Historic Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma Shut Down
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Edmund Pettus Bridge is closed until Friday to allow work crews to complete a maintenance project near the bridge. Access to the historic bridge has…
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
Gees Bend Ferry Set to Resume Service in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Gees Bend Ferry is nearly ready to go back into service after a million dollar upgrade. The ferry is awaiting a final inspection before it…
Tour of Homes Preparations Underway in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Preparation is underway for the 2019 Tour of Homes in Wilcox County. The Wilcox Historical Society is hosting the tour as part of the Alabama Bicentennial Celebration. Organizers…
Dallas Co. Sheriff’s Office Gets New Canines
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's department has two new officers to help in the fight against drugs. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the sheriff's office has purchased two new canines with the help of Jonn and Kathy…
Two Marengo Co. Women Speak Out About Bullying
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Marengo County women say their children are the victims of bullying at school and the school's response to the issue has been unacceptable. Candace…
Selma Couple Hit Hard by Lee Co. Tornado
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma couple is holding on tight to their faith after losing six family members in the Lee County tornado. Otis and Christine Jones are relying on prayer…
Buddhists Lead Pilgrimage from Selma to Montgomery
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A small group of marchers is on a pilgrimage from Selma to Montgomery in an effort to promote peace -- justice -- and freedom. The group is…
Bridge Crossing Jubilee Provides Economic Boost in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 54th Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is set to kickoff in Selma. It's the city's single biggest tourism event and it provides a big…
Non-Violence Training Leads into Bridge Crossing Jubilee
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee commemorates the Selma Voting Rights Movement of 1965. Part two of the movement continues in Selma more than 50 years later.…
Restoration Project Underway at Old Cahawba
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's a project underway to save some historic artifacts at the site of the state's first capital. A team of archeologists is is cleaning and reconstructing headstones at cemeteries in Old Cahawba Archeological Park. The…
