LOMBARD, Ill. (WLS) -- Roller rinks were once a huge draw for kids and adults alike in most towns, but now they are disappearing from the landscape much in the same way as drive-in movie theaters.

With all the perks of a night out like dancing, fried food, and disco lights, roller skating rinks hold a magic that is both nostalgic and joyous. Even through the social and economic changes spurred ...