Selma Non-Profit Awarded Hefty Grant by the White House
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma non-profit working to rid the community of drugs -- is recognized -- and gets a hefty grant from the White House. Drug Free Communities of Dallas…
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 Man Behind Bars Charged with Killing His Roommate
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma man is found dead at his home in Selma Friday morning. Now his roommate is charged with his murder. Capt. Natasha Fowlkes says 25 year old Corey…
Thomasville Mother Seeks Justice in Teen Son’s Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The mother of a 17 year old who was shot at a Marengo County nightclub and died last week -- is out to get justice for her…
Effort to Light Historic Edmund Pettus Bridge Continues in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A project to light the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge -- continues to move closer to becoming a reality. The effort was slowed by the COVID-19…
Six People Shot in Dallas Co. Over Fourth of July Holiday
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Six people were shot in the Selma-Dallas County area -- over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Selma Police say 42 year old Thaddeus Leshore of…
Alabama Waterways Promote Tourism in Selma and Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Fourth of July is one of the holidays -- a lot of people in Selma like to spend taking advantage of one the area's biggest…
Disabled Vet Killed, Man Hurt in Camden Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Camden after a disabled veteran is killed -- and her husband is hurt -- in a shooting. Camden Assistant Police Chief Keldric Powell…
Restoration Project Set to Start at Historic Selma Church
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Historic Brown Chapel AME Church in Selma -- just broke ground on a $1.3 million dollar restoration project -- that will help preserve it's history -- and carry it…
Selma Mayor Outlines Volunteer Process Amid Cemetery Controversy
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Mayor James Perkins, Jr. -- steps into a controversy at a historic cemetery to try an diffuse the situation. "At the center of this matter is volunteerism," he…
Rising Tennis Star and Coach Aim to Grow Sport in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A budding young tennis star -- and coach determined to inspire -- are starting to make some racket in Selma. Anna Brech is a rising star on Morgan Academy's…
