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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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May 19, 2015
First-Grader Throws First Pitch

First-Grader Throws First Pitch

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May 6, 2015
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Cinco de Mayo

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May 5, 2015
The original cast of "Full House".

Full House Makes a Comeback

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April 28, 2015
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The Makings of the Yearbook

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April 13, 2015

Is Reading A Thing of the Past?

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
March 20, 2015

Bringing Out Your Inner Artist

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
March 20, 2015
Friday the 13th causes large amounts of superstition.

Superstitious?

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
February 12, 2015

No Meat, No Dairy, No Problem

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
February 12, 2015
2015 Grammy Recap

2015 Grammy Recap

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
February 11, 2015
Bruegger's is offering free bagels to celebrate its birthday.

Free Bagels

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
February 5, 2015

Lack of Senior English Courses

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
January 18, 2015

More School Closings on the Way

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
January 18, 2015
Accessing Jake's Digital Data Facebook page

Accessing Jake’s Digital Data

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
October 26, 2014
Best Activities for MEA Break

Best Activities for MEA Break

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
October 16, 2014
O-Town Cribs

O-Town Cribs

Ashley Johnson and Shannon Crosby
September 22, 2014
Sophomore girls walking the Homecoming banner down Old Crystal Bay Road.

Homecoming Parade and Pep Fest

Ashley Johnson, News Editor
September 21, 2014
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