West Wind Fundraiser at Smoke’d

Feb 26, 2024

On Thursday, February 22nd from 4:00pm-8:00pm, the West Wind staff had a fundraiser at Smoke’d, located on Main Street Shallotte.

The West Wind is always looking for sponsors or even just donations to help with equipment, Adobe subscriptions, journalism camp at UNC Chapel Hill costs and printing our literary magazines.

At the fundraiser, West Wind staff would tell members of the community, “Let your server know you are here for the West Wind to help sponsor us!”. A portion of their check would go towards the class, nothing extra to them. Staff stayed outside most of the time, playing cornhole or just sitting by the fire. Having s’mores for $1.50, people could come buy a pack and roast them at the fire and enjoy them outside.

The night went by quickly as everyone was having fun. This was the second time doing a fundraiser at smoke’d and there were even more people who showed up to support.

Jospeh Hamric and Fernando PadillaBonifacio playing a game of cornhole. (Photo by Ashley Norfleet)

Jacob Rumsey, Tyler Harbin and Savannah Robinson being funny around the fire together. (Photo by Ashley Norfleet)

Students in West Wind gathering around the fire roasting marshmallows. (Photo by Ashley Norfleet)

Paige Levine exchanging a bag of s’mores for money with Serena Rodriguez. (Photo by Ashley Norfleet)

Staff writers for West Wind sitting together and talking as they wait for members of the community to show up. (Photo by Ashley Norfleet)

Serena Rodriguez throwing a bean bag as she tries to score in cornhole. (Photo by Ashley Norfleet)

Ashley Norfleet and Serena Rodriguez playing against each other in cornhole. (Photo by Paige Levine)

Coach Aaron Taylor putting his s’more together after buying one to support the West Wind. (Photo by Paige Levine)

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Your donation will support the student journalists of West Brunswick High School. Your contribution will allow us to purchase equipment and cover our annual website hosting costs.

About the Contributors

Ashley Norfleet, Assistant Editor

Ashley Norfleet is a 17-year-old senior who is currently in her fourth semester of journalism, serving as the assistant editor this year. Norfleet was born in Cary, North Carolina but soon moved to Ocean Isle Beach. Norfleet is in various clubs such as DECA, Key Club, Robotics, Scuba Club, and LARE. Norfleet is also one of the main organizers for TroZone where she plans the themes for games and runs the Instagram page @trozone.wbhs. “I love being involved with the school,” said Norfleet. “It makes me feel important, and I always know my voice will be heard by someone.” After high school, Norfleet would like to attend college at Auburn University or University of North Carolina at Wilmington to get her PhD in Marine Biology. After that, Norfleet would like to have a shark research center in the Galapagos. It has always been her dream to help the ocean. She believes that ocean life is just as important as life on earth. “Growing up at the beach has really impacted my feelings on the ocean,” said Norfleet. “I want to make it my passion to help these wonderful creatures and possibly save the world.”

Paige Levine, Staff Writer

Paige Levine is a sophomore starting her first semester of journalism. Levine was born and raised in Massachusetts and moved to Sunset Beach the summer before her sophomore year. Although it was hard for Levine to leave her friends and family, she looks forward to her new life here. In her free time, Levine enjoys going to the beach, spending time with friends and family, and has a strong passion for music. Levine started playing tennis in August and then joined the team here at West, where she met many good friends. “Last year was my first time playing a sport, so it was nice to see what that was like,” said Levine. “Being on the team felt like being in a family, and I still consider many of my teammates good friends that I can count on.” After graduation, Levine plans to attend a four-year university in Massachusetts to pursue a degree in child development and become a middle school teacher. “I’ve always wanted to be someone people could look to for help and advice,” said Levine. “I feel like teaching is the perfect way to do that."