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Students Joso Toso and Leo Meneses give blood during last year's fall blood drive.
Behind the Decision: Changes to the Blood Drive
Students participate in the Halloween costume contest during lunch on Friday, October 31st.
Candy, Costumes, and Competition: OHS Goes All Out for Halloween
The 'We Scare Hunger Food Drive' is this week.
‘We Scare Hunger Food Drive’ Set to Combat Food Insecurity
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
Orono punched its ticket to the state final game with a thrilling overtime win against Marshall on Thursday, November 11th.
Orono Advances to First-Ever State Final After Overtime Win Against Undefeated Marshall
Senior Lilah Rice spikes on New Prague during a match on Monday, October 13.
Serving up Spirit: Volleyball Ends Season With Heart
Coaches hype up the football team after the game
Orono Routs Fergus Falls in State Quarterfinal Playoff Victory
The Girls Swim & Dive Team gets pumped up before a meet.
Making Waves: Girls Swim & Dive Looks to Make a Splash at Sections
Nov 2, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell greets quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) after throwing a touchdown pass in the first quarter at Ford Field.
Vikings Tame the Lions in Week 9 Dub
Orono punched its ticket to the state final game with a thrilling overtime win against Marshall on Thursday, November 11th.
Orono Advances to First-Ever State Final After Overtime Win Against Undefeated Marshall
Senior Lilah Rice spikes on New Prague during a match on Monday, October 13.
Serving up Spirit: Volleyball Ends Season With Heart
Coaches hype up the football team after the game
Orono Routs Fergus Falls in State Quarterfinal Playoff Victory
The Girls Swim & Dive Team gets pumped up before a meet.
Making Waves: Girls Swim & Dive Looks to Make a Splash at Sections
Orono beat Zimmerman 28-0 on Friday, punching their ticket to the state tournament.
Football Reaches State After Blowout Victory Against Zimmerman
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
Nov 2, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell greets quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) after throwing a touchdown pass in the first quarter at Ford Field.
Vikings Tame the Lions in Week 9 Dub
Chargers running back Kimani Vidal carries the ball during the first half of a 37-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium on Thursday night. Vidal rushed for 117 yards and a touchdown.
Vikings Suffer Shocking Week 8 Loss Against the Chargers
Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz warming up
The Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Bring The Vikings To A Playoff Berth?
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
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?
Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz warming up
The Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Bring The Vikings To A Playoff Berth?
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
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
November 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
November 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
November 2025 Word Search
November 2025 Word Search
Halloween 2025 Crossword
Halloween 2025 Crossword
From Siesta to Fiesta: The Orono Spanish Club Returns
From Siesta to Fiesta: The Orono Spanish Club Returns
October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
October 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
From Siesta to Fiesta: The Orono Spanish Club Returns
From Siesta to Fiesta: The Orono Spanish Club Returns
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
November 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
November 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
November 2025 Word Search
November 2025 Word Search
Halloween 2025 Crossword
Halloween 2025 Crossword
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
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