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 Carilion Taubman Cancer Center will offer new therapy, clinical trial opportunities Gene Marrano August 6, 2025 1 min read Connecting Roanoke and its residents through art Denise Membreno August 6, 2025 1 min read Link reimagined – in Legos sculpture, more Shrek, last call for Guys and Dolls at Attic Gene Marrano August 6, 2025