Clean Up and Repairs Underway after Train Derailment in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Work crews continue to clean up the wreckage and repair the tracks after a train derailment in Wilcox County.
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
Wilcox Co. Man Charged with Murder in Girlfriend’s Death
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Wilcox County man is charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend.
Military Students Learn Lessons from Selma Voting Rights Movement
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Maxwell Air Command and Staff College is using the Civil Rights Movement to help students develop their leadership skills.
Perry Co. Celebrates 6th Annual Obama Day
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- All county offices and schools in Perry County were closed today -- for what may be the only official holiday in the country held in honor of President Barack Obama.
Black Belt Community Foundation of Selma Awards Grants
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- One of the poorest areas in the country will soon get some much needed help. The Black Belt Community Foundation awards more than $400,000 dollars in grants to help continue its efforts to transform the Black Belt.
WCCS Hosts Annual Selma BEST Robotics Competition
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Wallace Community College Selma hosts the 4th Annual Selma BEST Robotics Competition.
Hayneville Mayor Steps Down After Winning State House Seat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The outcome of the race for the Alabama State House District 69 seat has left a hole in the city government of Hayneville because the person leading the city will now take on a new role.
Marion Police Investigate Convenience Store Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Marion Police are investigating a shooting that left an SUV full of bullet holes -- and a Marion man counting his blessings.
Alabama Department of Corrections Continues to Add More Officers
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Recruiting new officers remains a top priority for the Alabama Department of Corrections.
Selma charity benefits from fair donations
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Selma charity gets a huge donation thanks to thousands of children who attended Alabama News Network Kids Day at the 58th Annual Central Alabama Fair in Selma.
