Trash pickup trouble ruffles feathers in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The city of Selma is having trouble picking up trash -- and residents aren't too happy about it. Selma homeowner Joyce Hamilton -- has three piles of trash in…
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.
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Historic Selma church hosts tornado recovery event
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Historic Brown Chapel AME Church in Selma is hosting an tornado recovery event Friday. Balm of Gilead Day focuses on the mental and spiritual health needs of tornado…
Murder investigation underway after a shooting in Wilcox Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A 21 year old young woman is dead -- and a murder investigation is underway -- following a shooting in Wilcox County. Sheriff Larry Colston says the shooting happened…
Annual summer art camp underway in downtown Selma
From West Alabama Newsroom-- Each summer in Selma -- the local art community provides a summer camp to help budding young artists -- hone their skills -- and nurture creativity. The Selma Art Camp…
Hundreds celebrate summer learning at Summer Jam 2023
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Hundreds of Dallas County students wrapped up five weeks of summer-time learning today -- with a fun-filled day of food -- music -- and prizes. Carnival rides. And water…
Fireworks and food highlight Fourth of July in Dallas Co.
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The food and fireworks of the 4th of July holiday -- bring people together. And it's not bad for business either. This year the Fourth of July holiday provided…
Construction begins at historic Boynton house in Selma
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- The effort to restore the former home of renowned voting rights activist Amelia Boynton -- is now showing signs of progress -- that people in Selma can see. The…
Missing Dallas Co. teen found safe and sound
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Investigators find a missing Dallas County teen alive -- and safe. However, authorities say -- the case may be far from over. Investigators located 16 year old Jeremiah McGary…
Selma City Schools receives tornado recovery aid
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- Selma City Schools receives $1.75 million dollars in state funding to help with tornado recovery efforts. The January 12th tornado caused extensive damage -- to about a third…
Selma residents brace for dangerous heat
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- High temperatures and humid conditions are expected to push heat indices into the triple digits. Therefore people need to know -- how to stay safe during the extreme heat.…
