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Students on the Spanish trip in 2023 pose in Santiago, Chile.
Spanish Trip Offers Lessons Beyond the Classroom
A Youth In Action display case with a "We Scare Hunger Food Drive" Box.
Annual We Scare Hunger Food Drive to Battle Local Food Insecurity
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
Live Updates: Election Night 2024
Live Updates: Election Night 2024
Election '24
Who’s Running in 2024? A Preview of the Presidential Candidates
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally.
Donald Trump Survives Second Assassination Attempt
Sam Darnold on the field after getting sacked, resulting in a safety on Sunday, October 27th.
Vikings Fall to 5-2 in Week 8 Loss
Zoe Lopez performs a goal kick
Photo Gallery: Orono Girls Soccer vs Holy Angels.
Vikings running back Aaron Jones running into the end zone for a touchdown.
Vikings Lose in Week 7 Heartbreaker Against Lions
Minnesota Vikings defense stops New York Jets wide receiver Garret Wilson
Vikings Hold Off Jets in Week 5 Win
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono football lines up against Providence Academy.
Orono Routs Providence 24-13 in Friday Night Showdown
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Captain Blake Van Patten lines up against Delano.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Delano
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
A Tech Buddies poster hangs on a locker.
Tech Buddies Empowers Orono Community
OHS students party at the 2024 Homecoming dance.
OHS Creates Lasting Memories at the 2024 Homecoming Dance
Vice President and Democratic Nominee Kamala Harris, left, and Former President Donald Trump and Republican Nominee, right
Election ’24: Summer and September Update
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra
OHS Senior Tamer Abukhadra Gives Parting Advice For Underclassmen
High school student uses generative AI in school.
The Role of Generative AI in Schools: A Double-Edged Sword
Sophomore Davis Kelly using a Dell Chromebook 3100 2 in 1.
OHS Must Invest More Towards Student Laptops
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?
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
Fall landscape.
October 2024 Word Search
#27 Frankie Stevenson runs the ball.
Photo Gallery: Orono Football vs. Providence
Orono student section waves Spartan flag.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Football Game
Senior senators lead the school in chants.
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Pep Fest
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2015-2016 Farewell from your Editors in Chief

Anna Miller and Shannon Crosby
June 3, 2016

Power of the Petal: the Benefits of Gardening

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
June 3, 2016
Corsets Making a Comeback

Corsets Making a Comeback

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
April 13, 2016
Pets Helping their Humans

Pets Helping their Humans

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
March 10, 2016
The Issue with the Bachelor

The Issue with the Bachelor

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
March 2, 2016
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Virtual Reality Becoming a Reality

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
January 25, 2016
A beautiful museum to see during the cold winter months.

A Walk on the Art Side: The Walker Art Center

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
January 14, 2016
Sam Sustacek tries to get Shannon Crosby to take a flu shot.

[Photo] Yes

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December 8, 2015
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[Photo] More Than Just a “Minor Issue”: Mental Health

December 3, 2015
More Than Just a “Minor Issue”: Mental Health

More Than Just a “Minor Issue”: Mental Health

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief - Online
December 3, 2015
Mass Shootings Changing the Nation Around Us

Mass Shootings Changing the Nation Around Us

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
November 12, 2015
Piper Hennings and Sam Norton on the first open day of the student store.

OHS Student Store Opens for the First Time this Year

Anna Miller, Editor in Chief Online
November 12, 2015
Homecoming Week Preview and Schedule

Homecoming Week Preview and Schedule

Anna Miller, EIC Online
September 14, 2015
The new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

Unplugged: A Week Without Technology

Anna Miller, Social Media Manager
May 19, 2015
Decision Day 2015

Decision Day 2015

Anna Miller, Alex Rusciano, and Shannon Crosby
May 12, 2015
Rixton's Debut Album Dominates

Rixton’s Debut Album Dominates

Anna Miller, Social Media Manager
April 9, 2015

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Anna Miller, Social Media Manager
February 12, 2015
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Getting Lost in Alsaid’s New Book

Anna Miller, Social Media Manager
February 5, 2015
Reese Witherspoon stars in the movie Wild.

Cheryl Strayed’s Memoir Is ‘Wild’ Indeed

Anna Miller, Social Media Coordinator
January 14, 2015

The album that is more than just a dream

Anna Miller, Student Life Editor
October 26, 2014

[Video] Crafting with Anna: Snowglobe Tutorial

Anna Miller, Social Media Manager
October 5, 2014

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September 14, 2014
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