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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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Many shows will be getting their new seasons later this summer.

Shows and Movies Coming and Going from Netflix: May 2017

Sophia Rauchle, Editor in Chief
April 10, 2017
Beauty and The Beast

Must-See Movies Hitting the Big Screen in March

Sophia Rauchle, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2017
The Orono Girls Alpine Ski Team will head to the state meet on Oct. 15.

Orono Girls Alpine Team Heads to State

Sophia Rauchle, Online Editor in Chief
February 13, 2017
A few trends that should be making another appearance.

10 Trends that Need to Make a Comeback from the 2000s

Sophia Rauchle, Online Editor in Chief
January 17, 2017
The Space Between Us premieres on Feb. 3.

To See or Not to See: That is the Question

Sophia Rauchle, Online Editor in Chief
January 12, 2017
Orono is a closed campus, meaning that students are not permitted to leave during the school day.

[Photo] Open Campus Offers Pros and Cons

Cami Reese, Copy Chief
December 6, 2016
Hank, a short haired dog, enjoys the snow with a sweater on.

Winter is Coming: Safety Tips for Animals

Sophia Rauchle, Online Editor in Chief
November 30, 2016
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[Photo] Why are People Afraid to Stand up for Others

Kayla Kaveney, Visuals Editor
November 18, 2016
U.S. Highway 12 Bypass Barrier Detour Map

U.S. Highway 12 Shutdown for Construction

Sophia Rauchle, Online Editor in Chief
October 17, 2016
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Homecoming week schedule

Sophia Rauchle, Online Editor in Chief
September 14, 2016
To See or Not to See?

To See or Not to See?

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
June 6, 2016
Teacher Shortage Threatens Minnesota Schools

Teacher Shortage Threatens Minnesota Schools

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
June 1, 2016
To See or Not to See? Movies of May

To See or Not to See? Movies of May

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
April 6, 2016
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To See or Not to See? April Movies

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
March 11, 2016

To See or Not to See? February

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
March 3, 2016

Finals are Not to Fear Because Studying Time is Here

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
January 25, 2016

To See or Not to See? That is the Question

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
January 12, 2016
To See or Not to See? That is the Question

To See or Not to See? That is the Question

Sophia Rauchle, News Editor
January 4, 2016
Pondering Diet Decisions

Pondering Diet Decisions

Sophia Rauchle, Student Life Editor
December 8, 2015
To See or Not to See? That is the Question

To See or Not to See? That is the Question

Sophia Rauchle, Student Life Editor
October 28, 2015
The Martian movie poster

To See or Not to See? That is the Question

Sophia Rauchle, Student Life Editor
October 2, 2015
The Visit: Unsafe after 9:30 p.m.

The Visit: Unsafe after 9:30 p.m.

Sophia Rauchle, Student Life Editor
September 21, 2015
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