Selma Waterworks Awarded $15 Million Dollar Grant
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The water system in Selma is getting a $15 million dollar upgrade that will remove lead water lines from the system. Mayor James Perkins Jr says the project is…
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
One on One with Incoming Selma School Superintendent
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new superintendent will be taking the reigns at Selma City Schools this school year. Incoming superintendent -- Dr. Zickeyous Byrd -- is an experienced educator -- with a…
Edmundite Missions Celebrates 85th Anniversary
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Edmundite Missions celebrates 85 years of meeting the needs of people in Selma and the surrounding communities. President & CEO Chad McEachern says the non-profit is preparing for the…
One on One with New Dallas Co. School Superintendent
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County School system is getting ready for the upcoming school year -- under the leadership of a new superintendent. Superintendent Anthony Sampson is fired up about his…
Fourth of July Celebrations on the Alabama River
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Boating on the Alabama River -- is a Fourth of July summertime tradition for a lot of people in Selma. "Selma's lucky. We have one of the greatest natural…
Fourth of July Festivities Feature Fireworks in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Folks in Dallas County are getting ready for a fun and festive Fourth of July celebration. And they say it's impossible to have that celebration -- without fireworks. Fireworks…
Drive-Thru Food Giveaway Helps Feed Families
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The high cost of gas -- continues to fuel inflation across the nation. And as a result -- a lot of people -- continue to need a helping hand…
Pine Hill City Councilman Charged with Menacing
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Pine Hill city councilman is facing a menacing charge -- after allegedly pulling out a knife -- during a heated council meeting. Brenda Blount of Pine Hill --…
Selma Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The defendant in a Selma murder trial -- pleads guilty to manslaughter. Fifty-four year old Sandy Rhodes of Selma was on trial for murder -- accused of killing his…
Fallen Officer Honored Through Bike & Toy Giveaway
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police are honoring the memory of a fallen police officer -- and giving back to the community at the same time. Golden Bike and Toy Giveaway -- honors…
