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A poster for Anastasia the Musical
A Royal Mystery Takes Place on Stage: OHS Theater Presents Anastasia the Musical
Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt discuss a game.
Tom Brady’s New Role as Broadcaster Splits Opinions
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
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
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: Dell PowerEdge R360
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
The neofetch from shortly after I got the server.
Review: Dell PowerEdge R360
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
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 Spartan Speaks
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Sunlight filtering through the forest.

Even with a Late Spring, MN Nature Flourishes

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
May 18, 2015
A man sits on a bicycle in front of a line of police officers in riot gear ahead of a 10 p.m. curfew in the wake of Monday's riots following the funeral for Freddie Gray, Tuesday, April 28, 2015, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Racial Tensions Resurface in Baltimore

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
April 29, 2015

Orono Empty Bowls

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
April 8, 2015
Speech Team Photo

Speech Team Speaks Their Way to State

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
March 20, 2015

Guide to College Visits

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
March 13, 2015
Gymnast Kylie Thedens competing in last year's state competition.

Gymnastics Team to Attend State Competition

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
February 18, 2015
The numbers of fatalities in car accidents decreased from 2013 to 2014.

Editorial

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
January 19, 2015
Students were handed flyers during the presentation, promoting Impact Lives' work.

Impact Lives: Orono Students to Make a Difference

Makena Yunker, Online Editor-in-Chief
December 12, 2014
A Helping Hand

A Helping Hand

Makena Yunker, Editor In Chief - Online
December 9, 2014
THe MHSHL Soccer logo.

Spartans Headed to State

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
October 15, 2014
Photo/ Celia Miller OMS students were relocated to the High School gymnasium after the threat.

OMS Students Sent to High School Gymnasium Due to Threat

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
October 7, 2014
Fall black jackets on the runway from fashion houses Céline, Lanvin and Dior.

Fall Fashion Trends

Makena Yunker, Editor in Chief - Online
September 22, 2014
The audience was able to vote on their favorite acts by texting in to the numbers found on the Orono's Got Talent program.

Got talent? Orono does

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
March 21, 2014
Orono art students explore their future in the world of art

Orono art students explore their future in the world of art

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
March 18, 2014
The cover of Imagine Dragons' first album entitled "Night Visions".

Imagine Dragons drag-on at Xcel Energy Center

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
March 14, 2014

New trends dance into Prom fashion for 2014

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
March 11, 2014
Girls gymnastics flips into competition

Girls gymnastics flips into competition

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
February 13, 2014

Hot springtime fashion melts away icy cold

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
February 12, 2014

Fall leadership conference electrifies HOLA and Senate

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
January 10, 2014

Hunter Hayes, Ashley Monroe get crazy in the Twin Cities

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
January 10, 2014

Winter fashion stays classic across the board

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
November 26, 2013

Choreography committees create team routines

Makena Yunker, A&E Editor
November 26, 2013
Cassade Pope awes Minnesota

Cassade Pope awes Minnesota

Makena Yunker, Arts & Entertainment Editor
November 12, 2013
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