Marion Police Investigate Convenience Store Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Police are investigating a shooting that left an SUV full of bullet holes -- and a Marion man counting his blessings.
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
Alabama Department of Corrections Continues to Add More Officers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Recruiting new officers remains a top priority for the Alabama Department of Corrections.
Selma charity benefits from fair donations
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma charity gets a huge donation thanks to thousands of children who attended Alabama News Network Kids Day at the 58th Annual Central Alabama Fair in Selma.
Selma Police Continue to Investigate Apparent Shootout
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police continue to look for answers about an apparent shootout on a city street that left two people hurt and many more concerned about their community.
Former Perry Co. Commission Chairman Arrested for Domestic Violence
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Former Perry County Commission Chairman and church pastor -- Fairest Cureton -- is arrested for domestic violence.
Marion City Leaders Call for Public Input About Road Improvement Project
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Marion is asking for public input -- concerning an on-going road improvement project.
Wilcox County Jailer Jailed on Drug Charges
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Wilcox County correctional officer finds himself in a jail cell -- after allegedly being caught trying to take drugs into the Prince Arnold Detention Center in Camden.
58th Annual Central Alabama Fair Kicks Off in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The 58th annual Central Alabama Fair kicks off in Selma and people in west Alabama are gearing up for a fun-filled week of thrills and chills.
Selma City Leaders Borrow Four Million Dollars for Infrastructure Upgrade
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is taking out a four million dollar loan to pay for some infrastructure upgrades in one of the oldest city's in the state.
Business Symposium Looks to Boost Small Business in Lowndes Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A business symposium in Hayneville looks to provide a boost to small businesses throughout Lowndes County.
