Selma Family Tries to Move on from Tragic 2013 Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma family is trying to move on -- after the tragic murder of a loved one -- and an agonizing six year wait for justice to be…
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.
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AG Commissioner Speaks at Farm City Week Breakfast in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Selma are celebrating Farm City Week. The annual Button Hole Breakfast was held Thursday morning at the Central Alabama Farmer's Co-op as part of…
Search for Police Chief Moves Forward in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The search to find a permanent new police chief to lead the Selma Police Department -- continues to move forward. City council President Corey Bowie said the search committee…
Ceremony in Selma Honors Military Veterans and their Service
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Dallas County gathered at Memorial Stadium in Selma to honor veterans and their service to the country. More than a hundred people were on-hand at…
Schools in Dallas Co. Get New STEM Labs
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Dallas County Schools has a new high-tech tool at its disposal -- to engage students in the areas of math -- science -- and technology.…
Central AL Crimestoppers Expands to Selma-Dallas Co. Area
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a new phone number to call for people in the Selma-Dallas County area -- who want to help take a bite out of crime. Central Alabama…
New Book Chronicles Life & Impact of WCCS President Dr. James Mitchell
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A book about the life of Wallace Community College Selma President Dr. James Mitchell -- aims to inspire people to dream big -- and never give up.…
Public Lewdness Charge Against Selma City Councilman Dismissed
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The case against a Selma city councilman -- accused of urinating on a city street -- has apparently been thrown out by a judge. Ward 5 Councilman…
Edmundite Missions Dedicates New Community Rec Center in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom: The Edmundite Missions held a dedication ceremony Tuesday afternoon for its new multi-million dollar community rec center in Selma. The Dr. Michael and Catherine Bullock Community and Recreation Center is…
Entrepreneurship Workshop Aims to Grow Small Business in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Business professionals and small business owners in Selma got some help finding ways to grow and expand their businesses. The Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce hosted an entrepreneurship…
