Rail Yard Dawgs debut tonight Gene Marrano October 21, 2016 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation Previous: Virginia voter registration deadline extended through FridayNext: 5th District race could become crucial if Democrats come close to capturing House Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026