high school as a graduating senior

Ellie Fasbender, Editor in Chief
May 9, 2019

Are the Kardashians tricking us?

Emelia Lowe, Opinions Editor
May 9, 2019
Thumbnail for YouTuber Jake Paul's video "LAST ONE TO GET ARRESTED WINS $25,000!! (GAME)"

Dear Mr. Rogers, We Need You

Cari Spencer, Editor in Chief
May 6, 2019

Orono Does Not Prepare Students for the Real World

Caroline Robson, News Editor
April 2, 2019

How Entitled Is The Orono District?

Jagur Justen, Opinions Editor
March 11, 2019
An OHS student listens to “Bad Habit” by Ben Platt on the Spotify app on his phone.

Please sing to me instead

Amanda Marquis, Visuals Editor
February 26, 2019

Vegan Friendly?

Isabella Koch, Features Editor
January 18, 2019

Managing Stress

Rae Malik, Copy Editor
December 10, 2018

Can Procrastination Lead to Achievement?

Rae Malik, Copy Editor
December 10, 2018
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