Sports merchandise store owner is among those cheering most for pro hockey’s return Evan Jones October 20, 2016 1 min read The owner of a Roanoke sports merchandise store will be among those most happy to see professional hockey return tomorrow to the valley — and not just because he’s selling plenty of Rail Yard Dawgs items. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: ACLU seeks remedy for voters affected by crashNext: Drug Take Back Day on Saturday Related Stories 5 min read Roanoke County Superintendent Ken Nicely announces retirement Web Staff September 18, 2025 1 min read Million Dollar Quartet opens, Opera Roanoke’s 50th birthday bash and music in the garden Gene Marrano September 17, 2025 1 min read Online dangers the subject of public meetings cohosted by Roanoke County Public Schools and the Partnership for Community Wellness Denise Membreno September 17, 2025