Smith Mountain Lake is not the only place with some backwoods history. I grew up in West Virginia hearing tales of mountain folk such as the Hatfields and the McCoys and their ongoing feud. The Comstock Journals were practically required …
Dining Delights
February at Smith Mountain Lake inevitably brings the opportunity to take loved ones out for an extra special dining experience. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many of our local restaurants have planned unique evenings at their establishments that …
Decorating Your Home With Stone Part 2
Stone or granite countertops in a home can add both monetary and aesthetic value to a piece of Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate. Here is part 2 of an informative article on adding stone to your decor by Phoebe Chongchua …
Sheriff’s Substation at Westlake
Safety is the priority for the law enforcement agencies around Smith Mountain Lake. And while the lake is generally a peaceful place, the area residents appreciate and count on the presence of the law there to help keep things that …
Striper Club Features Famous Speaker
Late winter is a slower time of year as far as gala events at Smith Mountain Lake. Most of us are trying to stay warm rather than out-planning fun activities. But the folks at the Smith Mountain Striper Club have …
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy
Thanks to the faith and passion of some local Christians at Smith Mountain Lake, a new school is in the works for families there. Deke Andrews, the head of the school and one of the founding members, says that children …
Decorating Your Home With Stone Part 1
Our Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate is important to us. Our homes on the lake are more than just buildings, they are a refuge and a haven from the noise and hustle of the world so many of us must …
Buying Lakeshore Property Part 3
For those who are interested in joining the great community at Smith Mountain Lake Virginia, Part 3 of Mike and Harriet Wock’s article from Kenyon Blunt’s Lake Home Tips on buying real estate at the lake, will be of much …
Local Colleges and Universities
Most of the colleges near Smith Mountain Lake Virginia are preparing for their Christmas/Winter break in the next couple of weeks. After that break is over they will begin a new quarter or semester whatever the case may be. If …
Christmas Tree Legends
Stories and traditions are a fun part of life in Virginia’s Smith Mountain Lake. And Christmas is a veritable banquet of such tales. Though I believe it is important for our children’s sake to separate truth from fiction, tradition is …