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Minnesota to Get New State Flag

Ethan Weiss, Social Media Editor December 5, 2023

Minnesota is getting a new state flag. Earlier this year, the Minnesota Legislature passed a bill forming the Minnesota State Emblems Redesign Commission, tasked with choosing a new state flag and seal...

The 2023 cast of Survivor Week. Who will be the sole survivor?

Orono Survivor Week 2023 Begins

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief December 4, 2023

This week Orono’s annual Survivor Week has begun. From the 4th to the 8th of December, 17 students will compete in daily challenges, compete for immunity, and vote each other off until only one remains....

Read the article below to learn about the new lunch line changes.

OHS Implements New Cafeteria Procedure

John Eberhardt, Staff Writer December 4, 2023

OHS has changed its lunch lines and there are mixed feelings about it. With the new lunch lines, the A La Carte line was moved to the right side of the cafeteria, the salad and soup bar was moved to...

DJs shoot confetti and glitter into the dancing mob at Homecoming.

Homecoming Dance Takes Shelter

Kayla Seely and Autumn DeLong November 27, 2023

Orono High Schools’ Homecoming dance is one of the most popular school events, and over the years it has been held in multiple locations. However, the majority of the students have voiced that they prefer...

Read the article below to learn about the college admissions process for the Class of 2024.

The College Application Landscape Changes for the Class of 2024

Luke Wendling, Business Editor November 21, 2023

College application season is well underway at Orono High School and across the nation. Students are writing essays, filling out applications, getting letters of recommendation, meeting with school representatives,...

Want to learn more about this Minnesota-born running for U.S. president? If so, read the article below.

MN Rep. Dean Phillips Announces Bid for Presidency

Ethan Weiss, Social Media Editor November 20, 2023

Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN 3rd District) announced his presidential bid on October 27 for the Democratic Presidential nomination. Phillips, who represents Minnesota’s 3rd district, which includes Orono,...

Play this months crossword below!

November 2023 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief November 20, 2023
Try out this month’s fun crossword!
Read further to learn about OHS fun, new Halloween festivities

New Halloween Festivities Foster Student Spirit

Ethan Weiss, Social Media Editor November 11, 2023

OHS had a very successful Halloween this year featuring a variety of new celebrations. Students dressed up as their favorite characters/things such as hot dogs, bananas, Chewbacca, and the Pope. Costume-wearers...

Read further to learn about the 2023 Orono Boys Soccer Team.

Kickoff to Greatness: Orono High School Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team Soars to New …

Bria Johnson, Visuals Editor October 18, 2023

In the heart of Orono High School, the boys' varsity soccer team is an ongoing vibrant community and one of the school's most celebrated treasures. This team works to their full potential to strive to...

Read the article below to learn about Oronos 2023 Homecoming Week schedule.

Guide to Orono Homecoming Week 2023

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief September 29, 2023

After a month of school, the leaves have begun to change, students have gotten adjusted to another year of learning, and once again, Homecoming Week is right around the corner. Because the whole week is...

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September 2023 Crossword

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief September 28, 2023

Read below to learn more about the successful first week of the Orono 2023-2024 school year.

OHS Starts School Year With Triumphant First Week

Joseph Mariani, Editor-in-Chief September 18, 2023

It is official, the 2023-2024 school year has begun! Only two weeks have passed and already so much has happened. Students reconnected with old friends, started new classes, played sports, and even joined...

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