Andie has been covering Smith Mountain Lake since 2000 for a variety of publications, including the SML Visitor and Newcomer Guide, SML HOME Magazine, The Roanoker and Life Outside. As a partner in G&C Ventures, LLC, she oversees all content for our suite of websites, including Smith-Mountain-Lake.com and LakeLubbers.com.
Make a Meal Matter: Join Dine Out to Lift Up
Want an easy way to make a real difference for our neighbors in need around Smith Mountain Lake? Join us…
From the Publishers: Packed with Possibilities
If you’re anything like me, your calendar fills up quickly this time of year. With cooler temps, vibrant foliage and…
12 Reasons Fall is the Best Time to Visit Smith Mountain Lake
While some consider Labor Day weekend the unofficial end of summer, we choose to look at it as the unofficial…
Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival: Insider’s Guide (2025)
Sip, savor and celebrate at one of the lake’s largest, oldest and most popular annual events For many Smith Mountain…
12 Essential Smith Mountain Lake Fall Events (2025)
Autumn at Smith Mountain Lake is here—bringing crisp air, stunning foliage, and an incredible lineup of can’t-miss events. This SML…
10 Essential Smith Mountain Lake Summer Events (2025)
Smith Mountain Lake comes alive in the summer with exciting events, and SML Insiders is your ultimate resource for everything…
From the Publishers: A Year of Growth and Gratitude
This time last year, our team was anxiously putting the finishing touches on the very first print issue of SML…
From the Publishers: You Asked, We Delivered
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from publishing SML Insiders, it’s that where to eat and what to do are…
Entertainment at Smith Mountain Lake: Insider’s Guide [2025]
At Smith Mountain Lake, delicious dining is just the beginning. Once you’ve had your fill of fresh seafood, wood-fired pizza…
3 Floating Restaurants to Try at Smith Mountain Lake [2025]
In addition to nearly two dozen waterfront restaurants, Smith Mountain Lake is also home to three one-of-a-kind floating eateries. Whether…
Community Spotlight: 100+ Women Who Care
Making a positive impact in the Smith Mountain Lake community through collective giving. Since its founding in 2016, the Smith…