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Guide to Homecoming Week 2026
Super Epic Games Arrive at The Spartan Speaks
Super Epic Games Arrive at The Spartan Speaks
Guide to Spartan Send-Off Week 2026
Guide to Spartan Send-Off Week 2026
Wellness Expo Showcases Local Resources, Activities, and Community Partners
Wellness Expo Showcases Local Resources, Activities, and Community Partners
Chaos, Comedy, and a Séance: Blithe Spirit Arrives at Orono
Chaos, Comedy, and a Séance: Blithe Spirit Arrives at Orono
#15 Ben Staloch almost secures a touchdown with a spectacular diving catch.
Photo Gallery: Football vs. Byron
Senior captain Owen Marks hits back at Eagan
Growing the Game: The Rise of Orono Boys Volleyball
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
#15 Ben Staloch almost secures a touchdown with a spectacular diving catch.
Photo Gallery: Football vs. Byron
The Orono student section and the football team celebrate after winning the game.
Photo Gallery: Football State Final vs Kasson-Mantorville
The Spartans captured their first-ever state championship win on Friday, defeating Kasson-Mantorville in a thrilling 21-14 victory.
Spartans Make History, Claim First-Ever State Title in 21–14 Thriller Over Kasson-Mantorville
#13 Griffin Mauer makes sure his teammates are set.
Photo Gallery: Football State Semifinal vs Marshall
Orono punched its ticket to the state final game with a thrilling overtime win against Marshall on Thursday, November 11th.
Orono Advances to First-Ever State Final After Overtime Win Against Undefeated Marshall
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
Boys Nordic Ski Makes History: Spartans Race to Second at State
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
#33 Eveyn Miller goes for a layup.
Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball vs. Mahtomedi
Orono huddles before the second half.
Photo Gallery: Boys Hockey vs Little Falls
Senior captain Owen Marks hits back at Eagan
Growing the Game: The Rise of Orono Boys Volleyball
A storm rages above the trees.
Outdoor Sporting Events Cancelled Due to Severe Weather
Distance Track Team gearing up for a winter run.
Long-Distance Track Team Prepares For Upcoming Season
(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
Nov 2, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell greets quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) after throwing a touchdown pass in the first quarter at Ford Field.
Vikings Tame the Lions in Week 9 Dub
Chargers running back Kimani Vidal carries the ball during the first half of a 37-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings at SoFi Stadium on Thursday night. Vidal rushed for 117 yards and a touchdown.
Vikings Suffer Shocking Week 8 Loss Against the Chargers
Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz warming up
The Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Bring The Vikings To A Playoff Berth?
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) tries to avoid a tackle from Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson (55) during the first half Sunday in Minneapolis.
Vikings Tumble to 3-3 in Loss Against the Eagles
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison (3) celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in London, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025.
Vikings Pull Out Fourth Quarter Win in London
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Why Teen Biology and District Budgets Can’t Always Share the Same Agenda
The Orono Spartobot in action.
Spartobots Prepare for Regional After Strong Start to Season
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Orono's newest counselor, Mr. Smith
Say Hello to Mr. Smith, the Newest Counselor at OHS
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Winter Break 2025
Where OHS Students are Traveling: Winter Break 2025
Jaafar Jackson, nephew and actor for Michael Jackson
Michael “Moonwalks” Past Box Office Records
Are honor chords really honoring everyone?
Are Honors Cords Really Honoring Everyone?
Opinion: Don't Put Clubs Out of Reach
Opinion: Don’t Put Clubs Out of Reach
OHS should weight Enriched English
Strengthening the Honors Pathway Through Weighted Enriched English
Vikings quarterbacks J.J. McCarthy and Carson Wentz warming up
The Quarterback Dilemma: Who Will Bring The Vikings To A Playoff Berth?
Jaafar Jackson, nephew and actor for Michael Jackson
Michael “Moonwalks” Past Box Office Records
Jeremy Allen White in "Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere."
