Pets and Heat Safety
The River Region is under a heat advisory for the next few days as temperatures soar to triple digits.
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.
Articles
Transportation Report: Alabama’s Poor Road Conditions are Costing Motorists
A new national report shows deficient roads and bridges in alabama could be costing you a lot more than you think.
Record Gator Taxidermist Talks about the Big Catch
A huge 15 foot gator was caught in the Alabama River in Wilcox County over the weekend. Now the taxidermist who is about to perform the taxidermy is speaking out about it.
Local Reaction to Continued Violence in Ferguson, Missouri
Protesters are taking to the streets again in Ferguson, Missouri.
Local Restaurants See Boost from Social Media
Many local restaurants are seeing a spike in their business without even having to pay for advertising... all thanks to modern technology.
Gas Prices Spike; How You Can Help Keep Prices Lower
Prices at the pump seem to be on the rise and many are taking notice.
Update on Perry Hill Road/ I-85 Construction
Update on the I-85/ Perry Hill Road Exit construction
“Mary Poppins” Behind the Scenes
From brightly colored costumes, scenery, choreography, and props... the one million dollar "Mary Poppins" production at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival is a major production behind the scenes as well.
ASU Hosts Sting-A-Thon for 30 Days of Giving Campaign
The first Alabama State Sting-a-thon was a celebration, a chance to say thank you to those who have invested in Alabama State and believe in its mission.
“Stars on the Riverfront” Preview
Dancers with the Alabama Dance Theatre perfect their choreography at the Riverwalk Amphitheater Friday evening.
