George McDonald

Selma

Newsroom Reporter at WNCF-TV (Montgomery, AL)

Newsroom Reporter at WAKA-TV (Selma, AL)

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Articles

Gee's Bend quilter collection on exhibit at Gallery 905 in Selma

3 weeks ago | waka.com | George McDonald

Posted: From the West Alabama Newsroom–An art gallery in downtown Selma is featuring the work of a Gee’s Bend quilter. Cathy Mooney comes from a proud line of Gee’s Bend quilters. Her “Stitched Up” exhibit will be on display at Gallery 905 for the next two months. The opening reception for the exhibit is Thursday night from 5:30 to 7. The exhibit offers a fresh take on quilt-making — turning scraps of fabric into works of art.
Home of 93 year old Selma woman riddled with bullet holes

3 weeks ago | waka.com | George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom–A Selma family is packing up an elderly family member — and moving her out of her home — after the house is shot up last week. Vickie Garrett grew up on Pecan Drive — in a house her mother still lived in — up until last week. “I love Selma. I’ve lived here my whole life but it’s become a place that you’re really afraid of,” she said.
West AlabamaWorks hosts workforce training event in Demopolis

3 weeks ago | waka.com | George McDonald

Posted: From the West Alabama Newsroom–A non-profit in Demopolis is working to build industry in the Black Belt region by improving workforce development. West AlabamaWorks hosted a Lunch & Learn event Tuesday to promote the use of the Alabama Career Essentials program to train workers. The ACE program is a free 40-hour training course — that provides workers with basic — and industry-driven employment skills.
City of Selma provides youth 16 and up with jobs for the summer

3 weeks ago | waka.com | George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom–The city of Selma provides summer jobs for over a hundred — high school and college students this summer. Monday was orientation day for participants in the first half of the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program. Fourteen city departments including the mayor’s office — divided up about sixty youth — who’ll work for the city for the next four weeks. The workers will work from 4 up to 8 hours a day — 4 days a week at $9 dollars an hour.
May Day event raises money for new community center in Minter

4 weeks ago | waka.com | George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom–The Dallas County community of Minter hosts its annual May Day Celebration this weekend. The event helps to raise money for the effort to build a new community center in the small rural community. “We couldn’t get a grant from the USDA. So, we decided that we would just fundraise and raise the funds to put it up,” said Lionel Smith. The new center is located on the site of the historic Street Manuel Training School — which was founded by Emanuel M. Brown.
Selma-Dallas Co. Public Library preps for summer reading program

1 month ago | waka.com | George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom–As the school year comes to a close in the Selma-Dallas County area — the public library is gearing up to host another busy summer. The annual Sensational Selma Summer program — features eight weeks of activities at the library. The program is designed to accommodate small children — tweens — and teenagers. It features a variety of activities — that keep kids active and learning all summer long.
Dallas Co. deputies undergo state mandated firearms training

1 month ago | waka.com | George McDonald

From the West Alabama Newsroom…Dallas County deputies are out at the firing range this week — participating in state mandated firearms training. The state of Alabama requires all law enforcement in the state — to requalify with their weapons each year. Officers must pass the training in order to remain certified to carry a firearm. The training ensures that the officer remains familiar with his firearm — and knows how to use it properly.
Unkept conditions at Byrd School raising concerns in Selma

1 month ago | waka.com | George McDonald

Posted: From the West Alabama Newsroom–A vacant school building in Selma is raising concerns among residents in one of the city’s historic districts. Byrd School closed down in 2019 — and it’s now a city-owned property. It’s been damaged by a hurricane and a tornado since it closed six years ago. And now sits in a state of disrepair. People who live near the school want the city do something with the property — before it’s too late. “It’s very sad.
Selma celebrates Memorial Day and honors the gift of freedom

1 month ago | waka.com | George McDonald

Posted: From the West Alabama Newsroom–Folks in Selma spent Memorial Day enjoying the day with family and friends — and honoring the sacrifice of the men and women who made it all possible. The local VFW Post hosted the annual Memorial Day ceremony Monday morning at Memorial Stadium. The community takes time out each year to recognize the men and women who gave their lives in the defense of freedom. “A lot of people tend to just think, it’s a good three day weekend.
Selma High School Class of '75 celebrates 50th class reunion

1 month ago | waka.com | George McDonald

Posted: From the West Alabama Newsroom–A group of Selma High School graduates are back in Selma this weekend to celebrate a major milestone. The Selma High School Class of 1975 — is celebrating its 50th class reunion and graduation anniversary. They’ve come from near and far to take part in the festivities. Some have come from across town — and some have travelled from as far as New York City and Portland, Oregon.