Riverfront Sinkholes Cause Concern in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A series of sinkholes on the riverfront in Selma has city leaders concerned for the safety of people who visit Riverfront Park. A massive sinkhole has formed…
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
Three Arrested in Sex Offender Sweep in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Three registered sex offenders are arrested during a sex offender check this week in Dallas County. Sheriff Mike Granthum says Latrell Carmichael -- Terry Anderson -- and William Carson,…
Selma-Dallas Co. Gearing Up for Big Spring Tourism Season
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma and Dallas County area is getting ready for its annual spring tourism season. Over the next few months Selma will be hosting events that showcase its historic district…
Program Offers Rural Lowndes Co. Homeowners Affordable Septic Systems
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Alabama Department of Public Health is trying to help people in rural Lowndes County -- get affordable septic systems for their homes. Its part…
Renowned Chef Takes Over at Sandbar Restaurant in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma have a new food option -- at an old familiar place. The Sandbar restaurant at the city marina -- is under new management. The Sandbar Grille…
Hundreds of Students in Selma Get New Socks and Shoes
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Hundreds of elementary school students in Selma got new socks and shoes Friday -- at an event marking the MLK National Day of Service. Officials with Samaritan's Feet and…
New Book Tells Story of Dallas County Voting Rights Group
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new book about the group known as the Courageous Eight -- was featured at the 'Lunch at the Library' series at the Selma-Dallas County Public Library Thursday. Author…
Electrical Problem Causes Complications at Dallas Co. Jail
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An electrical problem at the Dallas County Jail is causing some major complications with some day to day activities at the facility. Sheriff Mike Granthum says the electrical system…
Grant $$$ Fund Street Repaving Project in Orrville
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Orrville will soon have smoother streets to drive on -- thanks to a grant from a program created under the Rebuild Alabama Act. Mayor Louvenia Lumpkin says…
Teen Shot After Gunfire Erupts at HS Basketball Game in Uniontown
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A 17 year old is shot at a high school basketball game in Uniontown. Police say three people have been arrested -- but the suspected shooter --…