A Different Kind of Thunder Road: Springsteen’s Story Comes Alive in Deliver Me From Nowhere
Tiegan Swanson gives his take on the new Apple AirPods Pro 3
Apple Redefines Active Noise Cancellation With AirPods Pro 3
A poster for 'A Minecraft Movie.'
Mining Gold or Striking Dirt? A Review of ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Vikings receiver Jordan Addison getting drafted in 2023 as the 23rd pick of the first round.
2025 NFL Draft: The Lifeline for a Vikings Dynasty?
Homecoming Court 2026 Interviews
Homecoming Court 2026 Interviews
#15 Ben Staloch almost secures a touchdown with a spectacular diving catch.
Photo Gallery: Football vs. Byron
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #3 – Simon Forbes
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #3 – Simon Forbes
April 2026 Word Search
April 2026 Word Search
Spring Break 2026 Crossword
Spring Break 2026 Crossword
Homecoming Court 2026 Interviews
Homecoming Court 2026 Interviews
#15 Ben Staloch almost secures a touchdown with a spectacular diving catch.
Photo Gallery: Football vs. Byron
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
Orono Students Stage Walkout in Protest of Recent Immigration Enforcement Operations
Orono Students Stage Walkout in Protest of Recent Immigration Enforcement Operations
Swinging With the Spartans: A Look at the Orono Jazz Band
Swinging With the Spartans: A Look at the Orono Jazz Band
Whole Grain Long John or Orono O’s
For music lovers, this year is going to be filled with new music from your favorite artists.
Top Albums and Tours Being Released in 2023
Recent economic shifts in the US have stirred concerns.
Will The Economy Stall?
Look below to read a review of Hunter S. Thompson's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Book Review: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
Take a look at Orono students' summer plans with this fun word cloud!
Students’ Summer Plans
End of Year 2026 Crossword
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Why Teen Biology and District Budgets Can’t Always Share the Same Agenda
Jaylyn Zygarlicke, Staff Writer • June 2, 2026
The Orono Spartobot in action.
Spartobots Prepare for Regional After Strong Start to Season
John Eberhardt, Staff Writer • April 9, 2026
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Where OHS Students are Travelling: Spring Break 2026
Walter Olson and Ethan Weiss • March 19, 2026
Opinion
Jaafar Jackson, nephew and actor for Michael Jackson
Michael “Moonwalks” Past Box Office Records
Mason Johnson, Review Editor • May 26, 2026
Are honor chords really honoring everyone?
Are Honors Cords Really Honoring Everyone?
Grace Zhao, Staff Writer • May 5, 2026
Opinion: Don't Put Clubs Out of Reach
Opinion: Don’t Put Clubs Out of Reach
John Eberhardt, Staff Writer • February 20, 2026
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Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #4 – Evalyn Rosha
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #4 – Evalyn Rosha
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • May 19, 2026
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #3 – Simon Forbes
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #3 – Simon Forbes
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • April 28, 2026
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #2 – Cora Palm
Spartan Hour With Ethan Weiss: Episode #2 – Cora Palm
Ethan Weiss, Editor-in-Chief • April 14, 2026
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Homecoming Court 2026 Interviews
Homecoming Court 2026 Interviews
Quinn Meyer and Kenzie Felton • September 30, 2026
#15 Ben Staloch almost secures a touchdown with a spectacular diving catch.
Photo Gallery: Football vs. Byron
Jackson Hadley, Photographer • September 17, 2026
#12 Brennan Doherty shoots for 3.
Photo Gallery: Boys Basketball vs. New Prague
Jackson Hadley, Photographer • February 20, 2026
Sports
#15 Ben Staloch almost secures a touchdown with a spectacular diving catch.
Photo Gallery: Football vs. Byron
Jackson Hadley, Photographer • September 17, 2026
Senior captain Owen Marks hits back at Eagan
Growing the Game: The Rise of Orono Boys Volleyball
Sammi Fawcett, Staff Writer • June 2, 2026
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
A New Era on the Mat: Orono Wrestling Finishes Historic Season
Ava Darst, Staff Writer • April 2, 2026