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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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​Anthony Tavella scores against Hopkins.

Spring Sports Recap

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
May 26, 2015
Rachel Fay clears the pole.

Orono Spartans Athlete of the Month: Rachel Fay

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
May 23, 2015

Orono Boys Lacrosse Off to Great Start

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
April 29, 2015
Junior Jake Hartman winds up to throw a strike

Spring Sports Preview

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
April 13, 2015
Orono grad, Jordan Smith shooting during a recent Wisconsin game.

Orono is well represented at the NCAA tournament

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
April 7, 2015
Senior Syndey Reiners defends her opponent.

Orono Girls Basketball finish third in State

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
April 5, 2015
Sparty's March Madness Hits OHS

Sparty’s March Madness Hits OHS

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
March 20, 2015
Sustacek throwing down a dunk during the state game against Waconia

Athlete of the Month: Sam Sustacek

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
March 12, 2015
Speech Team Photo

Speech Team putting on a show

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
February 18, 2015
Athlete of the Month: Tori Andrew

Athlete of the Month: Tori Andrew

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
February 18, 2015

Orono’s Speech Team Prepares for Season

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
February 11, 2015
Girls Hockey Flying Down the Ice

Girls Hockey Flying Down the Ice

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
January 11, 2015
ExCEL Award Winners

ExCEL Award Winners

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
December 15, 2014
Senior Cole Hennings prepares to shoot

Athlete of the Month: Cole Hennings

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
December 12, 2014
Boys and Girls Basketball Team

Boys and Girls Basketball Team

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
December 11, 2014
Winter Sports Preview

Winter Sports Preview

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
November 13, 2014
Captain Fraser controls the ball.

Orono Spartans Athlete of the Month

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
October 19, 2014
Coach Weiland talking to his players during a game.

Football Team Tackles Tough Conference

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
October 10, 2014
Fantasy Football is in Full Swing at Orono High School

Fantasy Football is in Full Swing at Orono High School

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
September 29, 2014

Vending machine changes

Will Dittrich, Sports Editor
September 17, 2014
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