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.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two suspects are arrested in a drive-by shooting that injured a Dallas County woman -- and her five year child. Investigators arrested 27 year old Izell Nathan of Selma…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students in Marengo County -- are engaging in a hands-on learning activity -- to learn where the vegetables we eat come from. Grow Marengo -- teaches students the complete…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are investigating the murder of a Selma woman -- who was shot to death Sunday afternoon. The shooting happened on the 1500 block of Tremont Street. Lt. Ray Blacks says 32 year old…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new state of the art Apple Computer Lab is coming to students in the Perry County School School District. School officials say the new high-tech computer lab…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A piece of voting rights history from the deep south -- is now on a 800 mile journey north to the Motor City. "This house will have new life."…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The annual Dallas County School District College and Career Fair -- gave hundreds of seniors -- the opportunity to learn more about higher education -- and possible career opportunities.…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The historic Jackson House in Selma is now in the final stages of preparation -- for an 800 mile relocation to the state of Michigan. In a little less…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Pine Hill Police want people to be-on-the-lookout for a man they say is armed and dangerous. Chief Nikisha Gailes says 39 year old Gary Brown is wanted for assault and attempted murder. She says a…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Hundreds of high school seniors get exposed to some of high-paying career opportunities that exist in the workforce for people who are skilled in a trade. Calhoun High School…
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma architect is playing a major role in helping to preserve some of the rich history found in west Alabama. Architect Richard Hudgens has a hand in several…
