Selma Police Investigate City’s 9th Murder of the Year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are investigating the city's 9th murder of the year -- after a man is found shot to death -- early Monday morning. Police Chief Kenta Fulford says…
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
Two Men Sentenced, One Extradicted in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A busy week of cases at the Dallas County Courthouse -- saw several high profile being resolved this week. Two murder suspects -- are now headed to prison --…
Camden School Moving Forward After School Fire
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Fire destroyed the main building at Hobbs Elementary School in Camden -- just before the end of the school year. So, now with a new school year just getting…
MMI Breaks Ground on New Dining Hall Facility
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Military Institute -- breaks ground on a new multi-million dollar construction project. It's the first major construction project on the campus in 30 years. The last time there…
Two Demopolis Men Missing, Man’s Body Found in River
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two separate missing persons cases -- are under investigation in Demopolis. Police are searching for two men -- who went missing in the city last month. Twenty-eight year Damon…
Mississippi Murder Suspect Captured in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Mississippi murder suspect that's been on the run from authorities -- is captured in Dallas County. District Attorney Michael Jackson says -- 22 year old Edward Bush, Jr.…
Road Improvement Projects Underway in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Dallas County may notice a smoother ride as they drive around the county. It's the result of several multi-million dollar road improvement projects in the county. Raymond…
Selma Churches Respond to Water Crisis in Jackson, Mississippi
Members of some Selma churches are helping people in Jackson, Mississippi, who are experiencing a water crisis.
Manhunt for Mississippi Murder Suspect Underway in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A major manhunt for a wanted Mississippi murder suspect -- is underway in Dallas County. State and local law enforcement combed the wooded area -- behind the Country Store…
Fire Destroys Historic Church, Congregation Eyes Rebuild
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Fire destroys a historic west Alabama church -- however the church congregation is determined to rebuild. A pile of mangled metal -- scorched wood -- and debris -- is…
