Vandalism at a Selma Cemetery Sparks Outrage
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Several acts of vandalism at a Selma cemetery has residents outraged -- and left police -- searching for the people responsible. "I really don't know why people…
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
Interim Police Chief Gives Candid Assessment on the State of Selma PD
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Public safety is always a top priority in any municipality and the city of Selma is no exception. Alabama News Network sat down for a one…
Dallas Co. Deputies Search for Armed Robbers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office needs your help to catch a pair of armed robbers. The robbery was caught on tape -- and investigators are hoping the public…
Your Town Friday: Grist State Park in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Paul Grist State Park in Dallas County is one of the oldest state parks in Alabama. State officials say the property has been used a park for…
Eight Apply for Selma Fire Chief Job
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is one step closer in the search for a new fire chief. City leaders say eight applicants have applied to head-up the fire department.…
ADOC Adds Seventy New Corrections Officers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The effort to improve conditions in state prisons continues -- as the Alabama Department of Corrections adds dozens of new officers into the system. Trevonterrious Randall of Birmingham…
Students in Selma Head Back to School
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Summer break is officially over -- and it was back to school for students in the Selma City School district Monday. "It's so exciting being back for…
Seven People Arrested in Dallas Co. Drug Raid
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Seven people are arrested after an early morning drug raid Friday in Dallas County. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the NET-27 drug task force -- executed a search warrant at a house on the 100 block…
Fire & Police Chief Search Amps Up in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- City officials in Selma are beginning to amp up the process of finding new chiefs to head up the fire and police departments. Council…
ArtsRevive Transforms Street Corner in Downtown Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma non-profit is working to revitalize a part of the city's downtown area by using the arts to transform the area into a thriving art district. ArtsRevive…
