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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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Several restaurants have changed their policies in order to comply with CDC regulations.

How the Restaurant Industry is Changing in Response to COVID-19

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
June 3, 2020
With several public religious practices unavailable during this global pandemic, stay-at-home options have been emphasized.

Religious Drawbacks in Response to Global Pandemic

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
April 22, 2020
Pads, liners, and tampons are still taxable products in several states and multiple countries.

The Pink Tax Bleeds Red

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
April 10, 2020
Orono's nutrition instagram @oronochildnutrition shares a photo describing lunch, and adds that they are serving antibiotic-free chicken

Orono’s Nutrition for the Future Workgroup Proposes Changes in the Lunchroom and Beyond

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
April 10, 2020
Valentine's Day has countless upsides and downsides; consumerism vs. boosting the economy is one example of this.

Valentine’s Day: love it or hate it? An opinionated look at the pros and cons of the controversial day

Nina Johnson and Kenzie Taylor
February 27, 2020

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Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
February 21, 2020
Allie Gardner leading groups of students during the "Empathy" portion of the day-long retreat.

Freshman Kindness Retreat – a Recap

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2019
Photo Illustration/ Isa Chavez showing how easy it is to doze off during class due to lack of sleep.

High Schoolers: Get Those Zzzzs!

Kenzie Taylor
November 12, 2019
Vaping illustration by junior Hannah Johnson, demonstrating a student vaping the the restroom; oblivious to the sign that reads "Health concerns linked to vaping".

Eat a Mango, Don’t Vape One

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
November 3, 2019
Seniors Darby Sween, Margaret Kraus, Sophie Johnson, and Brooke Parten cheering on the sidelines.

Seniors take the W in Powderpuff 2019

Kenzie Taylor, Editor in Chief
September 17, 2019
Junior Matt Jordan is multi-talented when it comes to music.

Behind the Scenes with Matt Jordan | Broadcast

Kenzie Taylor, Opinions Editor
June 5, 2019
The entrance to the Dough Room looks welcoming, but the experience disappoints.

The Dough Room Raises Hopes, But Disappoints

Kenzie Taylor, Opinions Editor
June 12, 2019
Senior Fischer Eiss and Pierce Pennaz celebrating their future plans.

[Photo] Decision Day 2019: Student’s Post-High School Plans

May 7, 2019
United States Secretary of Education

Betsy DeVos Proposes to cut $17.6 million from Special Olympics

Kenzie Taylor, Opinions Editor
May 6, 2019
Most people believe that it is the eggs in raw cookie dough that are the problem. Because flour isn't cooked, it also has the potential for the bacteria.

General Mills Recalls Flour After Traces Of Salmonella Are Found

Kenzie Taylor, Opinions Editor
April 2, 2019
An answer sheet ready for bubbling in the answers.

ACT Rescheduled To March 12

Kenzie Taylor, Opinions Editor
March 4, 2019
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