Perry Co. Sheriff’s Dept. Investigates New Years Eve Disappearance
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Perry County Sheriff's Department needs your help -- to locate a missing man.
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
Emancipation Proclamation Event in Selma Celebrates Freedom
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- People in Selma kick off the New Year by commemorating the 152nd anniversary of the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.
Golden Anniversary Celebration and Movie Put Spotlight on Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The eyes of the world will be focused on the city of Selma in 2015 and residents share what they would like for the world to see.
Deer Hunting Season Ramps Up During the Holidays in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Shopping isn't the only activity that peaks during the Christmas holiday season.
DA: Crimes Against Children Taint 2014
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- As the new year quickly approaches -- Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson looks back at the year that was -- and says he's noticed a disturbing trend.
Search for ‘Armed and Extremely Dangerous’ Suspect Continues in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma police continue to search for a robbery suspect they say is armed and extremely dangerous.
Faith Matters: Hanukkah the Festival of Lights
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Jewish people around the world are celebrating Hanukkah. The Festival of Lights is an eight-day celebration of faith, miracles and victory.
Major Upgrade Underway at Confederate Memorial Circle in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A construction project underway at a historic cemetery in Selma is transforming a 135 year old confederate memorial site -- in preparation for the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Selma.
Selma Protesters Demand Release of Deadly Police Shooting Video
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma activist is leading a protest demanding the release of video of a deadly police shooting and those rallying are taking a cue from protests in cities around the country.
Mother Charged After Baby Found in Trash Can in Perry County
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Perry County woman is facing an attempted murder charge after authorities say she gave birth to a newborn baby then dumped it in the trash.
