ArtsRevive Transforms Street Corner in Downtown Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma non-profit is working to revitalize a part of the city's downtown area by using the arts to transform the area into a thriving art district. ArtsRevive…
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
City of Demopolis Set to Host Babe Ruth 14U World Series Tournament
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Demopolis is set to host the 2019 Babe Ruth 14U World Series in just a week. Final preparations are underway to make sure everything is ready…
A Suspicious House Fire Sparks an Arson Investigation in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An arson investigation is underway in Marion after a suspicious fire breaks out a home late Tuesday night. Police Chief Patrick Essex says firefighters and police responded to…
Selma Business Named One of Alabama’s Top Retailers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma retailer is being recognized as one of the best in the state by the Alabama Retail Association. The ARA is honoring the Coffee Shoppe and…
Selma Businessman Gives $100 Gift Cards to Teachers in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Teachers in Dallas County are getting a helping hand from a Selma businessman to get their classrooms ready for the new school year. K-F-C owner Mark Woodson…
Trio Arrested on Drug Charges in Dallas County
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A drug bust at a home in Dallas County -- lands three people behind bars. Sheriff Mike Granthum says 67 year old Jan Thompson is facing multiple…
Holley True Value in Selma Set to Close After More than 50 Years in Business
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A popular Selma hardware store is closing its doors after more than 50 years of doing business in the community. Holley True Value hardware store in Selma is closing…
ASU Celebrates Anniversary at Historical Birthplace in Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Alabama State University commemorates its 152nd birthday -- with a pilgrimage to it's historical birthplace in Perry County. The Montgomery to Marion Freshman Pilgrimage took members of the ASU…
Wallace Community College Selma Expands Service Area
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma is expanding its service area this fall to reach more of west Alabama. Marengo, Sumter, Greene, Hale, Lowndes and Wilcox counties will be added to…
Selma City School Officials Prepare for New School Year
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Believe it or not -- it's only a few weeks away from the start of a new school year. And school officials in Selma are working hard…
