Parents Voice Bullying Concerns in Linden
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The concerned parents of two female students at Linden High School say something needs to be done about bullying at the school.
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
Pregnant Single Mom Loses Everything in Selma House Fire
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Dallas County woman is trying to pick up the pieces of her life -- after a week filled with a series of unbelievable ups and downs -- including a house fire that's turned her life upside down.
Faith Matters: Gospel Play Puts Christian Faith on Stage
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A ministry in Selma puts on a show -- while delivering a message of faith -- and its all an act. Christian Entertainment Theater takes the christian faith -- and puts it on stage.
The Ashes of Amelia Boynton Robinson Sprinkled in the Alabama River
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The ashes of voting rights icon Amelia Boynton-Robinson were sprinkled into the Alabama River at a home-going celebration held in her honor Tuesday afternoon in Selma.
New Developments Concerning Lost and Wayward Goat in Pine Hill
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- There are new developments in the story of a lost and wayward goat seen roaming around the town of Pine Hill for the last few weeks.
Dallas Co. Man Critically Injured in Shooting in Beloit Community
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Authorities in Dallas County are investigating a shooting that has left a Beloit man critically injured.
Selma Barbeque Spot Wins Top Honors in Alabama Barbeque Battle
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The hickory smoke has cleared in the Alabama Barbeque Battle -- and a barbeque spot in Selma walks away with one of the top honors.
Road Improvement Projects Underway in the City of Marion
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- State workers are finishing up a major road improvement project in Marion -- and city leaders say more road improvements are on the way.
Future of Historic St. James Hotel in Hands of Selma City Council
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The future of the historic St. James Hotel in downtown Selma could be decided by Selma city leaders in the coming weeks.
A Goat is on the Lam from Authorities in Pine Hill
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Authorities in the town of Pine Hill are on the lookout for a goat. That's right, a goat.
