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The Zephyr
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Photos of Asha Degree before she went missing in early 2000.

[Photo] Too Close To Home: Cold Cases

Claire Reinthaler, Co-Editor-In-Chief – October 24, 2023
(from left to right) Jane Swisshelm, Ida B. Wells and Katharine Meyer Graham

[Photo] Pressing For Equality: These female journalists have developed story of women in news

Claire Reinthaler, Features Editor – March 22, 2023
Clockwise from top left: Blanche's ill-fated husband, Rev. Dwight Moore, Blanche cooly faces the press while leaving her arraignment, Blanche's grandmotherly demeanor during her trial, the Kiser women weep as Blanche is found guilty.

[Photo] Too Close To Home: Blanche Taylor Moore – Winston-Salem

Ella-Brooke Morgan, Co-Editor-In-Chief – March 20, 2023
Clockwise from top left: Irene and John Bryant, Hilton's infamous mask captured on an ATM camera, Meredith Emerson, and Hilton being "perp-walked" by the police.

[Photo] Too Close To Home: Gary Hilton – Pisgah National Forest

Ella-Brooke Morgan, Co-Editor-In-Chief – January 30, 2023
Carl Jung (pictured) created a revolutionary typing system that would eventually be incorporated into Myers-Briggs.

[Photo] Zephyr-Briggs: What’s your personality type?

Ella-Brooke Morgan, Features Writer – May 18, 2022
Ever wonder the best way to give and receive love? This article dives into the different love languages.

[Photo] A breakdown of love languages

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief – April 28, 2022
Places like this are all over North Carolina for you to enjoy and see what our state has to offer.

[Photo] Cardinal Directions: Uncommon places to visit in North Carolina

Connor Prisk, Features Writer – April 7, 2022
Wordle is a game for everyone. It helps you work on your spelling and get your brain working every day.

[Photo] Wacky for Wordle: The game that has the world under its “spell”

March 16, 2022
Christmas is a time of year with a lot of fun and confusion surrounding it.

[Photo] Sleigh What? Christmas misconceptions are common

December 21, 2021
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[Photo] Zephyr Jams: Fall Edition

Parker Ramey, Co-Editor-in-Chief – November 9, 2021
No-Shave November is a great cause that helps out cancer foundations in a fun way.

[Photo] Crusade Against Cancer: History of No-Shave November

Connor Prisk, Features Writer – November 9, 2021
If you're wondering what fall activity best suits you, this quiz is for you!

[Photo] Fun Fall Activities Quiz

Ella Ashby, Features Writer – October 11, 2021
Recent young adult books to read instead of the classics.

[Photo] Turn the page on the classics: A new chapter of young adults books that you should read

Claire Reinthaler, Features Writer – October 8, 2021
Did 2020 or 2021 graduating class pull the short straw?

[Photo] Battle of the classes: 2020 versus 2021 graduating class

Logan Phelps, Features Writer – June 1, 2021
The much anticipated arrival of Clutch Coffee Bar has generated excitement for groups of all ages in Clemmons. The coffee bar is a new hot spot for anyone to drive by and grab a quick refresher.

[Photo] Coming in Clutch: Clemmons welcomes new coffee bar

Keri Rhodes, News Editor – May 13, 2021
As time goes on, things change, fashion is no exception. Although it seems some trends are making a come back.

[Photo] Out with the new in with the old: Retro fashion trends coming back in style

Parker Ramey, Features Writer – May 11, 2021
Sophomore, Chloe Calilung, chosen winner for billboard photo.

[Photo] Calilung’s Crazy Creative Art

Liv Brandon, Features Writer – March 31, 2021
Spring time is in full swing and with it comes new events for students to partake and enjoy!

[Photo] Spring Into Action: West events to look forward to

Connor Prisk, Features Writer – March 31, 2021
You can rest nice and easy knowing these sleeping tips.

[Photo] Tips you shouldn’t sleep on

Logan Phelps, Features Writer – March 31, 2021
Gonzaga led by Jalen Suggs, Corey Kispert and Drew Timme are looking to bring home the first national championship in school history.

The 2021 class will always remember graduating during COVID and reflect on how it has affected their senior year.

[Photo] The One Where They Graduated During COVID: Seniors reflect on their year

Clara LaRue, Features Editor – March 8, 2021
Malwarebytes is one of the many free anti-virus software that you can download to block harmful viruses and threats to your computer.

[Photo] Prevent despair and download antivirus software

Logan Phelps, Features Writer – February 15, 2021
Valentine’s Day is always special and this year, people are trying to find new and creative ways to spend the day.

[Photo] How to spend Valentine’s Day in an affordable way

Connor Prisk, Features Writer – February 12, 2021
Moses Fleetwood Walker was a legendary baseball player who was lost in the history books

[Photo] The Forgotten Trailblazer

Chris Van Kleeck, Sports Writer – February 11, 2021
Star quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes (Left) and Tom Brady (Right) shake hands after their game in week 12. The Chiefs won their previous meeting 27-24, but now the two teams will meet to decide the champions of the NFL.

