New Tourism App Now Available for Tourists in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A new tourism app is available for people who visit Selma -- to help them get around in the historic city -- and see the sights. Tour…
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
Lowndes Co. Mother Tries to Cope with the Death of Her Only Son
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The sudden, unexpected loss of a loved one can be extremely difficult for anyone to handle. But when the loss is due to a…
Dallas Co. Sheriff’s Office Investigates County’s 2nd Murder of 2019
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Sheriff's Office is investigating the county's second murder of the year. Sheriff Mike Granthum says 30 year old Danathian Crum was shot to death Friday night while answering the door at his…
Selma University in Danger of Closing, Fundraiser Underway
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Another historically black college in Selma -- could be in danger of shutting down. Concordia College Alabama closed last year. Now Selma University could be in danger of closing.…
Judson College Authors Symposium Spotlights Literary Impact of Alumnae
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Judson College hosted an symposium on campus Wednesday -- to celebrate the contribution it's alumnae have made to literature. The event featured the works and accomplishments of…
Slow Progress on Effort to Honor Selma’s First Black Mayor
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There's been little to no sign of progress -- on an effort to rename a Selma park in honor of the city's first black mayor.…
Selma-Dallas Co. Chamber Honors Nine Women and Their Work
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma-Dallas County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Information is honoring a group of women for their impact on the community. The chamber is hosting their first annual…
Dallas Co. Man Headed to Prison for Rape after Guilty Plea
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County man is headed to prison after he pleads guilty to first degree rape. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson had some strong words to say…
Mother of Selma Murder Victim Working to Find Son’s Killer
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- For nearly a year, the mother of a Selma murder victim has been on a mission to try and help police find her son's killer. Jermaine Sanders…
Preparations Underway at Selma University to Host Regional Job Fair
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Regional Job Fair Thursday -- at Selma University -- is an effort to connect people who need jobs -- with companies that need workers. "Our job fair initiative focuses on the areas that still…
