Rail Yard Dawgs debut tonight Gene Marrano October 21, 2016 1 min read Local pro hockey fans have waited a long time for this – a new team will take to the ice tonight when the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs debut. WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Virginia voter registration deadline extended through FridayNext: 5th District race could become crucial if Democrats come close to capturing House Related Stories 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025 1 min read Food Lion, Feeding Southwest Virginia team up to support Manna Ministries pantry Gene Marrano September 11, 2025