Macado’s hires back employees; prepares for future Gene Marrano May 1, 2020 1 min 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: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Virginia jobless claims over 500,000 since coronavirus hitNext: Gun Rights Group says local shooting range ruling has statewide impact Related Stories 3 min read Roanoke College responds to claims made by Attorney General Jason Miyares Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Drug investigation in Bedford County leads to the seizure of $440,000 worth of narcotics Clark Palmer August 25, 2025 1 min read Reports: Washington Commanders and WR Terry McLaurin reach deal on extension Clark Palmer August 25, 2025