Former NHL player talks becoming Rail Yard Dawgs new chairman Emma Thomas October 21, 2022 1 min read Ahead of their opening game tonight against Fayetteville, WFIR spoke with the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs’ new Chairman about taking over the role from his father. WFIR’s Emma Thomas with his response: About the Author Emma Thomas Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Corporate executive-turned-educator tells his story in new bookNext: 27% of RCPS students were chronically absent last year, data shows Related Stories 1 min read Virginia native to be key part of AEW show in Roanoke Clark Palmer August 8, 2025 1 min read DRI releases annual report Denise Membreno August 8, 2025 1 min read Come out to touch a truck, smash a junk car or ride a bucket truck! Denise Membreno August 7, 2025