Candidates in Selma mayoral runoff react to election results
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Voters in Selma voted for a new mayor to lead the city -- but they haven't quite decided who it will be yet. Johnny Moss, III and Aaron Roper…
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 construction company revives once empty shopping center
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma construction company is reviving a once empty strip mall -- located on one of the city's busiest streets. Steward Construction Company is slowly transforming the property…
Community reacts to closing of Historic St. James Hotel in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The announced closure of the historic St. James Hotel this weekend -- has stunned people in and around the Selma community. A stack of plywood boards is now…
New absentee voting law carries threat of jail time
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new absentee voting law is now in effect in Alabama and voters who violate it could end up in jail. Municipal elections around the state are just over…
MMI breaks ground on new math and science building
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Military Institute breaks ground on a new multi-million dollar building project. It's the second major construction project on the campus in the past 30 years. Construction of the…
New historic marker to honor Ernest Doyle of the Courageous 8
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The contribution of one of the unsung heroes of the Selma Voting Rights Movement is now being recognized with a historic marker. Ernest Doyle was one of eight leaders…
Robbery suspect opens fire on Dallas Co. Deputy
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A robbery suspect is behind bars tonight -- after he opens fire on the Dallas Co. deputy -- who responded to the robbery call. Thirty-four year old William…
Investigation continues into disappearance of Demopolis woman
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Nearly 10 years ago -- a 26 year old Demopolis woman mysteriously vanished without a trace. Now authorities are marking the anniversary of the case -- by ramping up…
Wilcox Co. shooting suspect charged with capital murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Wilcox County man is behind bars tonight -- on charges that include capital murder. Capt. Rick Jones says 46 year old Samuel Earl Agee is also facing charges…
First class graduates from control tower program in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The first graduates of a new Control Tower Operator Partnership Program in Selma -- are now ready to start careers in the aviation industry. Drew Pacer of Ohio is…
