Fate of Historic Selma Hotel Uncertain
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The historic St. James Hotel in Selma is once again under new management -- and its buzzing with activity during the city's spring tourism season.
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 Police Expand Search for Missing Woman to Montgomery
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma Police have expanded their search for a missing woman to include the Montgomery area.
Anonymous Tip Leads to Police Stand-off and Two Arrests in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- An anonymous tip concerning the whereabouts of a wanted fugitive leads to a police stand-off and two arrests in Selma.
Perry Co. Schools to Close Elementary Schools
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Officials at Perry County Schools plan to shut down both of the elementary schools in the district at the end of the school year because of budget cuts.
High Profile Cases Head to Dallas County Court
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Dallas County Courthouse has been a busy place this week -- with a couple of high profile cases making their way through the justice system this week.
Walk to Calvary Reenactment in Selma Brings Easter Story to Life
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A unique tradition in Selma known as the Walk to Calvary -- pulls the Easter story out of the church building -- and takes it into the street.
Cahaba Center Hosts 36th Annual Special Olympics
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Cahaba Center for Mental Health hosts the 36th annual Special Olympics at Memorial Stadium in Selma.
What’s Right With Your Community: Magic of Storytelling Virtual Book Drive
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Alabama News Network is teaming up with First Book and BMW of Montgomery for a special project that will make a positive impact in the historic city of Selma for years to come.
Community Mourns the Loss of Longtime Coach
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Selma and Dallas County area is mourning the loss of long-time Selma parks and recreation department director -- Coach Elton Reece.
State’s Largest Historic District on Display at Annual Historic Selma Pilgrimage
From the West Alabama newsroom-- The 40th annual Historic Selma Pilgrimage gets underway in Selma.
