Former NHL player talks becoming Rail Yard Dawgs new chairman Emma Thomas October 21, 2022 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: Corporate executive-turned-educator tells his story in new bookNext: 27% of RCPS students were chronically absent last year, data shows Related Stories ‘Miniatures on the Market’ Returns for its Second Year Emma Thomas April 29, 2026 Strawberry Festival is a Roanoke favorite every Spring Gene Marrano April 29, 2026 Senior Majors Exhibition at Hollins, more Never Ever Happily and RSO upcoming concert Gene Marrano April 29, 2026