Selma Bargain Shoppers Search for After Christmas Deals
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The holiday shopping season doesn't end on Christmas Day. Now is the time bargain hunters head out to stores -- in search of discounts and deals. Twas the days…
George McDonald
George McDonald is the West Alabama Newsroom reporter for WAKA Action 8 News. He is based in Selma and covers Dallas, Lowndes, Marengo, Perry and Wilcox counties.
George began reporting for us in June 2005. He arrived in Alabama from WTOK in Meridian, Mississippi, where he worked as a reporter/photographer. He began his career in television news at WJTV in Jackson, Mississippi, where he was an editor.
George enjoys reporting because he says you’re always learning things you might not otherwise learn, meeting people you wouldn’t otherwise meet and doing things you might not otherwise do, but says the best thing about being a reporter is the potential to have a positive impact in the lives of others.
A native of Chicago (South Side!), George is an alumnus of Tougaloo College and a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. When he’s not working, George enjoys spending quality time with his family.
Articles
Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights Underway in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Christmas is not the only holiday going on this time of year. Jewish people all over the world are also celebrating Hanukkah. Hanukkah is an 8-day Jewish festival celebrating…
Selma Police Urge Residents to Stay Alert During the Holidays
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Police in Selma are urging people -- to stay alert during the holiday season -- and their beefing up patrols to try and keep them safe. Interim Selma Police…
Fulford Discusses Plans for Selma Police Department
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma City Council appointed Lt. Kenta Fulford to lead the police department earlier this week. Alabama News Network sat down the incoming new chief to hear his plans…
Marengo Co. Mother and Two Adult Daughters Hurt in Storms
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three people are in the hospital with serious injuries -- and dozens of homes were damaged by storms Monday night in Marengo County. EMA officials say the storms damaged…
Selma Thrift Shop Helps Families Dealing with Autism & Alzheimer’s
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma non-profit group -- is working to help keep people with autism and Alzheimer's safe -- and give their family members -- some peace of mind. The Autism…
Alabama Bicentennial Parade Kicks Off Commemoration Grand Finale
The grand finale of Alabama's three year bicentennial commemoration -- is underway this weekend in downtown Montgomery. The Alabama Bicentennial Parade kicked off an event-filled Saturday -- chocked full of events. The parade featured dozens…
Christmas Fundraiser to Benefit Needy Children in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of Selma business owners are working to make Christmas brighter for underprivileged families in the city. But the group needs help from the community to help…
High Bond Amounts Raise Concerns in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- High bond amounts for people suspected of crimes have become a hot button issue around legal circles in Dallas County. And concerns over bond amounts have some people questioning…
Salvation Army Programs Need Help to Provide Assistance in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Christmas holiday season is a busy time of year for the Salvation Army in Selma. It's when the charity does its biggest annual fundraiser -- plus works to…
