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A poster for Anastasia the Musical
A Royal Mystery Takes Place on Stage: OHS Theater Presents ‘Anastasia’ the Musical
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
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
Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt discuss a game.
Tom Brady’s New Role as Broadcaster Splits Opinions
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
#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
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: The Dell R630 Proves its Value
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
Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt discuss a game.
Tom Brady’s New Role as Broadcaster Splits Opinions
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: The Dell R630 Proves its Value
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?
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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The 2022 takes place on June 9th at Pesonen Stadium at 7pm.

2022 Graduation: Behind the Scenes

Brielle Knapp, Features Editor
May 18, 2022
The 2022 Academy Awards will be held on March 27 at 7:00pm CDT

The Best Season of the Year: Award Season

Brielle Knapp, Features Editor
April 21, 2022
Chris Rock getting slapped by Will Smith at the 2022 Oscars.

A Surprise Stunt at the Oscars

Brielle Knapp, Features Editor
April 4, 2022
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Uncharted Undignified

Brielle Knapp, Features Editor
March 15, 2022
Black History Month has been celebrated since 1976.

Black History Month: A Timeline

Brielle Knapp, Features Editor
March 1, 2022
The Tragedy of Macbeth is Joel Coen's first directorial debut without sibling Ethan.

How Joel Coen Utilizes the Theme of Contrast in “The Tragedy of Macbeth”

Brielle Knapp, Opinions Editor
December 14, 2021
Junior Chloe Figueroa reading the cast list before the last showing of "Mamma Mia".

Mamma Mia Cast Shines in Performances

Brielle Knapp, Opinion Editor
December 2, 2021
Students practicing for the school play, "Mamma Mia"

Who loves ‘Mamma Mia’?

Brielle Knapp, Opinions Editor
November 9, 2021
The Senior and Junior class compete in the dodgeball competition at Pesonen stadium on Wednesday during Homecoming week.

OHS Homecoming Weekend

Brielle Knapp, Opinions Editor
October 25, 2021
Megan Kostial runs through the Orono Cheerleaders waving the Spartans flag to rev. up the crowd.

Orono vs. Holy Angels football game through the student eye

Brielle Knapp, Opinions Editor
September 24, 2021
Why Students Choose to Take Advanced Level Classes

Why Students Choose to Take Advanced Level Classes

Brielle Knapp, Staff Reporter
June 4, 2021
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