Building a new home can be an exciting and monumental undertaking, and many find it more deeply satisfying and desirable than buying an existing home. According to author Kenyon Blunt, if you are considering building a new home on or …
Mandatory Boating Education in Virginia
It appears that Mandatory Boating Education will be passed into law here in Virginia shortly. For those on Smith Mountain Lake or anyone interested, you can read all about what it involves at Boat Virginia. In a nutshell, anyone operating …
Smith Mountain Lake Library
Have you noticed the new library in Moneta? If you are a reader then there is no place in the world more inviting than a comfortable corner chair at the nearest library. Perhaps a library doesn’t sound like an exciting …
Home Security Reminders
Is your home on Smith Mountain Lake secure from break-ins and unwanted guests? Here is a reminder from Deanna Early at American Home Mortgage, of some of the ways you can upgrade the security of your home. Taking extra measures …
Senior News Publication for Smith Mountain Lake Area
Of interest to those who are retired or perhaps have an older parent in their household, is a FREE monthly publication called Senior News. It targets 50-plus residents and has been offered for over 12 years now to the areas …
Professional Photography of Smith Mountain Lake
His name is Ted Pratt and he has been doing professional photography at Smith Mountain Lake since 2002. If you have seen some incredible photography of the lake around town or on the internet, the chances are good that you …
News For Dark Chocolate Lovers Just in Time for Valentines Day
With Valentine’s Day coming up soon, an abundance of chocolate will be purchased and eaten. You may be one of those who openly admit your choco-holism, but if not you then certainly someone you love will be consuming chocolate this …
Before You Renovate Part 2
If you are thinking of making changes to your home at Smith Mountain Lake, here are the rest of Patricia Tomaskovics’ tips to consider before beginning those renovations. Should you hire a professional? If you do decide that your home …
The Excitement About Moneta, Virginia
Have you ever wanted to be part of a community while it was in its developmental stages? You can have an impact and be an active part of Smith Mountain Lakes’ rapidly growing town of Moneta, Virginia. Join in to …
Disaster Action Team Needs Volunteers
Letter to the Editor of the Smith Mountain Eagle from Douglas W. Eggleston: The Historic Virginia Chapter of the American Red Cross plays a major role in responding to local disaster events and assisting residents of the Bedford area. The …