Macado’s hires back employees; prepares for future Gene Marrano May 1, 2020 1 minute read The president and founder of the Macado’s restaurant chain is hiring back employees, selling toilet paper and saying “thank you” – while waiting for the day when his business returns to normal. The story from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia jobless claims over 500,000 since coronavirus hitNext: Gun Rights Group says local shooting range ruling has statewide impact Related Stories Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026 Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026