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: 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 Meals tax will rise in Roanoke City – but sunsets in two years Gene Marrano May 12, 2025 2 min read UPDATE: Arrest Made in Fatal Southeast Roanoke Shooting Ian Price May 12, 2025 2 min read Utility pole project to close lanes and detour traffic near Brandon and Franklin Ian Price May 12, 2025