Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

The Student News Site of West Forsyth High School

The Zephyr

Alex Vargas

Alex Vargas, Online Editor

This is Alex Vargas’ third year on the staff. He originally started out as a news writer, but now writes for both news and opinion, and is the editor of the Online staff. He likes to make music in his spare time and would love to make it in the music industry.

All content by Alex Vargas

Positives of the Pandemic: People sing for brighter days

Alex Vargas, Online Editor March 27, 2020

This year has been one of the least predictable ever. Coronavirus has taken us all by storm, with Italy undoubtedly being it the hardest. However, amidst the darkness, Italians decided to create their...

Old highway reopens for business

Alex Vargas, Online Editor March 11, 2020

Business 40, recently renamed Salem Parkway, has been one of the most important and useful highways in Winston-Salem, as it’s used for traveling downtown from surrounding areas and by students to travel...

Best of the Worst: Movie theater food ranked

Alex Vargas, Online Editor March 9, 2020

Movie theaters undeniably exploit people’s need to satisfy their hunger and thirst quickly by pricing most of their food at jaw-droppingly high prices and offering little to no standard for quality in...

Iran situation starts de-escalating

Alex Vargas, Online Editor February 4, 2020

2020 began with shocking news from the White House when President Donald Trump ordered a drone strike to kill senior Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani. Jan. 2 after the news, Americans quickly...

DSC_0777

[Photo] Ben Radspinner

December 5, 2019

Construction is underway in the development across from West's campus.

Expanding the Horizon: Clemmons gains new homes

Alex Vargas, Online Editor November 20, 2019

Clemmons has been a hotspot recently for construction and new developments. Whether it be the expansion of a parking lot, renovating old buildings or opening new restaurants, it seems like there’s always...

What does your birthstone say about you? Find out below!

[Photo] What does your birthstone represent?

Faith Duggan, Features Writer November 14, 2019

What does your birthstone say about you? Find out below!

A true hit to society: Kmart closes its doors

Alex Vargas, Online Editor November 12, 2019

The Apocalypse and Judgment Day: monumental events that will declare the fate of our very own planet. Well I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you might as well forget about those as they are absolute...

New year, new students, new clubs

Alex Vargas, Online Editor September 16, 2019

As people begin the school year, they will eventually find out about all the opportunities that high school offers compared to middle and elementary school, including clubs. Clubs are a great way to get...

The Employment Fair will host a variety of businesses looking to hire summer and part-time jobs, and volunteer work. The event will take place in the Old Gym from 12-2.

Getting To Work: Employment Fair brings students opportunities

Alex Vargas, Online Editor April 24, 2019

With the end of the school year quickly approaching, students have started their search for summer jobs to bring in some extra cash. Now mind this, finding a job is easier said than done, but West is here...

Spirit Week is in full swing with posters hanging all around the school detailing the theme for each day.

Pep in West’s Step: Students get much needed spirit boost

Alex Vargas, Online Editor March 17, 2019

It’s that time of the year again. Along with the second semester come spring sports, new classes and more stress for the average teens. Needless to say, students are in need of some pep.Aware of this,...

President Sydney Shofner and Hira Mien selling candygrams. The club has begun selling the candy as a way to raise money for their projects.

Love has never been sweeter: Habitat for Humanity sells Candygrams

Alex Vargas, Online Editor February 14, 2019

It’s that time of the year again; love is in the air and it’s the best time to share it with your friends and family. For others it’s a good day to show your significant other how important they...

Jeffrey Williams, Teacher of the Year, has been a beloved math teacher and coach at West for several years.

Teacher of the Year: Jeffrey Williams

Alex Vargas, Online Editor January 31, 2019

With the power to shape the next generation, teachers make or break a school. They possess the power to shape the next generation and affect how they learn and develop both academically and personally....

West's Key Club is one of the school's many clubs giving back to the community this holiday season. Clubs will all varieties of purposes are joining in the giving.

The Season of Giving: Clubs have charitable cheer

Alex Vargas, Online Editor December 24, 2018

December is internationally known as the holiday season, including Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. These days are characterized by the spirit of giving joy and happiness. West’s clubs decided to join...

Turkey Day Fun: Charlotte hosts 71st Thanksgiving Parade

Alex Vargas, Online Editor November 22, 2018

Thanksgiving is here! The wonderful holiday is being celebrated today, Nov. 22, with a big parade sponsored by Novant Health and taking place in Charlotte. Located in front of the Duke Energy building,...

Thanksgiving isn’t all that good

Alex Vargas, Opinion Writer November 18, 2018

Don’t get me wrong, I don’t hate Thanksgiving. I see why many people like it a lot. It’s the day where you and your family get together, watch football, eat and have fun. But there are some major...

Online Shopping: Destroying Businesses and Happiness

Alex Vargas, News Writer November 2, 2018

Last week a couple of friends and I went to the mall, and what I saw shocked me: Great American cookies was gone, Teavana was gone and numerous others too. I had no one to blame but myself. Nowadays, when...

Students tend to prefer Thanksgiving over Black Friday, why so?

Students Say What: Why are you looking forward to Thanksgiving more than Black Friday?

Alex Vargas, Online Editor October 25, 2018

  “It’s the beginning of the Christmas season. Also you get to eat all day and watch the Charlie Brown special,” sophomore Julia Grossnickle said. “I love getting to see all...

Load More Stories