Long-time Perry Co. Sheriff Calling It Quits
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- After almost 40 years of serving and protecting -- an Alabama sheriff is hanging up his badge.
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
John Essex High School in Marengo Co. Closes Its Doors For Good
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The final day of the school year will literally be the last day of school for students at a high school in Marengo County.
UA Honor Students Do Community Service in Perry Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students from the University of Alabama help to beautify a historic landmark in Perry County.
Church Pastor Sex Crimes Case Moves Forward in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The case against a Dallas County church pastor accused of various sex charges involving a minor -- is headed to a Dallas County grand jury.
Perry Co. Man Suspected in Girlfriend’s Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Perry County man is behind bars -- charged with the murder of his girlfriend.
Brawl at Selma Mall Caught on Video with Cell Phone
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Selma women are facing assault charges after allegedly attacking a woman at the mall.
A Baby’s Body is Found in a Clarke County Woman’s Garage
Authorities say Chastity Ballinger is charged with Abuse-of-a-Corpse -- and more serious allegations could be on the way pending the result of an autopsy.
Taking Action Against Unsolved Crime: Danny Jackson
From the West Alabama Newsroom -- Nearly four years after a Selma man is murdered only a few feet from his own front door -- there's been arrest and the case still remains unsolved.
Hayneville Judge Steps Aside in Case Against Lowndes Co. School Superintendent
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The case against Lowndes County School Superintendent is delayed after the city judge recuses himself from the case.
GD Copper Plant in Wilcox Co. Set to Officially Open
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Construction of the new Golden Dragon Copper plant in Wilcox County is nearly finished.
