Selma City Council Creates New Entertainment District
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- City leaders in Selma create a new entertainment district to help promote tourism and downtown revitalization.
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
‘Selma’ Movie Draws Hundreds for Casting Call in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The movie 'Selma' is set to start shooting in about two weeks and people from all over the surrounding areas are in Selma trying to break into the movies.
Summer Activities Available for Kids in Selma and Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- School is out for summer and people in Dallas County are looking for activities to help kids have a safe -- fun -- and productive summer.
Former Selma High Teacher Jailed on Sex Charges Gets Day Out of Jail
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A former Selma High School health teacher behind bars for having sex -- and sexual contact -- with two separate students -- is let out of jail for a "free" day.
Neighbors Help Rebuild Marengo Co. Country Store
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- With the skill to build, an old county store is rebuilt and they can thank neighbors in a small rural community in Marengo County.
Campaign 2014: Dallas Co. Sheriff’s Race
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Campaign 2014 is just days away and voters in Dallas County will choose a sheriff.
Golden Dragon Copper USA Up and Running in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- After more than two years of construction the Golden Dragon Copper plant in Wilcox County is up and running.
Long-time Perry Co. Sheriff Calling It Quits
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- After almost 40 years of serving and protecting -- an Alabama sheriff is hanging up his badge.
John Essex High School in Marengo Co. Closes Its Doors For Good
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The final day of the school year will literally be the last day of school for students at a high school in Marengo County.
UA Honor Students Do Community Service in Perry Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Students from the University of Alabama help to beautify a historic landmark in Perry County.