During the years of segregation and hardship for African Americans, these athletes stood their ground and played the sports they loved despite the pushbacks.

Kobe Bryant touched and impacted so many lives through his work ethic, determination to be the best in everything he did and his love for the game.

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[Photo] Will You Be Tailgating Next Fall? Football and other sports standouts at your future college

Janie Peterson, Sports Writer – November 12, 2020
With a longer winter break than usual, students are hopeful to make the most of their time. However, given quarantine restrictions, the holidays are bound to be different this season.

[Photo] Students Say What: How are you spending Winter Break?

Morgan Holmes, News Writer – December 14, 2020
Students and parents are excited about the news of a potential new Cook Out location. This location will be a great new hangout place for teenagers in Clemmons.

[Photo] Shake it Up: Cook Out may be opening in Clemmons

Keri Rhodes, News Editor – December 14, 2020
Amazon is showing off their amazing deals for Cyber Monday!

[Photo] What’s the deal with Cyber Monday?

Logan Phelps, Features Writer – November 23, 2020
Pictured above is a representation of all the Zodiac signs and the animal that corresponds with them. Scorpio is highlighted in blue and it goes on from there.

[Photo] Scorpio and Sagittarius Season

Liv Brandon, Features Writer – November 23, 2020
Baking is a great way to relieve stress and make others happy with tasty desserts. Here are four treats that will make people wonder what's your trick.

[Photo] Trick or treat yo self

Liv Brandon, Features Writer – October 16, 2020
What vibe do you give off during the fall season? Do you prefer carving haunting jack o'lanterns or watching A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving?

[Photo] What type of fall-lover are you?

Lillian Reid, Features Writer – October 14, 2020
This is an illustration of the light spectrum and its energies. Blue light can cause strain your eyes in excessive amounts.

[Photo] Virtual School and the Effects of Screen Time

Lillian Reid, Features Writer – September 18, 2020
The original Ketchie Creek location in Mocksville, NC has flourished since 2008. This bakery and cafe is now making a home in Clemmons.

[Photo] Eye-Ketching: Clemmons welcomes Ketchie Creek Bakery & Cafe

Keri Rhodes, News Writer – December 13, 2019
James Wiseman goes through his free-throw form. Wiseman has been ruled ineligible due to legal issues this season, however, if this bill is passed he would be clear to play.

The Kardashians sit together at a conference.

[Photo] The Kardashians Empire: Masters of the social world

Gabrielle Jenkins, Opinion Writer – November 12, 2019
Clouds roll over the K-Mart in question. It was a stormy day when the news came to surface.

[Photo] A true hit to society: Kmart closes its doors

Alex Vargas, Online Editor – November 12, 2019
There are many movies to be enjoyed on Halloween ranging from fun for families to horror thrillers.

[Photo] Viewers beware; you’re in for a scare

Clara LaRue, Features Writer – October 30, 2019
What do your school supplies say about you? Find out with this quiz!

[Photo] What do your school supplies say about you?

Faith Duggan, Online Editor – September 12, 2019
Check out these fun fall activities.

[Photo] Event Blurbs: Autumn adventures take Winston-Salem

Maggie Estes, News Writer – September 12, 2019
The many examples of westernization in foreign media. Did the United States needlessly get too involved?

[Photo] It’s Not All About Us: Westernization in media has to stop

Lee Krebs, Opinion Writer – September 11, 2019
The Frank Spencer Tournament will be played at the LJVM Coliseum, which usually hosts college basketball and high school graduations.

[Photo] West students and staff ramping up for Frank Spencer

Tyson Edwards, Opinion Editor – December 24, 2018
Every year the Tanglewood Festival of Lights puts on a grand show inside the park. However, it makes for bad traffic and business slowdowns in the area.

[Photo] Tanglewood traffic alters holiday travel

Leanna Bernish, News Writer – December 18, 2018
Kmart, which is located on Lewisville-Clemons Road.

[Photo] Santa gives the gift of saving

Maddy Brandon, Features Writer – December 16, 2018
Student services has created an easy to use website to make appointments.

[Photo] New online calendar solves counseling conundrum

Leanna Bernish, News Writer – November 22, 2018
JROTC proudly marches with their West banner. Each year the marching band and JROTC get the chance to be in the Veteran's Day Parade.

[Photo] Marching band, JROTC take on the Veterans Day Parade

Averie King and Anna Johnson – November 19, 2018
West's Football team runs out prepared to take on a game. Football is one of many sports that could be facing scheduling changes due to the hurricane weather,

Business 40 runs near downtown Winston-Salem. The closing will allow for needed construction.

[Photo] Takin’ Care Of Business: Business 40 gets revamp

Leanna Bernish, News Writer – October 24, 2018
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