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Canva created by Naysa Jacobson.
Design Studio: a new class at OHS
Naysa Jacobson, Writer • March 20, 2026
“Lights, Cameras, Trophies: Why Award Shows Still Captivate the World”
“Lights, Cameras, Trophies: Why Award Shows Still Captivate the World”
Morgan Hougas, Writer • March 19, 2026
SCDC finalists pose for a photo with their awards from Deca State. Photo submitted by Christina Bell
Owatonna Deca Strikes State Wide Event
Brooke Hagel, Editor in Cheif • March 19, 2026
Senior, Ava Kjerston, laughing while talking to her co-worker, junior Anunda Buttera while making a coffee for her sister. Buttera and Kjerston both say they “love working at Old Town Bagel”.
High Schoolers Jobs and the Variety of Opportunities
Ande Hunt, Writer • March 18, 2026
Junior Willie Moore shooting a layup during warm-ups of the last game of the regular Owatonna season on February 27.
Boys Basketball: 2026 Season Recap
Jorge Juarez, Writer • March 12, 2026
An OHS student looks out the window on the third floor.
It’s okay to not be okay: Teen Depression
Reeve Franko and Graeme Spinks March 6, 2026
Canva Designed By Kade Hullopeter
Is Senior Year Really Easier?
Kade Hullopeter, Writer • March 6, 2026
In Hyvee, and many more stores, sits a whole shelf dedicated to selling protein packed snacks. Rows of different flavors and differently named brands.
More Protein, Better Health? Examining a Modern Obsession
Graeme Spinks, Writer • February 27, 2026
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Ande Hunt
Ande Hunt
Editor in Chief

Ande Hunt is a senior at Owatonna High School. It is Hunt’s Third year on the OHS Magnet staff. Hunt plays tennis on the school girls tennis team. Hunt has six chickens and has one dog named Oakley....

Morgan Hougas is a junior at Owatonna High School. This is her first year on Magnet staff. Hougas joined Magnet this year because she likes being included academic wise. Hougas is involved in Big Brothers...

The OHS cheerleaders showcase an elevator stunt.
OHS Winter Cheer Team showcases Snow Week routine
Naysa Jacobson and Ramala Dahir February 23, 2026
Balancing School and sports: Student-athletes juggling academics with athletics
Balancing School and sports: Student-athletes juggling academics with athletics
Aliah Fischer February 17, 2026
Next Level: Senior Football Commits
Next Level: Senior Football Commits
Nolan Johnson, Writer • January 26, 2026
O-Town Rundown: Fantasy Football
O-Town Rundown: Fantasy Football
Reeve Franko and Jorge Juarez December 8, 2025
How To Actually Enjoy Senior Year!
How To Actually Enjoy Senior Year!
November 20, 2025
Countdown to Winter Break!
Countdown to Spring Break!
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