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The OHS band plays during the Homecoming parade.
Plans Revealed for Homecoming Events in Case of Storms
The Orono student section waves a flag during the 2024 Homecoming Football game.
Guide to Homecoming Week 2025
Charlie Kirk making a speech for Turning Point USA
Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk Assassinated at Campus Event in Utah
Students will enter the Grand March through the balloon arch made by student council
OHS Gears Up for “City of Stars” Prom 2025
Read on to learn more about Spartan Send-Off Week.
Guide to Spartan Send-Off Week 2025
Senior Lauren Elam winds up to serve against Chaska during a match on September 25.
“Yeah Baby!” — Girls Tennis Finishes Impressive Season After Sections Loss
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
The Orono Boys Soccer Team huddles before a game.
Boys Soccer Eyes State Tournament, Despite Injuries
Tight end #87 T.J. Hockenson being brought down by the Steelers' defense
Vikings Run Out of Luck in Week 4 Loss Abroad
Cornerback #2 Isaiah Rodgers returns an interception for a touchdown.
Vikings Rebound in Week 3 Following Week 2 Failure
Senior Lauren Elam winds up to serve against Chaska during a match on September 25.
“Yeah Baby!” — Girls Tennis Finishes Impressive Season After Sections Loss
The Orono Boys Soccer Team huddles before a game.
Boys Soccer Eyes State Tournament, Despite Injuries
#13 Griffin Mauer passes the ball to #23 Rory Kvern.
Despite Storms, Spartans Dominate Whitehawks 37-0 in Homecoming Win
The Orono student section celebrates after a touchdown.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
The OHS band plays during the Homecoming parade.
Plans Revealed for Homecoming Events in Case of Storms
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
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
Tight end #87 T.J. Hockenson being brought down by the Steelers' defense
Vikings Run Out of Luck in Week 4 Loss Abroad
Cornerback #2 Isaiah Rodgers returns an interception for a touchdown.
Vikings Rebound in Week 3 Following Week 2 Failure
Quarterback J.J. McCarthy helped lead a fourth-quarter comeback in his NFL debut.
Vikings Escape The Claws of the Chicago Bears in Week 1 Win
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?
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?
OHS's newest counselor, Ms. Condry, smiles in her office.
Championing Student Success: Meet Ms. Condry, OHS’s Newest Counselor
The Orono parking lot near the front entrance
Ditching Parking Spots and Rocking Parking Lots: Students React to New Parking Policy
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
When it comes to meeting dietary needs at school, there's room for improvement.
Uncovering the Dietary Dilemma at OHS
A person holds a phone with TikTok opened on it.
An End to the Trend: Why a TikTok Ban Would be Devastating
Students write essays in AP Seminar.
AP Research Should Count as an English Credit. Here’s Why
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
Red and Orange Autumn Leaves on the Ground and on Trees Beside Body of Water
October 2025 Word Search
September 2025 Crossword
September 2025 Crossword
Seniors celebrate after getting a touch down.
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff Football Game
Seniors pose following their blowout victory over the juniors
September 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
Homecoming King Dane Kanwischer and Queen Ariah Ragan ride in the parade.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade
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
The Football Team and The Dance Team do the Guy Girl dance together.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Pep Fest
Red and Orange Autumn Leaves on the Ground and on Trees Beside Body of Water
October 2025 Word Search
September 2025 Crossword
September 2025 Crossword
Seniors pose following their blowout victory over the juniors
September 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
The sun shines on a forest.
September 2025 Word Search
June 2025 Master Crossword
June 2025 Master Crossword
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Senior Lauren Elam winds up to serve against Chaska during a match on September 25.
“Yeah Baby!” — Girls Tennis Finishes Impressive Season After Sections Loss
Kenz Healy, Staff Writer • October 9, 2025
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
Jack Redding, Sports Editor • October 9, 2025
The Orono Boys Soccer Team huddles before a game.
Boys Soccer Eyes State Tournament, Despite Injuries
Pete Rovolis, Sports Editor • October 7, 2025
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Features
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
Luke Hamer, News Editor • September 30, 2025
Hot dogs and Bratwursts are a summer grill staple.
Bratwurst or Hotdog, What’s The Difference?
Ellis Howe, Staff Writer • May 22, 2025
Mr. Pusch teaches AP Physics, one of the most challenging classes at OHS... or is it?
What is the Hardest Class at OHS?
Ellis Howe, Staff Writer • May 20, 2025
Opinion
Read on to learn more about Orono's newest club.
Letter to the Editor: Orono’s Newest Club Wants You!
Simon Forbes, Guest Author • October 2, 2025
Captains Owen Marks and Keagan Klaers prepare for a debate.
The Orono Debate is Looking for New Members. Here’s Why You Should Join
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • September 9, 2025
When it comes to meeting dietary needs at school, there's room for improvement.
Uncovering the Dietary Dilemma at OHS
Ellis Howe, Staff Writer • May 29, 2025
Review
Tiegan Swanson gives his take on the new Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple Redefines Active Noise Cancellation With AirPods Pro 3
Tiegan Swanson, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025
A poster for 'A Minecraft Movie.'
Mining Gold or Striking Dirt? A Review of ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Jack Redding and Nick Albers • April 30, 2025
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?
Mason Johnson, Staff Writer • April 8, 2025
Puzzles
Red and Orange Autumn Leaves on the Ground and on Trees Beside Body of Water
October 2025 Word Search
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • October 6, 2025
September 2025 Crossword
September 2025 Crossword
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • September 29, 2025
Seniors pose following their blowout victory over the juniors
September 2025 Jigsaw Puzzle
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • September 25, 2025
Photos & Videos
The senior class gets hyped after a win.
Collection: Homecoming Photo Galleries
Jackson Hadley, John Eberhardt, and Nicolas Pasulka • September 30, 2025
Seniors celebrate after getting a touch down.
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff Football Game
Jackson Hadley, Photographer • September 26, 2025
Homecoming King Dane Kanwischer and Queen Ariah Ragan ride in the parade.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade
Jackson Hadley, Photographer • September 24, 2025
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