Church Pastor Sex Crimes Case Moves Forward in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The case against a Dallas County church pastor accused of various sex charges involving a minor -- is headed to a Dallas County grand jury.
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
Perry Co. Man Suspected in Girlfriend’s Murder
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A Perry County man is behind bars -- charged with the murder of his girlfriend.
Brawl at Selma Mall Caught on Video with Cell Phone
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Two Selma women are facing assault charges after allegedly attacking a woman at the mall.
A Baby’s Body is Found in a Clarke County Woman’s Garage
Authorities say Chastity Ballinger is charged with Abuse-of-a-Corpse -- and more serious allegations could be on the way pending the result of an autopsy.
Taking Action Against Unsolved Crime: Danny Jackson
From the West Alabama Newsroom -- Nearly four years after a Selma man is murdered only a few feet from his own front door -- there's been arrest and the case still remains unsolved.
Hayneville Judge Steps Aside in Case Against Lowndes Co. School Superintendent
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The case against Lowndes County School Superintendent is delayed after the city judge recuses himself from the case.
GD Copper Plant in Wilcox Co. Set to Officially Open
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Construction of the new Golden Dragon Copper plant in Wilcox County is nearly finished.
Dallas Avenue Bridge Project in Selma Nearly Complete
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A major construction project that shut down part of one of the busiest streets in Selma is nearly finished.
Battle of Selma Civil War Reenactment KIcks Into High Gear in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The Annual Battle of Selma Civil War Re-enactment is in full swing in Selma. This year's event commemorates the 149th anniversary of the historic battle.
Hayneville Police Chief Speaks Out About Superintendent Arrest
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Hayneville Police Chief Kelvin Mitchell speaks out about the recent arrest of the Lowndes County School Superintendent.
