MPS Passes Budget, Deficit Remains
The Montgomery County Board of Education approved a budget for fiscal year 2019. But there's still a nine million dollar deficit. Superintendent Ann Roy Moore says they are doing what they…
Ellis Eskew
Ellis Eskew joined WAKA in October 2012. She anchors Action 8 News at 11:00AM, Noon, 5:00 & 5:30PM.
With nearly 20 years of experience in the TV news business, Ellis has held many different jobs both in front of and behind the camera.
She got her start in TV in her hometown of Dalton, Georgia. From there, she went on to report for stations in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Huntsville, Alabama, where she was anchor/producer for the FOX affiliate.
Ellis graduated from Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia, with a degree in Mass Communications/Broadcast Journalism. Her senior year, she interned at CNN in Atlanta.
Ellis has received several awards for her work, including “Best News Anchor” from the Alabama Broadcasters Association. She competed against news anchors from all across the state, regardless of market size, to win this recognition.
Ellis says one of her most memorable stories includes getting to travel with 100 World War II veterans to Washington, DC to see the war memorials. It was called Honor Flight. Telling the amazing stories of these brave men and women was an honor for Ellis, and she believes they truly are “The Greatest Generation.”
Ellis also got the opportunity to fly in a CH-47 Chinook helicopter with the Georgia National Guard Armory to cover their training in Fort Stewart.
When she is not reporting the latest news, Ellis enjoys traveling, working with children, drawing and painting and being active in her church and community.
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Envision Montgomery 2040 Town Hall Meeting
Moving the Capital City forward. Two organizations came together Tuesday night to find ways to improve Montgomery. The Downtown Business Association and Emerge Montgomery partnered together to help the city…
“Stand Down for Veterans” Helps to put Homeless Vets Back on their Feet
The Multiplex at Cramton Bowl was filled Friday morning with about 150 veterans. "It's very important. Many of our veterans that come to 'Stand Down' are known to get employment, to get housing, it can really be a jump start…
Red Tails Ready to Take Flight at Airshow
All eyes will be on the skies this weekend as the Red Tails Airshow soars over Montgomery. For the 187th Fighter Wing, it's a way to give back to the…
City Council Passes Budget , Raises Garbage Pick Up Fee
The Montgomery City Council is trying to find ways to save money. They decided raising the garbage pick up fee was one of the best choices. "A majority of the council…
Football Fans Show Team Spirit on “College Colors Day”
College football season is finally here! Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed Friday as "College Colors Day." We found many people around Montgomery sporting their college colors. A lot of Alabama and Auburn fans at "Bama Fever/ Tiger Pride" were gearing up…
Lawmakers Combating the Opioid Epidemic, Giving Overdose Devices to Every High School in State
Alabama has the highest rate of opioid prescriptions in the country. And Thursday some state lawmakers announced what they are doing to combat that. State Senators Gerald Dial, Jim McClendon, and Steve…
Raising Support for “The Orsi Holiday Ticket”
It's a story that shook the community. A father opened fire on his wife and children before burning down their house and turning the gun on himself. Now three of…
Graham, Harris Move to Runoff for District 4 City Council
The results are in for the special election to fill Senator David Burkette's city council seat. Seven candidates were vying for the seat. Audrey Billups- Graham and Quartez Dan Harris are…
Special Election for Montgomery City Council District 4 Seat
Voters in Montgomery City Council District 4 will head to the polls Tuesday for a special election. They will vote to fill Senator David Burkette's seat, who is now running for…
