Perry Co. Officials Deal with TS Cindy Aftermath
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Perry County officials says the county is still dealing with the impact of Tropical Storm Cindy. EMA Director Deandrae Kimbrough says the storm dropped…
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
Selma Social Groups Unite to Perform Community Service Events
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A group of social clubs in Selma are teaming up to give back to the community by providing a hot meal to area senior citizens. Members from more than a dozen savings and motorcycle clubs…
Murder Victim’s Family Files Claim Against City of Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The family of a murder victim takes the first step in suing the city of Selma for his death. Selma attorney Brandon Wooten says…
ASU Celebrates 150th Anniversary with Event at Birthplace in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Alabama State University kicks off its 150th anniversary celebration with an event at it's historical birthplace in the city of Marion in Perry County.…
Selma Police Arrest Murder Suspect, Another Still At Large
Selma Police make an arrest in a capital murder case but they say a second suspect is still on the loose. Lt. Tory Neely says 18 year old Christopher Boswell of…
Lost Class Ring Returned to Dallas Co. Man After Nearly 30 Years
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A treasured momento makes its way back to a Dallas County man after being lost abroad nearly 30 years ago. Benjamin Gayle joined the…
Former Selma City Employee Takes First Step in Lawsuit
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A former Selma city employee has filed a six figure -- verified notice of claim against the city and Mayor Dario Melton. Former Planning and Development Director Gerald Chestnut is claiming $100,000 dollars in damages…
Demopolis Police Host Annual Youth Leadership Academy
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A summer program in Demopolis is working to build a brighter future for the city by investing in tomorrow's leaders today. The Demopolis Police Youth Leadership…
Plan to Alter Confederate Monument on Pause in Demopolis
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Demopolis city leaders have asked for an opinion from the Attorney General about their plans to repair a damaged Confederate monument. The monument to the Confederate…
One Dead, One Hurt in Wilcox Co. Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- One person is dead and another is injured during an apparent home invasion in Wilcox County. Sheriff Earnest Evans said 50 year old Curtis Crear and his…
